Gibson 2015 Les Paul Special Double Cut Electric Guitar (with Case)

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Gibson's iconic dual-cutaway guitar returns with classic P-90 sound, plus a thicker fretboard for fatter tone and increased sustain. It's special, indeed!

What's special about this item?

Feature: What it does:
P-90S pickups P-90 tone, with improved depth and clarity
Mahogany body Rich, warm, focused sound; added sustain
G FORCE Quick, accurate automatic tuning
Zero-fret nut Optimal action; pristine intonation

Gibson wants to celebrate this event by releasing Les Paul axes with a giant load of modern features and tonal treats. In addition, these 2015 releases also feature a Les Paul 100 signature and a cool Les Paul hologram to commemorate the birthday of one of the most influential pioneers in the world of solidbody electric guitars. There is no denying the contribution that Les Paul has made to the game, and your Les Paul Special Double Cut is further proof.

Master luthier Jim DeCola speaks about Gibson's history and their 2015 models:


Mahogany Double Cut Body

Lasting sustain and warm rich tone are what this guitar's mahogany body is all about. Every note you play will have plenty of emphasis on the lower and middle frequencies, so your sound will maintain a strong depth and dark color throughout your set. The double cut on this axe gives you easy access to those higher frets, and this baby rests comfortably against your front so you can move around the stage or the recording studio with liberating ease.

Improved Mahogany Neck and Rosewood Fingerboard

The mahogany neck on your Les Paul Special Double Cut rests comfortably in your hand and transfers your playing over to your guitar's mahogany body in seamless sonic fashion. The rosewood fingerboard on this appendage is smoother, slightly thicker, and slightly wider, so you'll have more room to bend your strings further. You won't be able to get enough of how smooth and silky this neck plays, and an adjustable zero fret read more nut lets you fine-tune your action to your own personal preference.

Two P-90 Soapbar Alnico Slug Pickups

Your ears will love the undeniably addicting wail of your P-90 Soapbar Alnico Slug pickups. These baddies fuel your Les Paul with a forceful punch that'll effortlessly slice through the air. Their aggressive trebly tone cleans up nicely when you bring your volume control down a little, giving you a wide range of versatile tone. These might be the most dynamic pickups you'll experience; they work really well for a whole bunch of different styles and genres.

G FORCE Automated Tuning System

The technology on your Les Paul goes 21st-century with its onboard G FORCE automated tuning system. This awesome feature lets you tune your axe in one simple strum in standard and alternate tunings. If you're harmonizing with a slightly out-of-tune instrument, like an old piano or a lightly sharp or flat backing track, this system even lets you calibrate your strings to the source's tuning.

Greater Care for Your Signal

Gibson has made sure that your signal gets the careful treatment it deserves by adding more robust cables to your Les Paul's inner circuitry. This means that the electronics on your guitar will last longer and keep your signal clean and pristine. Also, an improved contact output jack will keep things flowing smoothly gig after gig so your performance remains solid and uninterrupted.

Features:

- Dark and resonant mahogany body
- Snug and comfy mahogany neck in slim taper profile
- Removable pickguard
- Adjustable zero fret to tweak your action
- 22 frets with super tight action
- Pearl dot inlays
- Scale length of 24.75"
- Thicker, wider, and smoother rosewood fretboard
- Confident wraparound bridge/tailpiece
- G FORCE automated tuning system
- Pair of P-90 Soapbar Alnico Slug pickups
- Les Paul 100 signature and hologram
- Stronger and more robust cables for higher signal integrity
- New and improved hardshell case included
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- Body: Flat mahogany body
- Neck: Mahogany SlimTaper profile
- Fingerboard: Bound rosewood pearl dots inlays
- Hardware: Nickel lightning bar wrap around
- Finish: Gloss lacquer in 3 color options Heritage Cherry, Translucent Yellow top, Vintage Sunburst
- Electronics: P-90SR and T with Alnico slugs Master Volume and Tone pots
- Plastics: No Pickguard, black top hats
- Case: Hardshell case

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-444-2766

Gibson 2015 LP Special Double Cut

With a vintage-styled double-cutaway body, two P-90 pickups, and an improved neck joint for added stability, the 2015 Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut electric guitar delivers legendary tone and distinctive looks.

Gibson USA is dedicated to creating the ultimate playing experience through innovation and continuous improvement. From the very beginning, Orville Gibson was committed to this ideal. His vision has been carried on by a number of passionate, creative designers, luthiers and master craftsmen - from Lloyd Loar to Les Paul - to today.

It is in this spirit that Gibson USA has established the business practice of introducing a model line every year in the fall. Every Model Year is the culmination of research on how we can make the most advanced guitars.

Eight years in development, the Gibson G FORCE(TM) improves on the innovations introduced in Min-ETune(TM) with simplified ease of use, an enhanced feature set, and increased speed. Standard on most 2015 models, Gibson G FORCE(TM) provides the best and simplest experience yet in an automatic tuning system.

Gibson USA matches the rarest and finest woods to every guitar. This selection system provides an accurate specification for each guitar's top, back, body carving, and fingerboard, giving you the confidence of knowing exactly what woods our luthiers chose when crafting your guitar.

Features:

- GFORCE Tuning System: Faster, more accurate, additional tunings
- Zero Fret Adjustable Nut (patent applied for): Added action adjustment
- Two P-90 Soapbar Alnico Slug Pickups: Brighter Tone with a more percussive attack
- Wider neck and fingerboard: Increased playing area with same string spacing
- Comprehensive wood selection and grading: Rarest and finest materials for best instruments
- Thicker Rosewood Fingerboard: Increased mass for sustain
- Pearl Inlays: Better appearance and value
- Smoother sanded, buffed and oiled fingerboard: Improved playability and feel
- 3 Point Setup (Lower Frets, Improved Plek, Intonation): Silky smooth action and bending, improved intonation
- Improved contact output jack: Secure contact and uninterrupted signal
- More robust cables: Stronger signal strength
- Improved Neck Joint: Improved stability
- Les Paul 100th birthday signature: Honoring a true inventive genius
- Les Paul Hologram: Authenticity and tribute
- Improved Hardshell Case: Improved protection (up to 15 foot drop), sleek, ergonomic, Made in USA

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (4 ratings)
Submitted September 13, 2015 by Tim O in Bronx, NY

"Love. It."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I'm really getting used to not having a tuner to look at. Push a button, strum....boom, tuned. I've even used the G-Force as part of the show...."What, your guitar doesn't tune itself?" I did string it with .011's, and it intonates responds better. Took some practice learning to restring it, but now it's second nature. The rest of the guitar is, well, it's a Gibson. I haven't liked Gibson in recent years (poor craftsmanship, bad finishes etc, but this one is beautiful. I got the trans red. Really nice. The neck is different than previous Specials that I've played, but it really is super comfortable. And it weighs in at just over 6 lbs. Very easy on the shoulder. And of course, the P-90's growl. If I would change anything, it would be the case; It's on the large side. I'd prefer a LP style case, as opposed to this rectangular thing. Other than that? All good!!

Musical Background:

Professional of 35 years.

Musical Style:

Pop, country, rock
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