The Les Paul That Started It All—Back to Its Roots
If you've ever wondered what it would be like to play the guitar that helped shape punk, garage rock, and blues since 1955, here's your chance. The Gibson Les Paul Special strips away the fancy stuff and gets straight to the point: slab mahogany body, a pair of growling P-90 pickups, and a neck that feels just right whether you're bashing out power chords or working through a blues shuffle. It's not trying to be anything other than what it is—a straightforward, no-nonsense Les Paul with plenty of attitude and midrange bark.
This is the guitar players reach for when they want something direct and honest. No carved tops, no binding on the body, no humbuckers—just pure Gibson tone with that unmistakable P-90 snarl. Whether you're into classic rock, punk, blues, or anything in between, the Les Paul Special gives you the tools to cut through a mix without overthinking it. And with a nitrocellulose finish that'll age beautifully over time, this one just gets better the more you play it.
P-90 Pickups Built for Players Who Like It Raw
The heart of the Les Paul Special is its pair of dogear P-90 single-coil pickups, hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitors for that authentic vintage response. These pickups sit in a sweet spot between classic single-coils and humbuckers—you get clarity and bite without the hum, plus a thick midrange punch that humbuckers sometimes miss. The bridge pickup delivers cutting, articulate lead tones with plenty of edge, while the neck pickup offers warmth and roundness that's perfect for rhythm work or smoother lead lines.
Each pickup gets its own volume and tone control, and the 3-way toggle switch lets you blend or isolate them to dial in exactly what you need. Whether you're chasing gritty garage tones, bluesy cleans, or something with a little more snarl, the P-90s deliver a tonal range that feels both classic and versatile. They're responsive to your playing dynamics, too—roll back your guitar's volume and you'll find sweet, chimey cleans; dig in hard and they'll bite right back.
Built Like the Originals—Mahogany Body and '50s Vintage Neck
Gibson built the Les Paul Special with a solid slab mahogany body and single-cutaway design, staying true to the lightweight, no-frills construction of the 1955 original. The mahogany delivers warm, resonant tones with strong midrange presence and natural sustain. The solid mahogany neck features a comfortable '50s Vintage profile—chunky enough to feel substantial in your hand, but not so thick that it slows you down.
The bound rosewood fretboard is home to 22 medium-jumbo frets and a 12-inch radius, which strikes a nice balance between easy chording and smooth string bending. Acrylic dot inlays keep things simple and classic. The 24.75-inch scale length is standard Gibson, offering a slightly slinkier feel than longer-scale guitars and making bends a little easier. A GraphTech nut provides smooth tuning stability, and the Vintage Deluxe tuners with white buttons keep you in tune while adding to the vintage vibe.
Nitrocellulose Finish That Ages With You
Gibson finished this Les Paul Special in gloss nitrocellulose lacquer, the same thin finish they used back in the '50s. Unlike modern polyurethane finishes, nitro is thinner and allows the wood to breathe and resonate more freely. Over time, nitro finishes develop a beautiful patina, wearing in all the right places and taking on character that reflects how you play. The Ebony finish gives this guitar a sleek, understated look that pairs perfectly with the black 5-ply pickguard, black top hat knobs, and nickel hardware.
The wraparound bridge anchors the strings for excellent resonance and sustain, plus it keeps setup simple—no complicated adjustments, just solid, reliable performance. Whether you're drawn to the vintage aesthetic or you just want a guitar that sounds great and feels right from the first note, the Les Paul Special delivers the goods.
Product Features:
- Body: Solid slab mahogany construction with single-cutaway design
- Neck: Mahogany with comfortable '50s Vintage profile and set neck construction
- Fingerboard: Bound rosewood with 12-inch radius, 22 medium-jumbo frets, and acrylic dot inlays
- Pickups: Dual dogear P-90 single-coil pickups, hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitors
- Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone controls, and 3-way toggle switch
- Bridge: Wraparound bridge for enhanced resonance and sustain
- Tuners: Vintage Deluxe tuning machines with white buttons
- Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer in Ebony
- Scale Length: 24.75 inches
- Nut: GraphTech, 1.695-inch width
- Includes: Gibson hardshell case and accessory kit
Brand: Gibson
Model: Les Paul Special
SKU: LPSP00EBNH1
Condition: New
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