Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard "Beauty of the Burst 74" VOS

Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard VOS - BOTB #74

A meticulous recreation of one of the most legendary 'Bursts ever documented, the "Beauty of the Burst" #74. This 1959 Les Paul Standard VOS (Vintage Original Spec) model captures the spirit, tone, and feel of the original, blending vintage-correct materials and hand-aged finishes for unmatched authenticity.

Key Features:

• Body: Solid mahogany back paired with a highly figured maple top, finished in a historically-accurate nitrocellulose lacquer.

• Neck: A 1959-style mahogany neck with a long tenon, carved to a rounded profile for that classic '59 feel.

• Fingerboard: Indian rosewood fingerboard with aged cellulose trapezoid inlays and a hide glue fit for vintage tone and resonance.

• Pickups: Custombuckers wound to closely match late-'50s PAF specs, delivering that warm, articulate Les Paul voice.

• Hardware: Lightly aged nickel components including ABR-1 bridge and lightweight aluminum tailpiece.

• Finish: VOS treatment for a gently aged, broken-in look without heavy relicing.

• Electronics: Hand-wired harness with CTS pots and paper-in-oil capacitors for an authentic vintage signal path.

• Additional Touches: Historically accurate binding, vintage-style tuners, and a silk-screened headstock logo.

• Weight: 8 lbs 13 oz.

This is more than a tribute — it's a true player's and collector's dream, offering a rare chance to experience a cornerstone of rock 'n' roll history in your hands.