Gibson Les Paul 59 STB ULA
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Gibson
Les Paul 59 STB ULA
Product Info
Article Number:
549913
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Les Paul 59 STB ULA
Category:
Premium Guitars
Price:
$7,698.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Les Paul 59 STB ULA is a serious instrument – the hide-glued construction and aged finish really elevate the vintage vibe. It's built for players who crave that classic Gibson tone and feel, particularly for blues, rock, and roots music. Expect a hefty price tag, but the quality and feel are undeniable.
Product Description
- Gibson Les Paul 59 STB ULA
- Electric Guitar
- Murphy Lab Custom Shop model
- Body: solid mahogany
- Top: hide glued maple
- Neck: one-piece mahogany
- Fingerboard: hide glued rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: Aged Cellulose Nitrate trapezoid
- Neck profile: Authentic '59 Medium "C"
- Aniline dye back
- 22 Historic Medium Jumbo Frets
- Pickups: 2 Custombucker humbuckers
- CTS 500k pots
- Oil-in-Paper capacitors
- No-Wire ABR-1 bridge
- Aluminium stop bar
- Kluson Single Ring Vintage tuners
- Cellulose Acetate Butyrate Plastic Parts
- Nickel hardware
- Finish: Ultra Light Aged - lacquer cracks
- Colour: Sunrise Teaburst Burst
- Includes Lifton case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Hide-glued construction enhances resonance and sustain noticeably.
- • Custombucker pickups deliver a thick, vintage tone with modern clarity.
- • Authentic '59 neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability.
- • Ultra Light Aged finish provides a stunning aesthetic and aged feel.
CONS
- • The weight, typical of Les Pauls, can be fatiguing during extended playing.
- • The limited pickup selection restricts versatility for more modern genres.
- • The aged finish, while beautiful, may not appeal to all players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Solid Mahogany with Hide-Glued Maple Top
Neck Material
One-Piece Mahogany
Fingerboard
Hide-Glued Rosewood
Pickups
2 Custombucker Humbuckers
Scale Length
24.75 inches
Frets
22 Historic Medium Jumbo
Bridge
No-Wire ABR-1 Bridge with Aluminium Stop Bar
Weight
Approximately 10.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Custombuckers aim to emulate PAFs but offer slightly higher output and a more focused midrange, retaining that classic warmth but with added punch.
Primarily cosmetic, but the thinner lacquer contributes marginally to improved resonance and a slightly more open tone compared to thicker finishes.
Yes, Kluson Single Ring Vintage tuners are known for their smooth action and accurate tuning stability, a subtle but welcome improvement.
