GIBSON USA Custom Shop Murphy Lab '59 HPT Les Paul Standard Reissue Ultra Light
Specs:
• Model: Gibson USA Custom Shop Murphy Lab ’59 HPT Les Paul Standard Reissue
• Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer – Ultra Light Aged (Murphy Lab)
• Top: Hand Picked Figured Maple Top (HPT – selected by Andertons)
• Body: Mahogany
• 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 Stopbar Tailpiece
• Hardware: Nickel (Murphy Lab Aged)
• Case: Gibson Custom Shop Lifton-Style Case + COA
• Country: USA
• Year: 2024
• Condition: MintPersonal Thoughts:
The Murphy Lab ’59 Reissues are already among the most convincing modern Les Pauls Gibson have ever produced — but when you add a Hand Picked Top (HPT) into the mix, things step up another level.
This example was personally selected by Andertons, and it shows. The maple top has that perfect balance: plenty of character and movement without crossing into over-the-top modern flame. It looks authentic, vintage-correct, and exactly what you want from a serious R9.
Tonally, it’s everything a great ’59 should be. Open, woody lows, vocal mids, and a sweet, airy top end. The Custombuckers excel here — dynamic, touch-sensitive, and harmonically rich. Clean tones bloom beautifully, while overdrive retains clarity and articulation without getting congested.
The Ultra Light Aged Murphy Lab finish is spot on — subtle checking, gentle wear, and a broken-in feel without feeling exaggerated. It looks like a well-cared-for vintage instrument rather than a stage prop.
This is a serious player’s R9 that also happens to be a top-tier collector piece.
Condition Report:
Mint condition. As new, with no additional wear beyond the factory Murphy Lab aging. Frets, hardware, and finish are immaculate. Original Gibson Custom Shop Lifton-style case, Certificate of Authenticity, and all case candy included.
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.