Gibson USA Les Paul Standard Double Cutaway Plus "Trans Red + Rosewood" (2005)
Specifications
Model: Les Paul Standard Double Cutaway Plus
Year: 2005
Finish: Trans Red
Body: Carved Maple Top with Mahogany Back
Neck: Mahogany, Set Neck
Fingerboard: Rosewood with Trapezoid Inlays
Neck Profile: Slim Taper 60s
Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
Pickups: Gibson Burstbucker Humbuckers (Neck and Bridge)
Electronics: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Selector Switch
Bridge: Nashville Tune-O-Matic with Stop Bar Tailpiece
Tuners: Grover Rotomatics
Scale Length: 24.75"
Nut: Corian
Hardware: Chrome
Personal Thoughts
This 2005 Les Paul Standard Double Cutaway Plus is an exceptional and rare find. The Trans Red finish highlights the stunning carved maple top, giving it a vibrant and premium look. The double cutaway design enhances upper fret access, making it an excellent choice for lead players or anyone wanting a versatile Les Paul with a modern twist. The Burstbucker Pro pickups deliver that signature Les Paul tone—warm and smooth on clean settings, with dynamic bite and clarity when pushed into overdrive. The Slim Taper neck profile ensures comfortable and fast playability, perfect for extended sessions.
This guitar is a near-perfect example of Gibson’s attention to detail, combining stunning aesthetics, tonal versatility, and playability in a design that’s both timeless and practical.
 
Condition Report
This guitar is in near-mint condition, showing only a touch of hardware fade on the chrome components, which adds a subtle vintage charm. The Trans Red finish is immaculate, with no scratches, dings, or blemishes. The frets and rosewood fingerboard are in pristine shape, offering smooth playability, and the electronics function perfectly. The light hardware fade does not affect the guitar’s overall appearance or performance. This is a stunning, well-preserved instrument that’s ready to perform or take pride of place in any collection.