Late-’60s Black Beauty Elegance
From its authentic ’68 medium C neck profile to its elegant Black Beauty appointments, this Gibson 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue radiates with classic tone and vintage-original-spec character. Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aging simulates the look of a case-lived, Golden-era classic, faithfully capturing the depth and richness of a genuine ’68 Custom. You can expect all the right attention to detail when you unsheathe this single cut from its case. It's beaming with multi-ply binding and a deep nitro ebony finish. You get unbelievable sustain, brilliance, and resonance, thanks to a choice of tonewoods and a period-correct long neck tenon. Plus, it comes loaded with a pair of '68 Custom humbuckers to deliver truckloads of classic Les Paul tone.
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You can't go wrong with this gorgeous reissue
The rich, smoky sound of the Les Paul has defined rock for decades. If you long for the epic sound of classic humbuckers and resonant mahogany, you just can't beat this 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue. This iconic solidbody electric guitar defines the Gibson legacy as much as it defines the essence of modern rock and fusion. So why settle for less? Pick up this 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue and tap into a true classic.
Powerful, punchy pickups plus killer appointments
Two classic-sounding Gibson '68 Custom humbuckers give this 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue the power, punch, and clarity of Gibson's legendary PAF pickups. Other traditional appointments include a historic long neck tenon for a solid fit and vintage tone; multi-ply binding for Gibson's renowned "tuxedo" look; and a lightweight aluminum stop tailpiece for enhanced sustain and tone. You also get gold hardware, classic Kluson Waffleback tuners, black witch hat knobs, and mother-of-pearl block markers — all period-correct looks that are sure to well fresh inspiration every time you pick up this guitar.
Artfully aged in Gibson Custom Shop's Murphy Lab
Under the leadership of Master Artisan Tom Murphy, Gibson Custom Shop's Murphy Lab performs one specific function: to craft artfully aged instruments using the most cutting-edge tools available. This 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue features Ultra-Light Aging, boasting unique lacquer checking with minimal playing wear. It's as if the guitar spent most of its life in its case. VOS patina hardware puts the final touch on this exquisite instrument. Finally, Sweetwater's old-school Gibson enthusiasts are thrilled by how closely this guitar's extra-rolled fingerboard edges mimic the broken-in look and feel of a true Golden-era Gibson.
Gibson 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue Features:
- An iconic solidbody electric from one of the world's renowned guitar makers
- Murphy Lab Ultra-Light Aging simulates the look of a case-lived, Golden-era classic
- Classic maple-on-mahogany construction
- Authentic ’68 medium C mahogany neck profile
- Period-correct long neck tenon delivers unbelievable sustain, brilliance, and resonance
- ’68 Custom pickups dole out iconic PAF humbucker tone
- Black finish and multi-ply body binding provide this Black Beauty's "tuxedo" looks
- Lightweight aluminum stop tailpiece balances bite and sustain
