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Dave Amato Les Paul Axcess Standard Electric Guitar

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Overview

Signature electric guitar combines features from Les Paul Axcess and '59 Reissue models

The Gibson Custom Shop sits at the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality and sound. Every single guitar created in the shop is designed to celebrate Gibson's storied legacy through historical accuracy, authenticity and obsessive attention to detail. The Dave Amato Les Paul Axcess Standard electric guitar is no exception — this signature model represents the ultimate mash-up of vintage Gibson aesthetics and modern player features.

No more compromise 

Dave Amato has played Gibson Les Pauls on stage for the last four decades, both as a member of REO Speedwagon and on tour with other huge names in rock and pop music. But lately, he has struggled to choose between his two favorites — a '59 Reissue and a Les Paul Axcess. So, Dave began to collaborate with the renowned guitar experts at Gibson Custom Shop to develop Dave's "perfect" Les Paul. The result is a beautiful and versatile Les Paul Axcess model unlike anything else available.

Dave requested a figured top with a "Boston Sunset Fade" finish (inspired by his home town), a unique white ebony fingerboard, an extra-chunky neck profile, a Floyd Rose tremolo and two '57 Classic Plus humbucker pickups. He also insisted on the latest Axcess construction elements including a swept neck heel, revised back contours and an Apex headstock carve which naturally strengthens the neck. This is now Dave's main guitar on tour and in the studio, representing only the best of his favorite specs. Never again will he have to compromise.

Features

  • Dual proprietary '57 Classic humbucker pickups
  • Floyd Rose tremolo system with locking nut
  • Figured maple top with special Boston Sunset Fade finish
  • Chunky '59 Mahogany neck with contoured heel and Apex headstock
  • Controls include dual volume pots with coil tap on bridge, plus two tone pots
  • Designed in collaboraton with REO Speedwagon guitarist Dave Amato

Can't decide between vintage features and modern tech? Order now for the best of both.

Specs

Dave Amato Les Paul Axcess Standard Electric Guitar Specifications:

Body
  • Body shape: Single cutaway
  • Body type: Solid body
  • Body material: 9-hole weight-relieved wood
  • Top wood: 2-piece Figured Maple
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Body finish: Gloss
Neck
  • Neck shape: '59 extra chunky
  • Neck wood: 1-piece Mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fingerboard
  • Material: White Ebony
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Pearloid Trapezoid
  • Nut width/material: 1.687 in. (42.8 mm) Locking
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary '57 Humbucker
  • Bridge: Proprietary '57 Humbucker
  • Control layout: Master volume, Master tone, Individual volume, Individual tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: Floyd Rose locking
  • Tuning machines: Gibson
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Performance Level: Professional
  • Case: Hardshell Case
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Country of Origin: United States
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