Gibson Les Paul 56 Goldtop VOS LH
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Gibson
Les Paul 56 Goldtop VOS LH
Product Info
Article Number:
612120
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Les Paul 56 Goldtop VOS LH
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$4,948.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This lefty Goldtop VOS is a serious contender for vintage Les Paul tone. The P90s bring a gritty character, and the aged finish adds undeniable mojo. It’s a premium-priced instrument ideal for players seeking a raw, expressive sound and that classic 50s vibe.
Product Description
- Gibson Les Paul 56 Goldtop VOS LH
- Electric Guitar
- Left-hand model
- Les Paul 1956 - custom shop model
- Archtop: Maple
- Body: Mahogany
- One-piece neck: Mahogany
- One-piece fingerboard: Rosewood
- Aged cellulose nitrate trapezoid fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: 50s rounded medium "C"
- 22 historic tall/narrow frets
- Pickups: Two P90 single coils
- ABR-1 bridge
- Aluminium stoptail
- Kluson single ring machine heads
- Nickel hardware
- Colour: Double Gold
- Includes custom case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • The VOS finish beautifully replicates a genuinely aged, played-in instrument.
- • P90 pickups deliver a raw, snarling tone perfect for rock and blues.
- • One-piece neck construction offers exceptional stability and a smooth feel.
- • Kluson single ring tuners provide reliable tuning stability and vintage aesthetics.
CONS
- • The P90s can be noisy, particularly at higher gain settings.
- • The weight, typical of Les Pauls, will be a factor for some players.
- • The limited pickup options restrict versatility compared to humbucker models.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Archtop
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Two P90 Single Coils
Scale Length
24.75 in
Frets
22 Historic Tall/Narrow
Bridge
ABR-1 Bridge with Aluminium Stoptail
Weight
Approximately 9-10 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The VOS finish is thinner, allowing more of the wood’s natural resonance to come through, creating a more open and lively tone.
They're aged using a cellulose nitrate process, replicating the subtle wear and patina you’d see on a genuine vintage instrument.
While it excels in blues and rock, it can handle other genres, but the inherent hum and upper-midrange focus might require careful gain staging.
