Gibson LP Axcess Custom Figured BB
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Gibson
LP Axcess Custom Figured BB
Product Info
Article Number:
459749
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
LP Axcess Custom Figured BB
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$5,750.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Axcess Custom is a real beauty – the figured top is gorgeous, and the Custom Shop construction shines through in the feel and sound. The coil-splitting is a smart touch for expanding tonal options, making it ideal for players who want a versatile, high-end Les Paul capable of handling everything from crunchy rhythm to searing leads. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the quality justifies the investment.
Product Description
- Gibson Les Paul Axcess Custom Figured Bengal Burst
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop
- Body: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
- Flamed maple top
- Neck: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
- Shaped neck-/ body joint and back of the body
- Fretboard: Ebony (Diospyros classiforia)
- Scale: 628 mm
- Headstock inlay: Split Diamond
- Mother-of-pearl block inlays
- 5-Ply binding
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 1 x 498T on the bridge position and 1 x 496R on the neck position
- CTS 500 potentiometers
- Controls: 2 x Volume
- 2 x Tone (push/pull for coil-split)
- Grover machine heads
- Gold hardware
- Colour: Bengal Burst
- Includes Custom Shop case and certificate
- Made in the USA
PROS
- • Stunning figured Bengal Burst top elevates aesthetics significantly.
- • Custom Shop build quality ensures exceptional craftsmanship and playability.
- • 498T/496R pairing delivers aggressive rock tones with coil-split versatility.
- • Ebony fretboard provides a slick, fast playing experience with excellent note definition.
CONS
- • The weight, typical of mahogany Les Pauls, will be a factor for some players.
- • Bengal Burst finish can be prone to fingerprints and requires careful maintenance.
- • The pickup configuration leans towards rock/high-gain; cleaner tones are less prominent.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
498T (Bridge), 496R (Neck)
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
Tune-o-Matic with Grover Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 10.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s likely a slimmer, more modern profile, offering faster playability than the often thicker '59 neck. Expect a comfortable, slightly flatter feel, prioritizing speed over vintage thickness.
Absolutely; Grover tuners offer superior tuning stability and a smoother feel, essential for locking in intonation and minimizing tuning drift during aggressive playing.
The finish itself doesn’t drastically alter the tone, but the thicker nitrocellulose lacquer contributes to the instrument’s resonance and sustain, enhancing the overall sonic character.
