Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Trans Fu
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Gibson
Les Paul Standard 50s Trans Fu
Product Info
Article Number:
601384
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Les Paul Standard 50s Trans Fu
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$2,638.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Les Paul Standard 50s Trans Fu is a real beauty, offering a vintage vibe with modern refinements. The Burstbucker pickups are a sweet spot for classic rock and blues tones, and the '50s neck profile makes it a joy to play. It's a premium-priced instrument, perfect for the serious player chasing that iconic Les Paul feel.
Product Description
- Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Trans Fu
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Trapeze fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Vintage '50s
- Cream body and fingerboard binding
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Graph Tech nut
- 22 Medium frets with cryogenic fret treatment
- Pickups: 1 Burstbucker #2 (bridge) and 1 Burstbucker #1 (neck) humbucker
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- Hand-wired with Orange Drops capacitors
- Aluminium Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Aluminium stop bar
- Colour: Translucent Fuchsia
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Vintage '50s neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability.
- • Burstbucker pickups deliver warm, articulate tones with plenty of bite.
- • Cream binding elevates the aesthetic, adding a touch of classic elegance.
- • Hand-wired Orange Drop caps enhance clarity and dynamic range.
CONS
- • Trans Fuchsia finish may not appeal to all players’ aesthetic preferences.
- • Mahogany body construction contributes to a substantial and potentially unwieldy weight.
- • Rosewood fretboard might require more frequent oiling to prevent dryness.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Burstbucker #1 (Neck), Burstbucker #2 (Bridge)
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22 Medium
Bridge
Aluminium Tune-O-Matic & Stop Bar
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burstbuckers offer a slightly more refined and articulate tone than many stock pickups, with a warmer low-end and a more open high-end.
Translucent finishes, especially on pink hues, can show wear more readily than opaque finishes, requiring careful handling and maintenance.
While substantial, the '50s neck profile and balanced design help mitigate the weight, but a strap and potentially a comfortable playing position are recommended.
