*Gibson USA Custom Shop Single P/U Les Paul Custom Mod "Orchid Pearlescent + Ebony" (2023)
Specifications
Model: Custom Shop Single Pickup Les Paul Custom *Mod
Year: 2023
Finish: Orchid Pearlescent (Color-shifting Green to Purple)
Body: Mahogany with Carved Maple Top
Neck: Mahogany, Slim Taper Profile
Fingerboard: Ebony with Super 400 Style Fret Markers
Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III Humbucker (Bridge)
Electronics: Master Volume, Master Tone
Bridge: Nashville Tune-O-Matic with Stop Bar Tailpiece
Tuners: Grover Keystone
Scale Length: 24.75"
Nut: Corian
Hardware: Gold
 
Personal Thoughts
This 2023 Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Mod is an extraordinary and truly unique guitar, straight from Gibson’s Mod Shop. The standout feature is the Orchid Pearlescent finish, which shifts beautifully between green and purple under light—a real showstopper. Paired with the Super 400 style fret markers on the sleek ebony fingerboard, this guitar exudes elegance and exclusivity.
Equipped with a single Custombucker Alnico III pickup, it delivers a pure, articulate tone with warm mids and a dynamic response, perfect for expressive playing. The Slim Taper neck profile ensures effortless playability, making it a joy to handle whether you're laying down chunky rhythm parts or intricate leads. It’s no wonder this guitar was featured on Gibson’s Instagram and originally sold for over £6.5k—it’s a rare collector’s piece with both exceptional aesthetics and tone.
 
Condition Report
This guitar is in near-mint condition, with just one small impression near the bridge. The Orchid Pearlescent finish is otherwise flawless, showcasing its mesmerizing color-shifting qualities with no scratches, dings, or other blemishes. The frets and ebony fingerboard are in immaculate shape, ensuring smooth playability, and the hardware retains its original luster. The electronics work perfectly, delivering the rich, nuanced tones expected from a Custom Shop instrument.
A true rarity, this Les Paul Custom Mod is not just a guitar—it’s a piece of art and a statement instrument for any collector or serious player.