Gibson 70th Les Paul Cust. HPT 5AQ AN
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Gibson
70th Les Paul Cust. HPT 5AQ AN
Product Info
Article Number:
571733
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
70th Les Paul Cust. HPT 5AQ AN
Category:
Premium Guitars
Price:
$8,908.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 70th Anniversary Les Paul Custom is a serious instrument, built with top-tier materials and that classic Gibson vibe. The Carmelita neck is a real joy to play, and those Custombuckers deliver a warm, powerful tone perfect for blues, rock, and anything needing that vintage growl. It's an investment piece for the discerning player who appreciates heritage and exceptional craftsmanship.
Product Description
- Gibson 70th Les Paul Cust. HPT 5AQ AN
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop model
- Les Paul Custom
- Top: Hand-selected quilted maple
- Body: Solid mahogany
- One-piece neck: Mahagony
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Pearl custom fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Carmelita Fine Carved "C"
- 22 Historic medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: Two unpotted Custombucker Alnico III humbuckers
- CTS 500k pots
- Paper-in-oil capacitors
- Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Aluminium stopbar
- Grover kidney machine heads
- Gold hardware
- Custom Shop Medallion (historically correct backplate in case)
- Colour: Antique Natural
- Includes case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Hand-selected quilted maple top delivers stunning visuals and resonance.
- • Carmelita neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability.
- • Custombucker Alnico III pickups provide thick, articulate vintage tones.
- • CTS pots and paper-in-oil caps enhance the classic Gibson sound.
CONS
- • The solid mahogany body contributes to a significant, potentially unwieldy weight.
- • The limited pickup voicing might not suit all modern playing styles.
- • The premium-priced tag puts it out of reach for many players.
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Key Features
Body Material
Solid Mahogany with Quilted Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany (One-Piece)
Fingerboard
Ebony with Pearl Inlays
Pickups
Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)
Scale Length
24.75" (628.65mm)
Frets
22 Historic Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Tune-O-Matic with Aluminium Stopbar
Weight
Approximately 10.5 lbs (4.76 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Unpotted Custombuckers offer a more open, dynamic sound with increased breathiness and a slightly lower output compared to potted pickups.
It's a carefully applied finish aiming for an aged aesthetic, but it's not a heavily distressed relic job – more a subtle, refined antique appearance.
Grover kidney heads offer excellent tuning stability and a slightly smoother feel than some vintage-style tuners, while maintaining a classic look.
