(SOLD) Gibson Les Paul Special Natural Gloss 2002
Gibson LP Special in limited edition natural mahogany finish, made in USA 2002. Here's an unusual LP! This is an LP Special, so you get the carved body like a Strat; this relieves a bit of weight and is nice and comfy. It also has the LP Special flat top and pickguard, it's a bare-bones look that has a certain gruff charm. The lacquer has aged and yellowed to really show off the detailed mahogany grain. The pickups are Gibson P-100s: a soapbar sized stacked humbucker that sits somewhere between a traditional P-90 and a PAF-style humbucker in tone. The elimination of the typical P-90 noise is really handy, the guitar really eats of big hairy riffs and rhythm parts with great enthusiasm. The neck fairly round and moderate in profile, it feels solid and reassuring and is easy to like. You won't see many of these around, and it's certified 100% proper cool, don't wait too long!
Model: Gibson Les Paul Special
Made: USA, 2002 (serial 02262516)
Finish: natural gloss (limited edition)
Body: mahogany, total guitar weight 3.7kg
Neck: mahogany, rosewood board
Mods: none
Pickups: original Gibson P-100 (soapbar sized stacked HB)
Case: good quality padded Gibson gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. There's a chip on the edge of the top up from the bridge and a few dents near the input jack. There's some dimples near the rear strap pin and on the end of the headstock. Nothing that's really noticeable. Overall: good condition (7.5/10)
Playing condition notes: Neck is straight, action is low, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. Frets have a little wear, but really not a lot, 9/10. No headstock breaks. What a heartbreaker.