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Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s Faded Electric Guitar Vintage Tobacco Burst
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Vintage style with a time-worn finish.
Rich Mahogany Body With Figured Maple Top
The Les Paul Standard 50s Faded features a solid mahogany body for warm, resonant tones. Topped with AA figured maple, the guitar offers enhanced clarity and a striking visual appeal. The rounded 50s-style neck profile provides comfort and a familiar feel for those who prefer vintage-style necks. Paired with a rosewood fingerboard and medium jumbo frets, this guitar feels as great as it sounds.
Burstbucker Pickups Deliver Classic PAF Tones
Equipped with Burstbucker 1 (neck) and Burstbucker 2 (bridge) pickups, the 50s Faded delivers the coveted PAF-style tone that defined the Les Paul. These pickups offer rich harmonics, well-balanced output, and dynamic response for players seeking everything from smooth blues to high-gain rock tones.
Aged Satin Finish for a Vintage Look
The satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish adds a vintage touch, giving the guitar the appearance of a well-played instrument. This thin finish not only enhances the guitar’s resonance but also adds a natural, aged look that appeals to players seeking that vintage aesthetic.
Ideal for Players Seeking Classic Les Paul Feel
With its vintage-inspired design, powerful Burstbucker pickups, and faded finish, the 50s Faded is perfect for players looking for an authentic Les Paul experience. This guitar combines classic Les Paul tone with the timeless appeal of a worn-in finish, making it ideal for those who appreciate tradition.
Features
- Mahogany body with AA figured maple top for balanced tone
- Burstbucker 1 and 2 pickups for classic PAF-style sound
- Satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish for a naturally aged look
- 50s rounded neck profile for a comfortable, vintage feel
- Includes Gibson hardshell case for protection
Experience vintage Les Paul tone with the Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Faded, offering a timeless look and rich, resonant sound.
Les Paul Standard '50s Faded Electric Guitar Specifications:
Body- Shape: Les Paul
- Top: AA figured maple
- Body: Mahogany
- Finish: Satin nitrocellulose lacquer
- Neck material: Mahogany
- Neck profile: 50s rounded
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale length: 24.75”
- Number of frets: 22
- Nut width: 1.695" (43.05mm)
- Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Tailpiece: Stopbar
- Tuners: Vintage Deluxe with keystone buttons
- Plating: Nickel
- Configuration: HH
- Neck: Burstbucker 1
- Bridge: Burstbucker 2
- Controls: Individual volume, individual tone; 3-way toggle switch
- Orientation: Right handed
- Strings: 6
- Case: Gibson hardshell
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Every guitar or bass you purchase from Musician's Friend (electric or acoustic, New or Open Box) includes two years of protection from manufacturer defects.
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