Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s FadedVHB
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Gibson
Les Paul Standard 50s FadedVHB
Product Info
Article Number:
601982
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Les Paul Standard 50s FadedVHB
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$2,308.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Les Paul Standard 50s FadedVHB is a real treat for players chasing that classic Gibson vibe. The vintage neck profile and Burstbucker pickups deliver a warm, powerful tone that’s fantastic for rock, blues, and beyond. It’s a premium-priced instrument, but offers a lot of bang for your buck if you love that vintage Les Paul feel and sound.
Product Description
- Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s FadedVHB
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: AA maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Trapeze fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Vintage '50s
- Cream-coloured body binding
- Cream-coloured fingerboard binding
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Nut: Graph Tech
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: Burstbucker #2 (bridge) and Burstbucker #1 (neck) humbuckers
- 2 Volume controls
- 2 Tone controls with Orange Drops capacitors
- Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Aluminium stop bar
- Colour: Vintage Honey Burst
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Vintage '50s neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability
- • Burstbucker pickups deliver thick, warm tones ideal for rock and blues
- • Faded finish enhances the vintage aesthetic and provides a broken-in feel
- • Mahogany body and AA maple top create a resonant, balanced tone
CONS
- • Heavier than some modern guitars, potentially fatiguing for extended play
- • Faded finish might not appeal to players seeking a pristine, gloss look
- • Burstbucker pickups, while excellent, are less versatile than coil-splitting options
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with AA Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Burstbucker #1 (Neck) and Burstbucker #2 (Bridge)
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
Tune-O-Matic with Aluminum Stop Bar
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burstbuckers are slightly hotter and more aggressive than the ’57 Classics, providing a more modern, driven tone while still retaining vintage character.
The thinner finish allows the wood to breathe more, potentially resulting in a slightly more resonant tone, although the cosmetic effect is the primary difference.
The '50s profile is noticeably thicker and rounder than the slim taper, offering a more substantial feel in the hand, which many players find more comfortable for extended playing.
