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Gibson Les Paul 56 Ebony Bigsby LA

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Gibson Les Paul 56 Ebony Bigsby LA

Gibson

Les Paul 56 Ebony Bigsby LA

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Product Info

Article Number: 612124
Brand: Gibson
Model: Les Paul 56 Ebony Bigsby LA
Category: Single Cut Guitars
Price: $7,249.00

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This is a seriously gorgeous and well-made Les Paul. The combination of the Custombucker and P-90 pickups gives you a huge sonic palette, and the Bigsby adds a cool, vintage vibe. It's a premium-priced instrument, perfect for the discerning player who wants a top-tier vintage-inspired experience.

Product Description

  • Gibson Les Paul 56 Ebony Bigsby LA
  • Electric Guitar
  • Murphy Lab Custom Shop model
  • Les Paul 1956
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Arched maple top
  • One-piece mahogany neck
  • One-piece rosewood fingerboard
  • Neck profile: Chunky "C"
  • 22 historic tall/narrow frets
  • Aged Cellulose Nitrate trapezoid fingerboard inlays
  • Pickups: Custombucker (bridge) and P-90 soapbar (neck)
  • ABR-1 bridge
  • Bigsby tremolo
  • Kluson Single Ring machine heads
  • Nickel hardware
  • Colour: Ebony
  • Finish: Ultra Light Aged - lacquer cracks
  • Includes custom case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Murphy Lab build ensures exceptional craftsmanship and meticulous detail.
  • • Custombucker/P-90 pairing delivers a versatile range of tones, from grit to warmth.
  • • Bigsby tremolo adds expressive vibrato without sacrificing tuning stability.
  • • One-piece neck and rosewood board offer a comfortable, classic feel and sustain.
CONS
  • • The 'chunky' neck profile won't suit players preferring thinner, modern profiles.
  • • Ultra Light Aged finish is subjective; some may find it too relic’d.
  • • The weight, typical of Les Pauls, will be a factor for extended playing sessions.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany with Arched Maple Top
Neck Material One-Piece Mahogany
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Custombucker (Bridge) and P-90 (Neck)
Scale Length 24.75 in
Frets 22 Historic Tall/Narrow
Bridge ABR-1 Tune-o-Matic with Bigsby Tremolo
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The finish itself doesn't directly impact the tone, but the aging process often reveals more of the wood's natural resonance, potentially adding a touch of warmth.
Bigsbys are generally straightforward to adjust, but occasional lubrication of the vibrato arm is recommended for smooth operation and to prevent wear.
The 'chunky' profile is a nod to '50s era Les Pauls; it’s noticeably thicker and rounder than the slimmer, more modern neck profiles often found on contemporary models.

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