Gibson Les Paul Special Tribute Raven Satin Black 2021
Gibson LP Special Tribute, Raven limited edition, satin black, made in USA 2021. Black on black on black... lean and mean. The Raven model was a limited rub exclusive to USA behemoths Guitar Centre, released around Halloween in 2021. It's a Tribute series model, so it has some bare bones attitude: satin finish, flat top, dot inlays. But, it got a few goth-friendly appointments: dark grey sparkle dots, black hardware and hot pickups. It looks awesome: minimalist, but still a little gnarly. The pickups are Gibson hot passive 498/500 set, so they've got plenty of natural bass and a generous output. The tone is awesome for punk, doom or grungy stuff, it's thick and chunky. Don't forget to pick up some matching satin black nail polish to match.
Model: Gibson Les Paul Special Tribute Raven Limited-Edition
Made: USA, 2021
Serial: 208210025
Finish: satin black, open pore nitro
Body: mahogany
Neck: maple, Richlite fretboard, 24.75" scale, 12" radius, moderate rounded C profile
Weight: 3.980kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Gibson 498R/500T humbucker x2
Accessories: Gibson gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has minor dimples on the end and scuffs on the bass side. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples and rub wear on the back only. The back has dimples on the bottom horn, elbow area back edge as well as some scuffs along the top edge and around the switch and control cavities. The sides have dimples on the top horn and near the jack and some scuffs in the elbow area and bottom horn. The front has scuffs in the elbow area, dimples behind the tailpiece and around the knobs and some play wear on the horns.
Overall: very good condition (8/10)
Playing condition notes: action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 10/52 Moonshiners strings.
Fret Life: 9/10, minor wear only