Gibson 70th Les Paul 59 HPT DIT #5
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Gibson
70th Les Paul 59 HPT DIT #5
Product Info
Article Number:
574222
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
70th Les Paul 59 HPT DIT #5
Category:
Premium Guitars
Price:
$8,798.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 70th Anniversary Les Paul is a serious contender for vintage tone hounds. The hide-glued construction and carefully chosen pickups nail that classic 59 vibe, and the aged finish looks incredible. It's a top-tier instrument for players chasing authentic, powerful tones and a comfortable, responsive feel.
Product Description
- Gibson 70th Les Paul 59 HPT DIT #5
- Electric Guitar
- Les Paul 1959 Custom Shop model
- " Hide glued" top: Hand-selected AAA flamed maple
- Lightweight body: Solid mahogany
- Set-in
- one-piece neck: Mahogany
- "Hide glued" fingerboard: Rosewood
- Aged cellulose nitrate trapezoid fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Carmelita Fine Carved "C"
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- 22 historic medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: Custombucker AlNiCo III unpotted (neck) and Custombucker Double Black AlNiCo III unpotted (bridge) humbucker
- CTS 500k pots
- Paper-in-oil capacitors
- 3-way toogle switch
- No-Wire ABR-1 bridge
- Aluminium stopbar
- Grover kidney machine heads
- Nickel hardware
- Custom Shop Medallion (historically correct backplate in case)
- Finish: Ultra Light Aged
- Colour: Dark Iced Tea Fade
- Includes GWW aged case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Hide-glued top construction offers exceptional resonance and sustain, a true vintage feel.
- • Custombucker AlNiCo III pickups deliver thick, articulate tones ideal for rock and blues.
- • Carmelita 'C' neck profile provides exceptional comfort and playability for extended sessions.
- • Ultra Light Aged finish enhances vintage aesthetics while minimizing the impact on the wood's tone.
CONS
- • The lightweight body, while desirable, may feel unstable to players accustomed to heavier instruments.
- • Limited pickup versatility; geared towards classic rock, less suited for modern, high-gain genres.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many guitarists.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Solid Mahogany with AAA Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Custombucker AlNiCo III (Neck) / Custombucker Double Black AlNiCo III (Bridge)
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75")
Frets
22 Historic Medium Jumbo
Bridge
No-Wire ABR-1 with Aluminium Stopbar
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hide glue allows for a tighter bond, resulting in increased vibrational transfer and a more resonant, open tone with improved sustain.
They're designed to emulate the output and character of early PAF humbuckers, offering a balance of clarity and punch without excessive modern high-gain characteristics.
The Ultra Light Aged finish simulates wear, but the extent of checking and wear can vary slightly between individual guitars – each one possesses a unique character.
