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Gibson LPS500-PU Les Paul Std 50s Dark Purple Burst+Case

Gibson LPS500-PU Les Paul Std 50s Dark Purple Burst-Front

Gibson LPS500-PU Les Paul Std 50s Dark Purple Burst+Case

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Gibson LPS500-PU Les Paul Std 50s Dark Purple Burst+Case

Out of stock

OVERVIEW

The Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Dark Purple Burst is a modern tribute to the classic design that has shaped music across generations. Its solid mahogany body, paired with a carved maple top, delivers exceptional sustain and resonance. The gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish enhances both its aesthetic appeal and tonal quality. The mahogany neck features a rounded, 50s Vintage profile, providing a comfortable grip for extended playing sessions. The 12-inch radius rosewood fingerboard, adorned with acrylic trapezoid inlays, ensures smooth playability across all registers. Equipped with Burstbucker 1 and Burstbucker 2 pickups, this guitar offers vintage-inspired tones with clarity and depth. The hand-wired electronics, including audio taper potentiometers and Orange Drop capacitors, allow for precise tonal adjustments. The ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and aluminum Stop Bar tailpiece, along with Vintage Deluxe tuners with Keystone buttons, ensure tuning stability and intonation. The Graph Tech nut and medium jumbo frets contribute to its overall playability. This model comes with a hardshell case for protection.
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Body Construction and Finish: The Les Paul Standard 50s Dark Purple Burst features a non-weight-relieved mahogany body with a carved maple top. This construction offers exceptional sustain, resonance, and tonal depth. The gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish not only gives the guitar its striking visual appeal but also contributes to its rich, dynamic sound.

Neck Profile and Fingerboard: The guitar is equipped with a mahogany neck featuring a rounded, 50s Vintage profile. This neck provides comfort for players who appreciate the classic feel of a vintage instrument. The Indian rosewood fingerboard, with its 12-inch radius, offers smooth playability, while the acrylic trapezoid inlays add to the guitar’s vintage look.

Pickups and Electronics: The Les Paul Standard 50s Dark Purple Burst uses Burstbucker 1 and Burstbucker 2 pickups. These pickups are loaded with Alnico 2 magnets, providing a vintage-inspired tone with clear highs and warm lows. The hand-wired electronics, including audio taper potentiometers and Orange Drop capacitors, allow for precise tonal control.

Hardware and Tuning Stability: The ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and aluminum Stop Bar tailpiece ensure excellent sustain and stability. Vintage Deluxe tuners with Keystone buttons provide reliable tuning performance. The Graph Tech nut and medium jumbo frets enhance the overall playability, offering comfort during extended playing sessions.

Additional Features: The Les Paul Standard 50s Dark Purple Burst comes with a Gibson hardshell case for protection. It also includes a Gibson accessory kit, ensuring that you have all the tools needed to maintain your instrument.

Specifications:

  • Body Style: Les Paul
  • Body Shape: Les Paul
  • Body Material: Mahogany
  • Top: Maple (Carved)
  • Binding: Single Ply, Top and Fretboard
  • Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Weight Relief: None
  • Profile: 50s Vintage
  • Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Fret Count: 22
  • Frets: Medium Jumbo
  • Nut Material: Graph Tech
  • Nut Width: 43.05 mm / 1.694 in
  • End of Board Width: 57.4 mm / 2.259 in
  • Inlays: Acrylic Trapezoid
  • Finish: Nickel
  • Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
  • Tailpiece: Aluminum Stop Bar
  • Tuning Machines: Vintage Deluxe with Keystone Buttons
  • Pickguard: Cream
  • Truss Rod: Adjustable
  • Control Knobs: Gold Top Hats with Dial Pointers
  • Switch Tip: Amber
  • Switch Washer: Cream
  • Jack Plate Cover: Cream
  • Neck Pickup: Burstbucker 1
  • Bridge Pickup: Burstbucker 2
  • Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone; Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors
  • Pickup Selector: 3-way Toggle
  • Output Jack: 1/4″
  • Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
  • Case: Gibson Hardshell Case
  • Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit

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