GIBSON USA Les Paul Standard "Heritage Cherry Burst + Rosewood" (1992)
Specs
- Model: Les Paul Standard
- Finish: Heritage Cherry Burst
- Body: Mahogany with Maple Top
- Neck: Mahogany, Slim Taper Profile
- Fingerboard: Rosewood, 22 Medium Jumbo Frets
- Inlays: Trapezoid
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with Stopbar Tailpiece
- Pickups: Gibson 490R (Neck) and 498T (Bridge) Humbuckers
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch
- Nut Width: 1.6875”
- Scale Length: 24.75”
- Tuners: Vintage-Style Grover
- Case: Gibson Hardshell Case
Personal Reflection
This Heritage Cherry Burst Les Paul Standard from 1992 is a stunning example of Gibson’s timeless craftsmanship. The combination of a mahogany body with a maple top creates a resonant, warm tone with plenty of brightness and sustain, while the rosewood fingerboard adds depth and smoothness to the playing experience. The slim taper neck profile is comfortable and fast, making it ideal for a range of playing styles, from intricate lead work to full, chunky rhythm playing.
The 490R and 498T pickups deliver that classic Les Paul tone, offering creamy, rich cleans and roaring overdrive with a powerful midrange punch. The Heritage Cherry Burst finish highlights the beautiful grain of the maple top, making this guitar as visually stunning as it is sonically versatile. This is a guitar built to handle anything from classic rock to blues, jazz, and more.
Condition Report
This guitar is in excellent condition, with minimal signs of wear for its age. The Heritage Cherry Burst finish is vibrant and well-preserved, with only minor surface marks visible under close inspection. The frets and fingerboard are in great shape, ensuring smooth playability, and the hardware has a light patina that adds character without compromising function. The electronics are in perfect working order, providing the full tonal range expected from this era of Les Paul Standards. This is a fantastic instrument for players and collectors alike, combining vintage charm with exceptional performance.