Feature:
It has all the right vintage Les Paul stuff, great "'Burst" looks, the right weight (<9 lbs.), the right woods (except, boo hoo, Indian, not Brazilian rosewood on the board due to the CITES Treaty), and all the subtle little details that will bring a smile to anyone who's actually owned, seen or played an original '59 Les Paul sunburst.
Quality:
This is such a great replica, they've even duplicated many of the little hand-made "goofs" that gave the original '50s Les Paul guitars such charm. Where it counts, however, items such as relief, intonation, etc. are spot on. Just be forewarned, the VOS guitas have been slightly aged (similar to a Fender Closet Classic) so expect little scratches, corrosion, etc. This is not for everyone, if you want a "shiny" new guitar, this isn't it.
Value:
Ok, I'm going to down-rate them a little, because these guitars are frankly very overpriced. However, "value" means you got what you paid for, and if you get this guitar it is likely going to be your favorite for a long, long time.
Desirability:
If you love old Les Pauls like I do, and who doesn't, this guitar one will make you swoon. A particular "bravo" to Gibson for great wood selection for the curly maple top, and a great reproduction of the original thin finish. If you didn't know better, when you open the fantastic original Lifton-style case you'd think you were staring at an original '59 sunburst, worth $250,000+.
Sound:
This is an absolutely killer instrument, congratulations to Gibson for working the details so well. This is as close as they've come yet to releasing a real "'59 Reissue", and it is scary-close to the real thing. The tone is "Beano" all the way (for all of you who know what that means), turn your Marshall or Tweed up to 10 and you're instantly in "Bluesbreakers" heaven.
Ease of Use:
For easy playing you just can't beat a Les Paul. Flip the switch to the bridge "Burstbucker", crank that amp and feel the love!
Support:
I contacted Gibson via their e-mail support about the only issue I have with the guiitar and they responded immediately, and positively. (Mine had been a photo demo and was missing the cord.)
Overall:
Since I started playing back in the early '60s I've owned 9 Les Pauls, including two original '50s Goltops and an original '60 Sunburst. I can't say enough good about how Gibson has produced this guitar to the original specs. Get one of these and love it to death, you won't get a better Les Paul at any price..other than an original!
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