1958 was a monumental year for Gibson in which a whole new lineup of now-famous models were introduced. One of them was the redesigned "double cutaway" Les Paul Junior, which has since found its place in music history as a favorite of hard rock musicians. The extra fret access of the double-cut construction allows upper octave leads while the "simple is better" single-pickup setup projects only thick, heavy tone. Gibson Custom Shop has proudly revived the original recipe from 1958 for this Historic Reissue, from the solid mahogany and hide glue construction to the vintage-style wiring. It is an accurate and faithful replica in every possible way.
Specifications:
- Number of Strings: 6
- Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
- Body Type: Solid body
- Body Shape: 1958 Les Paul Junior
- Body Material: 1-piece Mahogany
- Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Color: Cherry Red
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: Chunky C
- Neck Joint: Set Neck
- Radius: 12"
- Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
- Fingerboard Inlay: Pearloid Dots
- Number of Frets: 22, Medium Jumbo
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Nut Width: 1.687"
- Nut Material: Nylon
- Bridge/Tailpiece: Wraparound Stopbar
- Tuners: Kluson Single Line
- Bridge Pickup: Custom Dog-ear P90 Single-coil
- Controls: 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone
- Strings: Gibson, .010-.046
Features:
- Faithful reproduction of a classic Les Paul Junior with great rock tones and stripped-down looks to match
- Single P90 gives you unbelievably big sounds
- Great sustain and midrange character thanks to a premium mahogany slab body
- 1-piece neck with chunky “C” profile for authentic ’50s feel
- Super-simple hardware for authentic looks and feel plus great tuning stability
