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Gibson USA Les Paul Custom Black Beauty "Ebony + Ebony" (1990)SpecificationsModel: Les Paul Custom Black BeautyYear: 1990Finish: Ebony (Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer)Body: Solid Mahogany with Multi-Ply BindingNeck: MahoganyFingerboard: Ebony with Pearl Block InlaysNeck Profile: Slim 60sFrets: 22 Medium JumboPickups:Neck: Gibson 490RBridge: Gibson 498TElectronics: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Selector SwitchBridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic with Stop Bar TailpieceTuners: Grover Kidney TunersScale Length: 24.75"Nut: CorianHardware: GoldPersonal ThoughtsThis 1990 Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty is a spectacular example of Gibson’s iconic "tuxedo" Les Paul design. Known for its elegance and power, this model combines an Ebony gloss finish with the premium appointments of a Custom, including the ebony fingerboard, multi-ply binding, and gold hardware.The tone from the 490R/498T pickups delivers a perfect blend of warmth, clarity, and bite, making it versatile enough for everything from jazz and blues to hard rock. The Slim 60s neck profile provides smooth, fast playability, and the substantial weight of the mahogany body adds sustain and resonance, delivering that legendary Les Paul sound.This is a true "under the bed" find, incredibly well-preserved and sure to impress both players and collectors.Condition ReportThis guitar is in near-mint condition, especially considering its age. The Ebony finish is remarkably clean, with only the faintest signs of play visible upon close inspection. The frets and fingerboard are in excellent shape, and the gold hardware shows minimal wear, retaining its original luster. As mentioned, you’d have to be extremely fussy to find any fault with its condition—this is truly an exceptional example of a 1990 Black Beauty.Why It’s SpecialThe Les Paul Custom Black Beauty has always been a symbol of elegance and superior craftsmanship. Finding one in this condition, over 30 years after its production, is incredibly rare. Whether you’re a collector looking for a pristine piece or a player seeking a classic instrument with stunning aesthetics and tone, this guitar is a top-tier choice.

The Gibson Les Paul is a solid body electric guitar that was first sold by the Gibson Guitar Corporation in 1952. With its distinctive tone and solid construction, it has become an iconic model in the music world.