Gibson 1959 Les Paul DL HPT ULA #1
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1959 Les Paul DL HPT ULA #1
Product Info
Article Number:
619761
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
1959 Les Paul DL HPT ULA #1
Category:
Premium Guitars
Price:
$7,918.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 1959 Les Paul DL HPT ULA is a serious instrument built with top-tier materials and meticulous attention to detail. The aged finish and comfortable neck profile evoke a true vintage vibe, while the Custombucker pickups deliver a powerful, articulate tone. It’s perfect for the discerning player seeking a premium, historically-inspired Les Paul experience.
Product Description
- Gibson 1959 Les Paul DL HPT ULA #1
- Electric Guitar
- Built according to the specifications of our experts and woods hand-selected on site in Nashville
- Les Paul Standard 1959
- Top: Hand-selected AAA maple
- Body: Mahogany
- Set-in neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Trapeze fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: R9
- V1 Carmelita
- Single-ply binding on body top and neck
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Nylon Reissue nut
- 22 Jescar FW45100 Reissue Medium Jumbo frets
- Pickups: Two custombucker humbuckers
- Two volume and two tone controls
- 3-way toggle switch
- Pickguard: Cream True Historic (not mounted
- only included)
- Bridgge: ABR-1 Historic Reissue non-wire
- Kluson Deluxe machine heads
- Hardware: Nickel
- Finish: Ultra Light Aged
- Colour: Dirty Lemon Burst
- Includes case and certificate of authenticity
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Hand-selected maple top delivers exceptional clarity and sustain.
- • R9/Carmelita neck profile offers a uniquely comfortable, vintage feel.
- • Custombucker pickups provide thick, articulate tones ideal for rock and blues.
- • Ultra Light Aged finish enhances vintage aesthetics and playing feel.
CONS
- • The ULA finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can be delicate and requires careful handling.
- • Mahogany body construction contributes to a potentially substantial weight.
- • Limited pickup versatility may not suit players seeking extreme tonal range.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with AAA Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Custombucker Humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75")
Frets
Jescar FW45100 Reissue Medium Jumbo
Bridge
ABR-1 Historic Reissue
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ULA finish is thinner and more delicate than a gloss finish, so it requires more care to prevent wear and tear, especially around edges and binding.
Yes, Kluson Deluxe tuners are known for their smooth operation and improved tuning stability compared to earlier Gibson tuners, contributing to a better overall playing experience.
Custombuckers are designed to emulate the output and tonal characteristics of early PAFs, offering a similar warmth and clarity but with slightly more modern refinement.
