Gibson Custom

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The Gibson Custom M2M 1968 Les Paul Custom Figured Gloss electric guitar marries vintage allure with modern playability. It boasts a striking figured maple top, its intricate wood patterns catching the light to reveal a stunning depth and complexity. This artful detail rests upon a lightweight mahogany body, blending visual beauty with a warm, resonant tone. The guitar features a comfortably rounded mahogany neck and an ebony fingerboard, ensuring smooth and effortless play. With two Custombucker humbucking pickups, this instrument offers a rich, articulate sound, making it a delight both for the eyes and the ears.

Authentic Vintage Design

With a figured maple top, mahogany body and mahogany neck, the M2M 1968 Les Paul Custom recreates the iconic design of the original. Its figured maple top not only looks stunning but also enhances articulation and clarity. The lightweight mahogany body resonates well and produces a warm, balanced tone. An ebony fingerboard offers a smooth playing surface, while the rounded neck profile feels comfortable and fast in your hands.

Powerful yet Articulate Pickups

The M2M 1968 Les Paul Custom features two Custombucker humbucking pickups that provide exceptional power and clarity. The bridge pickup delivers a tight bass response with rich harmonics, ideal for distorted lead lines and power chords. The neck pickup produces a warm, articulate tone perfect for soulful solos and rhythm playing. With a three-way toggle switch, you can access each pickup individually or blend them together for a wide range of classic Gibson tones.

Top-of-the-line Components

To ensure reliable performance, the M2M 1968 Les Paul Custom includes top-of-the-line components like CTS potentiometers and Orange Drop capacitors. Its tuners, bridge and stop tailpiece are also made to the highest standards. With premium parts throughout, this guitar will provide years of trouble-free playing. Everything about the M2M 1968 Les Paul Custom is built for tone, from its solid mahogany construction to its ebony fingerboard down to the smallest capacitor and pot.

Legendary Gibson Craftsmanship

As an instrument from the Gibson Custom Shop, the M2M 1968 Les Paul Custom Figured Gloss is built by expert luthiers dedicated to crafting the finest guitars. Premium materials, precision machining and rigorous quality control result in an exceptional instrument with iconic tone, playability and looks. The nitrocellulose finish and gold hardware age beautifully over time, developing a patina that is unique to your instrument.

Gibson Custom M2M 1968 Les Paul Custom Figured Gloss Electric Guitar Factory Burst
Gibson Custom M2M 1968 Les Paul Custom Figured Gloss Electric Guitar Factory Burst
Gibson Custom M2M 1968 Les Paul Custom Figured Gloss Electric Guitar Factory Burst

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  • Figured maple top and mahogany body
  • Mahogany neck
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Two Custombucker humbuckers

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Body
  • Body Type: Single Cutaway Solid Body
  • Top wood: Figured Maple
  • Body wood: Mahogany
Neck
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Standard
Fingerboard
  • Material: Ebony
  • Inlays: Custom
  • Nut material: Nylon
Electronics
  • Configuration: HHH
  • Neck: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Bridge: Proprietary Humbucker
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed Bridge
  • Color: Gold
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 String
  • Orientation: Right-handed

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