Gibson LP Custom 54 Black Beauty VOS
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Gibson
LP Custom 54 Black Beauty VOS
Product Info
Article Number:
401481
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
LP Custom 54 Black Beauty VOS
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$6,873.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a serious vintage-inspired Les Paul for the discerning player. The combination of the P-90 and Alnico V provides a unique voice, leaning towards blues, classic rock, and that warm, thick tone. It’s a premium-priced instrument, but the quality and feel are undeniable – a real statement piece.
Product Description
- Gibson LP Custom 54 Black Beauty VOS
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop - Historic Collection
- Les Paul Custom 54 "Black Beauty"
- VOS - Vintage Original Specifications
- One-piece body
- Mahagony neck (Swietenia Macrophylla)
- Mahogany body (Swietenia Macrophylla)
- Mahogany top
- Ebony fretboard (Diospyros Crassiflora)
- "Blocks" fretboard inlays
- Split Diamond headstock inlay
- Multi-ply binding
- Pickups: 1x P-90 and 1x Alnico V single coils
- Bridge: ABR-1
- Aluminium stop tailpiece
- Machine heads: Waffle Back
- Hardware: Gold-plated
- Colour: Black
- Includes a case and certificate
- Made in the USA
PROS
- • One-piece body construction promises exceptional resonance and sustain.
- • P-90/Alnico V pairing delivers a unique blend of grit and clarity.
- • Vintage Original Specs (VOS) finish replicates aged nitrocellulose look and feel.
- • Mahogany neck with ebony fretboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience.
CONS
- • High-end price point puts it out of reach for many players.
- • The P-90/single coil configuration limits versatility for modern genres.
- • Weight, typical of mahogany Les Pauls, can be fatiguing for extended play.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Mahogany Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
P-90 (neck) / Alnico V Single Coil (bridge)
Scale Length
24.75 in
Frets
22
Bridge
ABR-1 Bridge with Aluminium Stop Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 10-12 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a distinct departure - the P-90 adds a rawer, more aggressive edge, while the Alnico V provides a cleaner, articulate response, creating a wider tonal palette.
The VOS finish is thin and allows the wood to breathe, which many believe contributes to a more resonant and vintage-like tone. It's primarily aesthetic, but the thinness does impact the guitar's natural vibration.
It occupies a sweet spot – offering a vintage aesthetic and premium components without the extreme price tag of some Custom Shop flagships, though it’s still a significant investment.
