Gibson Les Paul Custom Natural 1978
Description
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Summary
Finish: The fingerboard and back of the neck have been partially oversprayed. The rest of the finish is original.
Body Material: Mahogany
Top Material: Maple
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.81" 12th - 0.98"
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: The guitar has been fully rewired with Gibson Custom Shop Slash pickups and four non-original pots. The guitar has two humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 7.9 kΩ, bridge - 8.3 kΩ
Hardware: The strap buttons, knobs, and jack plate have been replaced. The bridge and tailpiece have been replaced, including their studs. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 10 lbs 7 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with light scratches and some small dings scattered throughout. The binding shows some superficial cracks. The back of the body shows buckle rash, with two larger patches of finish scratched away. One of the screw holes of the back plate has stripped out and will not retain the screw anymore. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Modifications/Repairs: The fingerboard and back of the neck have been partially oversprayed. The guitar has been fully rewired with Gibson Custom Shop Slash pickups and four non-original pots. The strap buttons, knobs, and jack plate have been replaced. The bridge and tailpiece have been replaced, including their studs.
Serial Number: 71358225
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minor play wear. The serial number dates to 1978.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Summary
Finish: The fingerboard and back of the neck have been partially oversprayed. The rest of the finish is original.
Body Material: Mahogany
Top Material: Maple
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.81" 12th - 0.98"
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: The guitar has been fully rewired with Gibson Custom Shop Slash pickups and four non-original pots. The guitar has two humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 7.9 kΩ, bridge - 8.3 kΩ
Hardware: The strap buttons, knobs, and jack plate have been replaced. The bridge and tailpiece have been replaced, including their studs. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 10 lbs 7 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with light scratches and some small dings scattered throughout. The binding shows some superficial cracks. The back of the body shows buckle rash, with two larger patches of finish scratched away. One of the screw holes of the back plate has stripped out and will not retain the screw anymore. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Modifications/Repairs: The fingerboard and back of the neck have been partially oversprayed. The guitar has been fully rewired with Gibson Custom Shop Slash pickups and four non-original pots. The strap buttons, knobs, and jack plate have been replaced. The bridge and tailpiece have been replaced, including their studs.
Serial Number: 71358225
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minor play wear. The serial number dates to 1978.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case