Gibson Les Paul 68 Custom Ebony ULA
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Gibson
Les Paul 68 Custom Ebony ULA
Product Info
Article Number:
504251
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Les Paul 68 Custom Ebony ULA
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$7,147.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 68 Custom Ebony ULA is a serious contender for players chasing that vintage Les Paul vibe, but with modern refinements. The Murphy Lab build quality and ebony board really elevate the instrument, resulting in a responsive, articulate, and powerful tone. It's perfect for players who value a refined feel and a premium-priced instrument that delivers exceptional performance.
Product Description
- Gibson Les Paul 68 Custom Ebony ULA
- Electric Guitar
- Murphy Lab model
- Arched top: Maple
- Body: solid mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Perloid block fingerboard inlays
- Long neck - Long Tenon neck
- Neck profile: medium chunky C
- Multilayer aged binding
- Split Diamond headstock inlay
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width 43 mm
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Custombucker humbucker
- 3-Way toggle switch
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- CTS potentiometer
- No-Wire ABR-1 bridge
- Aluminum stop bar
- Kluson waffle back tuners
- Gold plated hardware
- Finish: Ultra Light Aged with lacquer cracks
- Colour: Antique Ebony
- Incl. case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Ebony fretboard provides exceptional clarity and note definition.
- • Custombucker pickups deliver a thick, articulate vintage tone.
- • Murphy Lab construction ensures meticulous attention to detail and quality.
- • Long tenon neck joint enhances stability and sustain considerably.
CONS
- • The Ultra Light Aged finish may not appeal to players wanting a pristine look.
- • Mahogany body contributes to a significant weight, potentially uncomfortable for some.
- • Limited pickup versatility compared to guitars with coil-splitting options.
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Key Features
Body Material
Solid Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Custombucker Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
No-Wire ABR-1 Bridge with Aluminum Stop Bar
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The finish is relatively thin, allowing more of the wood’s natural resonance to be heard, though the effect is subtle.
Yes, Kluson waffle-back tuners are known for their smooth action and improved tuning stability compared to many stock tuners.
The medium chunky 'C' profile is a modern interpretation, generally feeling a bit more substantial than the slimmer '59 neck, offering a comfortable grip for a wide range of playing styles.
