(SOLD) Gibson Les Paul Junior Vintage Sunburst 2009
Gibson Les Paul Junior, 2009, vintage sunburst. These are simple, but so satisfying. The combo of a big ol' slab of mahogany, a single P-90 pickup, a wraparound bridge and simple electonics make for a primal, pure tone. There's plenty of warmth and depth on deck, balanced by a snarling, snappy attack that lends a heap of clarity and definition to rhythm parts, even when paired with a generous dose of gain. There's an airiness and immediacy you can't really get from either traditional Les Pauls or Fender style stuff... it's the unique, nasty glory of the Junior. This era of the model was blessed with a gorgeous open-pore satin nitro sunburst finish, so that looks superb. Being so thin, the finish is already showing plenty of play wear, but the more the merrier I say. The neck is a moderate '59 style shape, neither too thick or thin; it just works... you're never thinking to hard when you play it. These have been in plenty of demand lately so don't count on it hanging around long.
Model: Gibson Les Paul Junior
Made: USA, 2009 (serial 016790434)
Finish: vintage sunburst, satin nitro
Body: mahogany
Neck: mahogany, rosewood board, 24.75" scale, 12" radius, 43mm nut, '59 style moderate profile
Weight: 3.475kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Gibson P-90 single coil
Case: basic non-original gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. Headstock has some minor dimples on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples on the back only. The back has widespread light scuffs and dimples but no major marks. The sides have some scuffs on the top horn, dimples in the elbowe area, some rub wear near the jack and some dimples on the bottom horn. The front is pretty tidy, just some dimples on the back edge, near the knobs and in the elbow area and some standard play wear on the guard and top horn. Overall: very good condition (8/10).
Playing condition notes: Neck is straight, action is low, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. Frets have some normal wear but they're fairly even with no major buzz issues, 7/10 for life left. Wearing fresh 10/52 Moonshiners strings.