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Gibson USA Custom Shop '59 Les Paul M2M Standard Reissue "Dirty Lemon Burst + Rosewood" (2023)SpecificationsModel: '59 Les Paul M2M Standard ReissueYear: 2023Finish: Dirty Lemon BurstBody: Solid Mahogany with Hand-Picked Flame Maple TopNeck: Mahogany, One-Piece with Long TenonFingerboard: Rosewood with Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid InlaysNeck Profile: Authentic '59 Medium CFrets: 22 Medium JumboPickups: Custombucker Alnico III Humbuckers (Unpotted)Electronics: Hand-wired with CTS Pots and Bumblebee CapacitorsBridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic with Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar TailpieceTuners: Kluson Single-Line Vintage DeluxeScale Length: 24.75"Nut: NylonHardware: Aged NickelPersonal ThoughtsThis '59 Les Paul M2M (Made to Measure) Reissue is an exceptional example of Gibson Custom Shop craftsmanship. The hand-picked flame maple top showcases a bold and dynamic figuring that’s beautifully accentuated by the Dirty Lemon Burst finish. The finish has a vintage-inspired vibe with modern clarity, perfectly blending the old-school aesthetic with a fresh touch. The Custombucker pickups deliver rich, dynamic tones—from smooth, singing leads to chunky, articulate rhythm work—capturing the essence of the original '59 Les Paul sound.The Authentic '59 Medium C neck profile feels incredible, striking the perfect balance between heft and playability. Whether you’re after a collector-grade guitar or a serious player’s dream, this one checks all the boxes.Condition ReportThis guitar is in mint condition, meticulously maintained and virtually untouched. The Dirty Lemon Burst finish is flawless, allowing the stunning, thick flame figuring of the top to take center stage. The frets and rosewood fingerboard are pristine, and the hardware shows no signs of wear. The electronics are in perfect working order, providing the tonal versatility and clarity Gibson Custom Shop guitars are known for. This is a standout piece for any player or collector seeking a premium '59 Les Paul reissue with an exceptional, hand-selected top.

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.