Epiphone 1957 Les Paul Goldtop DG
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Epiphone
1957 Les Paul Goldtop DG
Product Info
Article Number:
614960
Brand:
Epiphone
Model:
1957 Les Paul Goldtop DG
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$1,505.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Epiphone Goldtop is a fantastic homage to the legendary '57 Les Paul. The build quality is surprisingly good, the neck profile is spot-on for vintage feel, and the Custombucker pickups deliver a thick, warm tone that’s perfect for blues, rock, and everything in between. It’s a great option for players seeking that classic Les Paul vibe without the premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Epiphone 1957 Les Paul Goldtop DG
- Electric Guitar
- Inspired by Gibson Custom Collection (2025)
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Maple
- Set-in neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Neck profile: 50s Rounded Medium C
- Trapezoid fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Nut width: 42.9 mm (1.69")
- Graph Tech nut
- Binding at the top of the body and neck
- 22 frets
- Pickups: Two Custombucker humbuckers
- Two volume and two tone controls
- 3-way toggle switch
- Cream-coloured pickguard
- Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Epiphone Deluxe machine heads
- Nickel hardware
- Colour: Double Gold
- Includes case
PROS
- • Mahogany body and maple top deliver classic Les Paul warmth and sustain.
- • Custombucker pickups offer a surprisingly authentic vintage humbucker tone.
- • 50s Rounded Medium C neck profile is comfortable and facilitates effortless playing.
- • ABR-1 bridge provides improved sustain and intonation compared to cheaper options.
CONS
- • Weight can be significant, especially for extended playing sessions.
- • Rosewood fingerboard may not appeal to players preferring ebony’s snappier feel.
- • While excellent for the price, hardware isn't quite on par with Gibson's premium offerings.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Custombucker Humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75")
Frets
22
Bridge
ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
They capture a similar warmth and output, but lack the very nuanced complexity of the Gibson pickups – still very impressive for the price point.
It's a genuine detail, enhancing the instrument's aesthetic appeal and providing a slightly smoother feel for some players.
The '50s Rounded Medium C profile is a faithful reproduction of a classic neck shape, leaning towards a vintage feel with comfortable access to higher frets.
