Gibson has announced the release of two new limited-edition Les Paul Standard models, the ’50s Double Trouble and the ’60s Double Trouble. These models pay homage to the highly sought-after double white-bobbin PAF-equipped Les Pauls of the golden era of electric guitars. With unique features and limited availability, these models capture the essence of vintage Les Pauls.
A Tribute to the Elusive ’60s Burst
The Les Paul Standard ’60s Double Trouble, finished in Vintage Tobacco Burst and Vintage Cherry Sunburst, replicates the look and feel of the rare double white-bobbin PAF-equipped ’60s Les Pauls.
Limited to just 500 units worldwide, this model features a solid Mahogany body with an AA figured Maple top, a ’60s SlimTaper Mahogany neck, and a Rosewood fingerboard.
Key features include:
- Double White Bobbin Pickups: The guitar is equipped with uncovered double white Burstbucker 61R and 61T Alnico V humbuckers, replicating the highly desirable aesthetic of vintage double white PAFs.
- Vintage Finish: A gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish with an elegantly faded vintage appearance.
- Premium Hardware: Grover Rotomatic tuners with “kidney” buttons, gold “Top Hat” knobs with silver reflectors, and a nickel-plated ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge.
- Hand-Wired Electronics: The guitar’s electronics are hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitors for an authentic vintage tone.
Capturing the Spirit of the Late ’50s Burst
The Les Paul Standard ’50s Double Trouble, finished in Vintage Cherry Sunburst, draws inspiration from the late ’50s Les Pauls with double white-bobbin PAFs.
Also limited to 500 units, this model features a solid Mahogany body with an AA figured Maple top, a ’50s Vintage Mahogany neck profile, and a Rosewood fingerboard.
Key features include:
- Double White Bobbin Pickups: Burstbucker 1 and 2 Alnico II humbuckers with double white bobbins, providing classic PAF-style tones.
- Vintage Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish with a faded vintage aesthetic.
- Classic Hardware: Vintage Deluxe tuners with Keystone buttons, gold “Top Hat” knobs, and an ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge with an aluminum stop bar.
- Hand-Wired Electronics: The electronics are hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitors for an authentic vintage tone.
Pricing & Availability
Both models come with a hardshell case. Gibson emphasizes the rarity of the double white bobbin pickups, highlighting their status as “one of the most desirable unicorns” among vintage Gibson enthusiasts.
These limited-edition releases aim to bring these iconic guitars’ vintage vibe and tone to a broader audience.
MSRP – $2799/£2499
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