Gibson Custom Made 2 Measure Les Paul Custom Figured, Fire Tiger Fade Overview
The Gibson Custom Made 2 Measure Les Paul Custom Figured in Fire Tiger Fade is an exquisite, custom-crafted guitar designed for those who demand the highest level of craftsmanship and tonal quality. This special edition Les Paul Custom stands out with its stunning finish, premium materials, and top-tier components, making it a showpiece as well as a performance powerhouse.
Key Specifications:
Body:
- Material: AAA figured top with a heavy back, ensuring a rich and resonant tone while showcasing an eye-catching grain pattern beneath the Fire Tiger Fade finish.
Neck:
- Material: Made from solid mahogany, the neck provides a warm, rich tone and excellent sustain.
- Peghead: Styled in the classic LP Custom design, adding to the guitar’s vintage aesthetic.
Hardware:
- Material: Chrome hardware throughout, adding a sleek and modern touch to the guitar’s overall look.
- Machine Heads: Equipped with Grover Kidney tuners for precise tuning stability.
- Bridge: Features a Tune-O-Matic (TOM) bridge, known for its adjustability and solid tuning stability.
- Tailpiece: Stop Bar tailpiece, which enhances sustain and provides a solid anchor for the strings.
- Jackplate: Chrome, matching the rest of the hardware for a cohesive look.
- End Pin: Standard, ensuring the guitar is securely held in place.
Aesthetic Details:
- Truss Cover: Molded and hot-stamped with “LP Custom,” adding a touch of authenticity.
- Pickguard: Multi-ply LP Custom pickguard, protecting the top while maintaining the classic Les Paul look.
- Knobs: Black Speed knobs, which are easy to grip and adjust on the fly.
- Mounting Rings: Black, complementing the overall color scheme of the guitar.
- Switch Tip: Cream, adding a subtle contrast to the guitar’s striking finish.
- Backplates: Includes Les Paul molded black backplates with a Custom Shop (CS) plate, ensuring the internal components are well-protected.
Pickups:
- Neck Pickup: 490R Chrome PC LBMR, delivering warm, rounded tones ideal for rhythm playing.
- Bridge Pickup: 498T Chrome PC HBMR, offering higher output with a sharper, more aggressive tone, perfect for leads.
Circuitry:
- LP Custom Circuitry: Designed specifically for this model, the circuitry ensures the pickups deliver the iconic Les Paul sound with clarity and punch.