Specs
Model: 1954 Les Paul Reissue
Finish: Goldtop
Body: Solid Mahogany
Top: Carved Maple
Neck: Mahogany, Rounded ’50s Profile
Fingerboard: Rosewood, 22 Medium Jumbo Frets
Inlays: Vintage-style Trapezoid
Bridge: Wraparound Tailpiece
Pickups: Gibson P-90 Single-Coils
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch
Nut Width: 1.6875”
Scale Length: 24.75”
Tuners: Vintage-style Kluson
Case: Gibson Custom Shop Hardshell Case
Personal Reflection
This 1954 Les Paul Reissue Goldtop is a true homage to the original era, exuding both the iconic look and the unmistakable tones of the early Les Pauls. The satin VOS finish gives it that classic vintage aesthetic, but with the reliability and playability you expect from a Gibson Custom Shop piece. The Goldtop pairs beautifully with the rich Rosewood fingerboard, and the P-90 pickups deliver that punchy midrange and warm tone that’s immediately familiar yet endlessly satisfying. Playing this Les Paul is like taking a step back in time, but with the playability and quality control of modern craftsmanship—a beautiful combination that’s hard to find anywhere else.
 
Condition Report
This guitar is in excellent condition, with only slight nitrocellulose lacquer checking around the control knobs, a characteristic that adds to its vintage vibe without compromising playability or aesthetics. There’s no visible fret wear, and the finish has been well-preserved, showcasing the classic Goldtop finish at its best. The neck is smooth and feels comfortably broken in, while the electronics are in top working order, delivering the clear, resonant tones that make this model such a standout.