Specifications:
Model: Les Paul Custom
Year: 2008
Finish: Alpine White, Gloss Nitrocellulose (lightly aged to banana pudding hue)
Top: Carved Maple
Body: Mahogany
Neck: Mahogany
Neck Profile: Slim ‘60s
Fingerboard: Ebony
Scale Length: 24.75"
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
Nut Width: 1.687"
Nut Material: Corian
Bridge: Nashville Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece: Stopbar
Tuners: Grover Kidney
Hardware: Gold
Pickups: Gibson 490R (Neck), 498T (Bridge)
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle
Inlays: Mother of Pearl Blocks
Binding: Multi-ply top, back, neck & headstock
Pickguard: Bound White
Case: Original Gibson Custom Shop Hardcase
Personal Thoughts:
This one has all the class and authority you’d expect from a Les Paul Custom, with that iconic Alpine White finish now mellowed into a gorgeous banana pudding cream tone. No nitro checking, which is rare for the year, and it’s in great shape overall — just a few minor impressions and some light staining in places that give it character, not distraction.
It’s the kind of Custom that feels perfectly broken in without any of the drawbacks — all the smooth sustain, clarity, and punch that makes these guitars timeless on stage and in the studio.
Condition Report:
Excellent condition. No checking, only light impressions and mild discoloration in spots from age. Frets are clean, setup is solid, and hardware shows minimal wear. A fine example from the late 2000s Custom Shop era.
Part exchange welcome, video demos are available via our YouTube channel at Squealing Pig Guitars, personal consignment service available via our site at 10% rate.