The Gibson Custom 1956 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue VOS captures the magic of a pivotal year for the iconic guitar in painstaking detail. In 1956, the Les Paul combined the searing tone of P-90 pickups with the newly designed ABR-1 adjustable bridge—unlocking new realms of sustain and intonation. The Gibson Custom Shop's '56 Reissue nails every nuance that made originals so revered, from its lightweight mahogany body with a 2-piece maple top to its vintage-accurate gold finish.

A Museum-Worthy Relic Brought to Life

Every component of this guitar has been exhaustively researched and faithfully recreated using the same materials and techniques of the '50s originals. The lightweight one-piece mahogany body is finished in nitrocellulose lacquer with a painstakingly replicated goldtop aging. Vintage replica parts are installed throughout, including the iconic P-90 pickups, ABR-1 adjustable bridge and historic narrow/tall frets. Even the seemingly small details are perfectly executed, like the hot hide glue construction and accurate silkscreened logos. Playing this reissue, you're transported back to a bygone era.

Unrivaled Playability and Tone

The '56 Goldtop's combination of P-90 pickups and the adjustable ABR-1 bridge unlock a world of searing tone and sustain unlike anything available at the time. You'll hear every nuance in your picking attack as the P-90s snarl with gritty midrange bite. Thanks to the ABR-1 bridge, your notes ring out for days with flawless intonation. The narrow/tall fret wire allows for effortless bending while avoiding dead spots. With this iconic pairing of pickups and hardware, you're holding a pivotal piece of guitar history in your hands.

Deluxe Reissue Appointments

This museum-quality recreation leaves no detail overlooked. Beyond the historically accurate body, finish, pickups and hardware, the '56 Goldtop Reissue also sports an authentic truss rod cover and reissue tuners. The 2-piece maple top adds a brilliant, ringing quality to the tone. The guitar ships safely in a premium brown and pink Lifton 5-latch hardshell case with plush interior, true to its era. From top to bottom, this is the definitive way to experience a '56 Les Paul Goldtop without tracking down a vintage original.