Gibson 20th Anniversary Les Paul Custom (1974)
Celebrating Twenty Years of the Les Paul Custom
In 1974, Gibson commemorated the 20th Anniversary Les Paul Custom with a special edition honoring one of the company's most iconic electric guitars. Distinguished by its engraved 20th Anniversary tailpiece and premium appointments, these guitars represent a unique chapter in Gibson's history and have become highly collectible among vintage enthusiasts. Built during the Norlin era, they combine the unmistakable look, feel, and sustain of a Les Paul Custom with features found only on this commemorative model.
Construction: Built for Sustain
The 1974 20th Anniversary Les Paul Custom features a solid mahogany body with a carved maple top, delivering the classic balance of warmth, sustain, and clarity that has defined the Les Paul for generations. A three-piece mahogany neck provides strength and stability, while the ebony fingerboard with large pearl block inlays offers the smooth feel and elegant appearance expected from Gibson's flagship Custom model.
Multi-ply body and headstock binding, the iconic split-diamond headstock inlay, and gold-plated hardware complete the timeless "Black Beauty" aesthetic. The engraved 20th Anniversary tailpiece serves as the defining feature of this commemorative edition.
Electronics and Hardware
Equipped with two Gibson humbucking pickups, the 20th Anniversary Les Paul Custom delivers everything from warm, articulate clean tones to thick, sustaining overdrive. Independent volume and tone controls for each pickup, paired with a three-way toggle switch, provide exceptional tonal versatility.
Gold-plated hardware, including the Tune-O-Matic bridge and engraved 20th Anniversary stop tailpiece, completes both the look and performance of this classic instrument.
A Note on Vintage Condition
This is a used vintage instrument from our inventory. As with any guitar over 50 years old, it may exhibit cosmetic wear, finish checking, replaced components, or previous repairs consistent with normal ownership and use. We encourage prospective buyers to carefully review all photos and ask any questions prior to purchase.
Product Features:
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Body: Mahogany with carved maple top, single-cutaway solidbody
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Neck: Three-piece mahogany set neck
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Fingerboard: Ebony with pearl block inlays
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Pickups: Two Gibson humbucking pickups
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Controls: Individual volume and tone controls with three-way toggle selector
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Bridge: Tune-O-Matic bridge with engraved 20th Anniversary stop tailpiece
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Hardware: Gold-plated throughout
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Headstock: Multi-ply binding with split-diamond pearl inlay
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Special Features: Engraved 20th Anniversary tailpiece
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Year: 1974
This is a used guitar from our inventory. Pictures are of the actual item you will receive.
This vintage 1967 Gibson Les Paul Custom shows honest wear consistent with its age and years of use. The guitar features finish cracks throughout, adding to its vintage character, and has been thoroughly evaluated by both our in-house technicians and an independent luthier, who have confirmed that all the cracks are stable and guitar is structurally sound in its current condition. One volume pot cover has been replaced with a non-original part. Please review the photos carefully, as they provide the best representation of the instrument's overall condition.
All used gear is sold AS IS.
Brand: Gibson
Model: 20th Anniversary Les Paul Custom
SKU: U-1967-LPC|397521
Condition: Used
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