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Gibson Les Paul Model Goldtop 1957

Gibson Les Paul Model Goldtop 1957

Serial Number: 72134

Weight: 9lbs 9oz

Description
The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original all gold finish.
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" Shape
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st. Fret: .89" & 12th. Fret: .95"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: Original Gibson Soapbar P-90s with a three-position switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. All components maintain their originality with 1957 pot codes being displayed on the side of the pot, untouched solder joints, and original "bumblebee" capacitors.
Pickup Measurements: Bridge: 7.7k Neck: 7.5k
Hardware: Original Kluson tuners, nut, ABR-1 bridge, and tail-piece. All cosmetic hardware on the guitar is original as well.
Weight: 9lbs 9oz
Modifications/Repairs: None.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Les Paul is in good cosmetic condition with moderate wear throughout. The finish on the back of the neck as well as the back of the body displays heavier wear than the top. The green oxidation is ubiquitous on gold Gibson finishes of this era and is prevalent on the neck in addition to a few dings, dents, and scratches. There are dings and finish chips along the edges of the body and headstock. Furthermore, there is checking idilic throughout the entirety of the guitar.
Serial Number: 72134
Tech Notes: This Les Paul plays well with low action. The original frets are narrow and show moderate wear but still retain considerable height for their age. It has been setup with nickel wound strings in standard tuning. The guitar dates to 1957 based on the serial number and pot codes.

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SKU: U6564237201

Description
The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original all gold finish.
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" Shape
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st. Fret: .89" & 12th. Fret: .95"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: Original Gibson Soapbar P-90s with a three-position switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. All components maintain their originality with 1957 pot codes being displayed on the side of the pot, untouched solder joints, and original "bumblebee" capacitors.
Pickup Measurements: Bridge: 7.7k Neck: 7.5k
Hardware: Original Kluson tuners, nut, ABR-1 bridge, and tail-piece. All cosmetic hardware on the guitar is original as well.
Weight: 9lbs 9oz
Modifications/Repairs: None.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Les Paul is in good cosmetic condition with moderate wear throughout. The finish on the back of the neck as well as the back of the body displays heavier wear than the top. The green oxidation is ubiquitous on gold Gibson finishes of this era and is prevalent on the neck in addition to a few dings, dents, and scratches. There are dings and finish chips along the edges of the body and headstock. Furthermore, there is checking idilic throughout the entirety of the guitar.
Serial Number: 72134
Tech Notes: This Les Paul plays well with low action. The original frets are narrow and show moderate wear but still retain considerable height for their age. It has been setup with nickel wound strings in standard tuning. The guitar dates to 1957 based on the serial number and pot codes.
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