Specs:
• Model: Gibson Custom Shop Historic ’59 Les Paul Standard Reissue (R9)
• Finish: Royal Teaburst – Nitrocellulose Lacquer (VOS)
• Body: Mahogany with Carved Maple Top
• Neck: Mahogany – ’59 Rounded Profile
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Radius: 12"
• Frets: Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Aged Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoids
• Pickups: Gibson Custombuckers
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle
• Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic with Aluminum Stopbar
• Hardware: Nickel (VOS)
• Case: Lifton-Style Hardshell Case
• COA: Included
• Country: USA
• Year: 2018
• Condition: Mint
Personal Thoughts:
The Royal Teaburst finish is one of Gibson’s most elegant and understated burst options, sitting beautifully between traditional iced tea warmth and subtle amber hues. It suits the ’59 silhouette perfectly — vintage, tasteful, and never overdone.
This 2018 Historic-era R9 sits firmly within a strong period for Gibson Custom Shop consistency. The neck carve has that reassuringly substantial ’59 feel without being unwieldy, and the Custombuckers deliver exactly what you want from a great R9: woody mids, open top end, and a dynamic response that really rewards touch and phrasing.
Clean tones have clarity and depth, while driven sounds bloom with harmonic richness and sustain. It’s a very musical, non-hyped example that feels more like a serious player’s guitar than a flashy showpiece.
Condition Report:
Mint condition. Exceptionally well kept with no marks, wear or issues to note. Frets, hardware and finish remain clean throughout. Supplied with original Lifton-style case and Certificate of Authenticity.
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.