Gibson Les Paul 57 Goldtop DB LA

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Gibson Les Paul 57 Goldtop DB LA

Gibson

Les Paul 57 Goldtop DB LA

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Product Info

Article Number: 612135
Brand: Gibson
Model: Les Paul 57 Goldtop DB LA
Price: $6,473.50

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This Goldtop is a serious contender for players chasing that vintage Les Paul vibe. The custombuckers really nail that warm, thick, slightly compressed tone, and the one-piece neck is a joy to play. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the build quality and tone are spot-on for blues, classic rock, and heavier styles.

Product Description

  • Gibson Les Paul 57 Goldtop DB LA
  • Electric Guitar
  • Custom Shop model
  • Les Paul 1957
  • Arched maple top
  • Body: Mahogany
  • One-piece neck: Mahogany
  • One-piece fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard inlays: Aged Cellulose Nitrate trapezoid
  • Neck profile: Chunky "C"
  • 22 historic tall/narrow frets
  • Pickups: Two unpotted AlNiCo III custombucker humbuckers
  • Kluson Single Ring machine heads
  • ABR-1 bridge
  • Aluminium stoptail
  • Nickel hardware
  • Colour: Double Gold
  • Includes custom case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Custombuckers deliver thick, harmonically rich tones ideal for rock and blues.
  • • One-piece neck and rosewood fingerboard provide exceptional sustain and comfortable feel.
  • • Kluson Single Ring tuners offer precise tuning stability and vintage aesthetics.
  • • Arched maple top enhances resonance and delivers a visually stunning aesthetic.
CONS
  • • The 'chunky C' neck profile might not suit players preferring slimmer profiles.
  • • High-end pricing places it out of reach for many players and budgets.
  • • Limited pickup versatility; leans heavily towards classic rock tones.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany with Arched Maple Top
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Unpotted AlNiCo III Custombuckers
Scale Length 24.75"
Frets 22 Historic Tall/Narrow
Bridge ABR-1 Bridge with Aluminium Stoptail
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, they're unpotted, which contributes to a more open, dynamic sound with increased breathiness and a slightly lower output.
The 'chunky C' is noticeably thicker than many modern Les Paul necks, offering a more substantial feel reminiscent of 50s-era instruments.
The aged finish is primarily cosmetic, but the nitrocellulose lacquer is inherently thinner and may be more prone to checking over time with temperature and humidity fluctuations.

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