Epiphone 1959 Les Paul TobaccoBurst VOS
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Epiphone
1959 Les Paul TobaccoBurst VOS
Product Info
Article Number:
588243
Brand:
Epiphone
Model:
1959 Les Paul TobaccoBurst VOS
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$1,273.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Epiphone 1959 Les Paul VOS is a seriously impressive instrument. It nails that vintage vibe with its comfortable neck, warm tones, and aged finish. It’s a fantastic option for players wanting a classic Les Paul feel and sound without the premium-priced tag of a Gibson.
Product Description
- Epiphone Les Paul 59 Tobacco Burst VOS
- Electric Guitar
- Inspired by Gibson Custom
- Top: Flamed maple
- Body: Solid mahogany
- One-piece neck: Mahagony
- Fingerboard: Indian laurel
- Pearloid trapezoid fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Authentic ´59 Medium "C"
- 22 Historic medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 Custombucker Humbucker
- CTS 500k Pots
- ABR-style bridge
- Alumuinium stopbar
- Single Ring Vintage machine heads
- Vintage plastic parts
- Nickel hardware
- Colour: Tobacco Burst VOS
- Includes Lifton-inspired case
PROS
- • Solid mahogany body delivers rich sustain and a warm, resonant tone.
- • Custombucker pickups offer a surprisingly authentic vintage humbucker voice.
- • The '59 Medium 'C' neck profile is comfortable and plays easily for extended periods.
- • VOS finish replicates aged nitrocellulose lacquer, adding visual appeal and character.
CONS
- • Weight can be a factor for some players; it's a substantial instrument.
- • While good, the Custombucker pickups aren't quite Gibson-level in refinement.
- • Limited tonal versatility; excels in classic rock and blues, less suited for modern genres.
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Key Features
Body Material
Solid Mahogany with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Indian Laurel
Pickups
Epiphone Custombucker Humbuckers
Scale Length
24.75 inches
Frets
22 Historic Medium Jumbo
Bridge
ABR-Style Bridge with Aluminum Stopbar Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The VOS finish is thinner and has a more worn, vintage aesthetic, with visible checking and imperfections that mimic aging. It's a more nuanced look than a standard gloss.
Yes, the CTS pots provide a smoother, more consistent taper and overall improved feel compared to the standard pots often found on Epiphone guitars.
Epiphone has done a commendable job replicating the '59 Medium 'C' profile, but it's not a perfect match; it's a very close approximation that's comfortable and playable.
