Specs:
• Model: Gibson Custom Shop 60th Anniversary ’59 Les Paul Standard Reissue
• Finish: Green Lemon Fade – VOS Nitrocellulose
• Body: Mahogany with Figured Maple Top
• Neck: Mahogany – 1959 Rounded Profile
• Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood (Dark, Vintage-Correct)
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Radius: 12"
• Frets: Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Aged Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoids
• Pickups: Gibson Custombuckers (Unpotted, 60th Anniversary Spec)
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Switch
• Hardware: Nickel (VOS)
• Bridge: ABR-1
• Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum
• Tuners: Kluson Deluxe
• Case: 60th Anniversary Lifton-Style Case + COA
• Country: USA
• Year: 2019
• Condition: Excellent
Personal Thoughts:
The 60th Anniversary R9s from 2019 are widely regarded as some of the best modern Les Pauls Gibson has ever built — exceptional tops, ultra-accurate neck carves, and the best sounding Custombuckers to date. The Green Lemon Fade finish on this one is outstanding: a soft, vintage-correct fade that looks far more like an authentic late-’50s burst than a modern flame showpiece.
These guitars also feature the special diamond anniversary emblem in the switch cavity plate — unique to 2019 and a nice collectible touch. Tonally, this R9 delivers everything you want from a true ’59 reissue: open mids, woody bloom, beautifully clear top end, and that addictive, dynamic “chew” under the fingers.
If you want the most vintage-accurate feel without stepping into Murphy Lab territory, the 60th Anniversary line is the sweet spot — and this example is a prime one.
Condition Report:
Excellent. Very light stand-related staining beneath the neck joint — purely cosmetic and minimal. A few tiny handling marks consistent with gentle home use. Frets, hardware and VOS finish all remain clean. Includes the full Anniversary case and COA.
Part Exchange Welcome:
Part exchange welcome. Video demos are available via our YouTube channel at Squealing Pig Guitars. Personal consignment service available via our site at a 10% rate.