A Limited-Edition Les Paul with Vintage Attitude and Uncovered Pickups
Picture this: you're in a music shop in 1961, and a brand-new Les Paul Standard just came in. The burst finish glows under the lights, and when you flip it over, those uncovered humbuckers with their white bobbins stare back at you like something rare. That's the vibe Gibson captured with the Les Paul Standard 60s Double Trouble. This isn't a relic job or a reissue trying too hard—it's a modern-built Les Paul that honors a specific moment in Gibson's golden era, with a few visual twists that make it stand out from the regular Standard 60s lineup.
What makes the Double Trouble different? Two things. First, those Burstbucker 61R and 61T pickups are left uncovered, showing off double white bobbins that were a hallmark of early PAF-era humbuckers. Second, the Vintage Cherry Sunburst finish is hand-sprayed with a slightly faded, aged appearance—like a burst that's seen a few years of stage lights and smoky clubs, but without the wear. The result is a guitar that feels both fresh and familiar, rooted in tradition but with its own visual personality.
This is a limited run—only 500 guitars in this finish—so you're not going to see these on every stage. It's built for players who love the Les Paul Standard 60s platform but want something a bit more distinct. Whether you're drawn to the uncovered pickups, the vintage-inspired finish, or just the idea of owning a numbered limited edition, the Double Trouble delivers classic Les Paul tone with a look that turns heads.
The Foundation: Solid Mahogany, Figured Maple, and 60s SlimTaper Neck
At its core, the Les Paul Standard 60s Double Trouble is built exactly like the regular Standard 60s models—and that's a very good thing. The body is solid, non-weight-relieved mahogany, which means it has that classic Les Paul heft and the thick, sustained low-end response these guitars are known for. No chambering, no weight relief—just a solid slab of mahogany that resonates and sustains. On top sits an AA figured maple cap with cream binding, adding snap and clarity to the midrange and giving the guitar its visual punch under that Vintage Cherry Sunburst gloss nitro finish.
The neck is mahogany with Gibson's SlimTaper profile, which debuted in the early '60s as a faster, more comfortable alternative to the chunky '50s profile. It's slim enough for quick runs and wide bends, but still has enough shoulder to feel substantial in your hand. The rosewood fingerboard has a 12-inch radius and 22 medium jumbo frets, with traditional acrylic trapezoid inlays and cream binding. A Graph Tech nut keeps tuning stable. The scale length is the classic 24.75 inches, and the nut width is 1.695 inches—right in that comfortable Les Paul sweet spot.
One detail worth noting: the finish. Gibson hand-sprays each Double Trouble model with a full-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer that's been intentionally faded to mimic the subtle aging that happens over several years. It's not a heavy relic treatment—just a lighter, slightly sun-faded take on the standard Cherry Sunburst. Because each guitar is sprayed individually, the burst patterns vary from instrument to instrument, so no two are exactly alike.
Uncovered Burstbucker 61 Pickups with Double White Bobbins
The pickups are where the Double Trouble really earns its name. Gibson equipped this model with a Burstbucker 61R in the neck and a Burstbucker 61T in the bridge—both left uncovered to show off their double white bobbins. This isn't just a cosmetic choice. Removing the metal covers opens up the high end slightly and adds a bit more clarity and bite, so notes pop with more definition and chords stay articulate even under gain.
Burstbucker 61s are Gibson's take on the hotter, slightly more aggressive PAF-style pickups from the late '50s and early '60s. They're loaded with Alnico 5 magnets and hand-wired with audio taper potentiometers and Orange Drop capacitors, all assembled in Gibson's Pickup Shop. The neck pickup delivers clear, singing tones with a vocal quality that's great for lead work and jazz chords. The bridge pickup has that classic Les Paul snarl—tight lows, muscular mids, and a cutting top end that never turns harsh. Clean, they're glassy and defined. With overdrive, they deliver warm sustain and just enough grit for everything from blues to hard rock.
The controls are standard Les Paul layout: two volumes, two tones, and a three-way toggle. The hand-wired Orange Drop caps mean the tone controls actually shape your sound instead of just dulling it, and rolling back the volume cleans up the pickups beautifully without losing clarity. It's a simple, proven control scheme that's been working for players for over 60 years.
Classic Hardware and USA Craftsmanship
Gibson didn't cut corners on the hardware. The Double Trouble is equipped with an ABR-1 Tune-o-Matic bridge—the classic-style bridge that's been a Les Paul staple since the '50s—paired with an aluminum stop bar tailpiece. Tuning duties are handled by Grover Rotomatic tuners with Kidney buttons, and the control knobs are gold Top Hat style with silver reflectors and dial pointers. The hardware finish is nickel. All of it is period-correct and built to last.
This guitar is made in the USA at Gibson's factory, and it includes a Gibson hardshell case. Like all Gibson USA guitars, it's been inspected and set up by Gibson's craftory-trained technicians before it ships. The build quality reflects Gibson's modern standards—consistent, clean, and ready to play right out of the case.
Product Features:
- Solid, non-weight-relieved mahogany body for maximum sustain and classic Les Paul resonance
- AA figured maple top with cream binding and hand-sprayed Vintage Cherry Sunburst gloss nitrocellulose finish
- Mahogany neck with SlimTaper profile for fast, comfortable playability
- Rosewood fingerboard with 12-inch radius, 22 medium jumbo frets, and acrylic trapezoid inlays
- 24.75-inch scale length and 1.695-inch Graph Tech nut
- Uncovered Burstbucker 61R (neck) and 61T (bridge) pickups with double white bobbins and Alnico 5 magnets
- Hand-wired electronics with audio taper potentiometers and Orange Drop capacitors
- ABR-1 Tune-o-Matic bridge with aluminum stop bar tailpiece
- Grover Rotomatic tuners with Kidney buttons and nickel hardware
- Limited edition—only 500 guitars produced in Vintage Cherry Sunburst finish
Brand: Gibson
Model: Les Paul Standard 60s Double Trouble
SKU: LPS6DCW25VCNH1
Condition: New
Since 1872, C.A. House Music has been helping musicians across the Ohio Valley find the right gear -- with real advice from a team that actually plays. We're your authorized dealer of all the big names in guitars, keyboards, band instruments, drums, pro audio, and more. With four family-owned and operated locations in Ohio and West Virginia (plus a full online store), you don't have to go far for instruments, lessons, rentals, and repairs. No matter your musical needs, our team of musicians wants to help you Play Music for Life.
