Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard | BOTB Page 116 - Heavy Aged

Discover the extraordinary craftsmanship of this Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard, a meticulously crafted recreation of the iconic guitar owned by Gibsons Cesar Gueikian, affectionately dubbed "Gemini" and featured on page 116 of the revered "Beauty of the Burst" book. This Made 2 Measure model captures the essence of the original 1959 Les Paul Standard, with the Murphy Labs heavy ageing process artfully replicating decades of natural wear for an authentic vintage aesthetic. A fascinating piece of history, this guitars original counterpart is just one serial number away from the infamous Greeny Les Paul, previously owned by Peter Green and Gary Moore, and now in the hands of Metallicas Kirk Hammett, adding to its allure for collectors and enthusiasts.

This Les Paul Standard boasts a resonant mahogany body paired with a hand-selected figured maple top, finished in a nitrocellulose lacquer that enhances its sustain and vintage character. The double white bridge humbucker, paired with a covered neck pickup (Custom Bucker Alnico 3 pickups), delivers the rich, dynamic PAF tone that made the 59 Les Paul legendaryoffering warm, articulate cleans and powerful, harmonically complex overdrive. An aged pickup cover is included in the case. The mahogany neck, with an Indian rosewood fingerboard and reissue trapezoid inlays, features a 12" radius and medium jumbo frets for smooth playability, while vintage-style hardwareincluding an ABR-1 bridge, lightweight stopbar tailpiece, and Grover tunersensures historical accuracy. All of our guitars are meticulously set up by our excellent team of luthiers prior to dispatch, ensuring this Les Paul plays flawlessly right out of the box.

• Body & Neck: Mahogany body with a figured maple top, paired with a mahogany neck and Indian rosewood fingerboard featuring reissue trapezoid inlays, delivering vintage resonance and playability.
• Neck Profile: Authentic 59 neck profile with a 24.75" scale length and 12" fingerboard radius, equipped with medium jumbo frets for effortless performance.
• Pickups & Hardware: Custom Bucker Alnico 3 pickups with a double white bridge humbucker (aged cover included in the case), complemented by an ABR-1 bridge, lightweight stopbar tailpiece, and Grover tuners, all in aged nickel finish.
• Condition: Pristine condition with Murphy Lab heavy ageing, replicating the natural wear of Cesar Gueikians original "Gemini," as seen on page 116 of "Beauty of the Burst."
• Case: Includes a copy the original brown/pink Lifton reissue 5-latch hardshell case, along with a certificate of authenticity, protecting its historic legacy.

Perfect for collectors and players seeking a guitar with deep historical significance and legendary tone, this Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard is a rare gem. Whether youre a fan of its storied connection to the Greeny Les Paul or simply crave the ultimate 59 Les Paul experience, this guitar delivers in every way.