Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s DT VCS
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Gibson
Les Paul Standard 50s DT VCS
Product Info
Article Number:
608494
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Les Paul Standard 50s DT VCS
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$2,747.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Les Paul Standard 50s DT VCS is a beautifully crafted instrument, nailing that vintage vibe. The Slim Taper neck makes it surprisingly accessible, and the Burstbucker pickups deliver a warm, powerful tone perfect for blues, rock, and classic tones. It’s a premium-priced option that rewards players seeking a genuine, comfortable, and inspiring Les Paul experience.
Product Description
- Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s DT VCS
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Maple
- Set-in neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Trapeze fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Graph Tech nut
- Neck profile: Slim Taper
- Top body binding
- 22 medium jumbo frets
- Hand-wound pickups in ‘double-white’ bobbin configuration: One Burstbucker 2 (bridge) and one Burstbucker 1 (neck)
- Two volume and two tone controls
- 3-way toggle switch
- Grover Rotomatics machine heads
- Colour: Vintage Cherry Sunburst
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • The Slim Taper neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability for a wide range of players.
- • Burstbucker pickups deliver a thick, warm vintage tone with plenty of sustain and character.
- • The 50s-style rounded body provides a comfortable, classic feel and excellent resonance.
- • Grover Rotomatics provide stable tuning and a premium feel, a noticeable upgrade.
CONS
- • The weight, typical of mahogany Les Pauls, can be fatiguing during extended playing sessions.
- • The 12” radius fingerboard, while vintage-correct, may not suit players preferring a modern flatter feel.
- • While versatile, the pickup configuration leans towards classic rock and blues, limiting extreme metal applications.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Burstbucker 1 (Neck), Burstbucker 2 (Bridge)
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75")
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Trapeze
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burstbuckers offer a slightly more refined, less raw tone than vintage PAFs, with a smoother high end and a more controlled output.
Yes, the Slim Taper is noticeably thinner and more comfortable than many contemporary Les Paul neck profiles, making it easier to play for many.
The trapeze tailpiece tends to offer a slightly more resonant and 'open' tone with a touch more sustain, contributing to the vintage feel.
