A Modern Take on a Legendary Design
The Gibson Les Paul Supreme takes everything you know about a Les Paul and turns it up. This isn't just another Les Paul in a new finish—it's a thoughtfully updated instrument that balances classic tone with contemporary features. The Wine Red finish shows off a stunning AAA-figured maple top that catches light from every angle, while the multi-ply binding and gold hardware give it a refined, upscale look that stands out on any stage.
What makes the Supreme different is how it addresses the practical side of playing a Les Paul. The mahogany body features Ultra-Modern Weight Relief, making this guitar noticeably lighter than a traditional Les Paul without sacrificing any of that signature warmth and sustain. The Modern Contoured Heel gives you exceptional upper-fret access, and the SlimTaper neck profile feels fast and comfortable whether you're playing rhythm or lead. This is a Les Paul built for players who want the heritage without the compromises.
The Les Paul Supreme suits players who want versatility without complexity. If you're playing multiple styles in a single set—blues to rock to jazz—the coil-tap and phase controls let you dial in everything from vintage PAF warmth to bright, articulate single-coil tones. It's equally at home in the studio or on stage, and the weight relief makes it a practical choice for longer gigs.
Premium Tonewoods and Thoughtful Construction
The AAA-figured maple top sits on a mahogany body with Ultra-Modern Weight Relief, giving you a lighter guitar that still delivers the resonance and sustain Les Pauls are known for. The chambering is carefully designed to reduce weight without creating hollow spots that might affect tone. You get the warmth and note definition of a traditional Les Paul, but in a package that's easier on your shoulder during a three-hour gig.
The mahogany neck features an ebony fretboard with a compound radius that starts at 10 inches and opens up to 16 inches as you move up the neck. That means comfortable chord work down low and a flatter playing surface for bends and fast runs up high. Super Split Block mother-of-pearl inlays run the length of the fretboard, and the headstock features a striking mother-of-pearl inlay inspired by a 1940s design from the Gibson archives. The details matter here—from the multi-ply binding to the gold hardware, everything reinforces the idea that this is a premium instrument.
Versatile Pickups with Smart Switching
The Burstbucker Pro (neck) and Burstbucker Pro + (bridge) pickups are paired with push/pull Volume and Tone potentiometers for flexible coil tap, phase, and Pure Bypass switching. That gives you a wide range of sounds without needing a degree in electronics to figure it out. Pull up on a volume knob, and you're splitting coils for brighter, more articulate tones. The phase switch lets you get those out-of-phase quack tones that work great for funk or adding texture to a mix. Pure Bypass mode sends the pickup signal straight to the output jack, giving you the most direct tone possible.
The Burstbucker Pro pickups deliver classic Gibson humbucker tone—warm, balanced, and responsive to your playing dynamics. They're not overwound or hyper-aggressive; instead, they give you clarity and definition that works across styles. Whether you're dialing in a clean jazz tone, pushing an amp into breakup for blues, or running high-gain for rock, these pickups respond naturally. The coil-tap feature genuinely expands your tonal palette, giving you usable single-coil sounds that don't feel like an afterthought.
Playability Features That Make a Difference
The SlimTaper neck profile is comfortable for most hand sizes, and the 1.695-inch nut width gives you a familiar feel if you've played other Gibsons. The 24.75-inch scale length is classic Gibson, offering slightly lower string tension than a Fender-style 25.5-inch scale. That makes bends easier and gives the guitar a warmer overall character. Twenty-two frets give you plenty of range, and the Modern Contoured Heel means you're not fighting the body when you're working up near the top of the neck.
The Graph Tech nut improves tuning stability, especially if you're bending strings or using vibrato. The Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and Aluminum Stop Bar tailpiece provide solid intonation and sustain, and the Locking Grover Keystone tuners keep everything locked in. The gold-plated hardware isn't just for looks—it ties the whole aesthetic together while delivering reliable performance.
Product Features:
- Body: Mahogany body with AAA-figured maple top and Ultra-Modern Weight Relief
- Neck: Mahogany neck with SlimTaper profile
- Fingerboard: Ebony with compound radius (10" to 16") and Super Split Block mother-of-pearl inlays
- Scale Length: 24.75 inches
- Nut: Graph Tech, 1.695-inch (43.05mm) width
- Frets: 22 medium jumbo
- Pickups: Burstbucker Pro (neck) and Burstbucker Pro + (bridge)
- Controls: 2 Push/Pull Volume (Coil-Tap), 2 Push/Pull Tone (Pure Bypass/Phase), 3-way toggle
- Bridge: Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic with Aluminum Stop Bar tailpiece
- Tuners: Locking Grover Keystone with gold plating
- Hardware: Gold-plated
- Binding: Multi-ply top and headstock, single-ply fretboard
Brand: Gibson
Model: Les Paul Supreme
SKU: LPSU00WRGH1
Condition: New
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