Specifications:
Body: Maple top on mahogany body
Neck: Mahogany with a '50s rounded profile
Fingerboard: Ebony with custom block inlays
Frets: 22 medium jumbo frets
Pickups: Gibson 490R (neck) and 498T (bridge) humbuckers
Hardware: Gold hardware with Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and Grover tuners
Finish: Cherryburst
Personal Thoughts:
This 1998 Les Paul Custom in Cherryburst pairs classic Gibson styling with the warmth and clarity Les Pauls are known for. The mahogany body and maple top offer the iconic Les Paul sustain, while the 490R and 498T humbuckers produce a versatile range of tones, from smooth cleans to gritty overdrive. Ben admires the classic look of the Cherryburst finish with the aged gold hardware, which adds a touch of vintage character to the guitar's aesthetic.
Condition Report:
This guitar is in very good condition, with only minor signs of wear. The finish is clean, with a few small impressions typical for its age. The gold hardware shows slight fading, adding a bit of vintage charm. All electronics and hardware function perfectly. Comes with its original hardshell case and paperwork.