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Gibson LP Custom 57 Black Beauty ULA

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Gibson LP Custom 57 Black Beauty ULA

Gibson

LP Custom 57 Black Beauty ULA

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 523019
Brand: Gibson
Model: LP Custom 57 Black Beauty ULA
Category: Single Cut Guitars
Price: $8,138.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This is a seriously gorgeous and well-built Les Paul, offering a vintage vibe with modern refinements. The Custombuckers give you that creamy, articulate tone perfect for blues, classic rock, and jazz. It’s a premium-priced instrument aimed at players who appreciate the finest craftsmanship and a truly authentic feel.

Product Description

  • Gibson LP Custom 57 Black Beauty ULA
  • Electric Guitar
  • Historic Collection Custom Shop model
  • One-piece body: Hand-selected solid mahogany
  • Not chambered
  • One-piece neck: Mahogany
  • Fretboard: Ebony
  • LP Custom Pearl Block fretboard inlays
  • Split Diamond headstock inlays
  • Neck profile: LP Custom
  • Long neck tenon
  • All hide glue
  • Holly veneer headstock
  • Scale length: 628 mm
  • Pickups: 2 unpotted Custombuckers AlNiCo 3 Humbucker
  • ABR-1 bridge
  • Aluminium stop bar
  • Gold waffle back machine heads
  • Gold plated hardware
  • Colour: Vintage Ebony
  • Finish: Ultra Light Aged - lacquer cracks
  • Incl. case and certificate
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • One-piece mahogany body delivers exceptional sustain and resonance.
  • • Custombucker pickups offer a thick, vintage-voiced, articulate tone.
  • • Historic Custom Shop construction with hide glue enhances resonance and stability.
  • • Ultra Light Aged finish replicates a well-worn classic, visually appealing.
CONS
  • • The weight, typical of solid mahogany guitars, will be a factor for some players.
  • • The limited pickup options restrict versatility for modern, high-gain styles.
  • • The aged finish, while aesthetically pleasing, may not appeal to all.

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Key Features

Body Material One-piece solid mahogany
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ebony with LP Custom Pearl Block inlays
Pickups 2 x Unpotted Custombucker AlNiCo 3 Humbuckers
Scale Length 628 mm
Frets Medium Jumbo (estimated, typical for this era Gibson)
Bridge ABR-1 Tune-o-Matic with Aluminium Stop Bar
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated, typical for a mahogany Les Paul)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Ultra Light Aged finish removes a significant amount of finish thickness, theoretically allowing more resonance. The cracks are cosmetic and don't meaningfully affect the tone, though some believe they contribute to a slightly more 'open' sound.
These are unpotted, which allows for more high-end response and a more vintage, breathy character. They're less microphonic than potted pickups, but may hum slightly more.
The extended neck tenon increases the contact area between the neck and body, improving sustain and stability. It contributes to a tighter, more focused resonance throughout the instrument.

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