Gibson Les Paul 56 Ebony Bigsby LA
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Gibson
Les Paul 56 Ebony Bigsby LA
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.
