Gibson Custom Shop / Les Paul / 2014 / Guitar

The last of the Skinnerbursts: serial #102. The early 1990's proved to be a golden era for the Gibson Custom Shop. With Rick Gembar (Custom Shop General Manager) at the helm the company came up with the idea of producing limited edition artist instruments possibly the most sought after today being the Jimmy Page Les Paul. In 2006 running alongside the artist and historical re-issues Gibson Custom Shop introduced the very popular Vintage Original Spec (VOS) line allowing players and collectors to come as close as possible to owning a vintage instrument without having to pay six figures. Other additions include the Collectors Choice based on genuine Gibson Les Pauls owned by collectors famous and in-famous with an interesting history to them. “It is truly a special sunburst Les Paul and is the flagship of my collection. I love this guitar.”- Joe Bonamassa Of all of today’s Les Paul-wielding artists Joe Bonamassa is among the most revered, and the astounding 1959 model that he affectionately calls “Principal Skinner” is the most beloved guitar in his extensive collection. Now, following a long-coming collaboration between Joe and Gibson Custom, we are delighted to present “Skinnerburst,” a detail-perfect recreation of what is possibly the hardest working 1959 Les Paul in the world today. Through unrestricted access to the original and Joe’s generous cooperation, Gibson Custom has scanned, studied and measured every spec, curve and parameter of this guitar to bring you an instrument that reproduces this prized ‘burst in every possible way, exactly as it looks, feels, and sounds today. From its delectably faded Dirty Lemon finish, to its custom-wound humbucking pickups, to its precise top carve and neck profile, the Joe Bonamassa “Skinnerburst” 1959 Les Paul gets you as close as is humanly possible to a priceless artist’s guitar. Historically accurate binding colors, aged cellulose trapezoid inlays, hot-hide glue neck construction, and period-correct hardware all complement a breathtaking rendition of Joe’s constant stage and studio companion. Of 150 guitars hand-aged by unparalleled ageing artist Tom Murphy, 150 were treated to Gibson Custom’s VOS process. comes complete with case and COA.
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Max Guitar, Netherlands  

Contact name:
Robbert Van der Ende
Brands:
Gibson, Fender, PRS, Nik Huber, Duesenberg, Tone King, Two-Rock, Victoria
Languages:
Dutch & English
Specialties:
Vintage, Boutique, New & Used
Opening hours:
Tuesday to Friday 12:00 – 18:00, Saturday 10:00 – 17:00

Visit our stores in The Hague and Nijmegen! We have an extensive collection of great new & used guitars, effect pedals, tube amplifiers and accessories. You will experience that we take the time and enjoy sharing our know-how with you. You can relax at our stores and take all the time you need to test and compare products in order to find out what you really need and thus determine your choice.

 

Max Guitar is the leading authority in the Benelux for high end guitars and all guitar related issues.At both locations we have highly skilled personnel with in-depth knowledge of our field. The atmosphere is pleasant and the coffee is the best! Both stores have a fully equipped guitar repair and customizing department and can also facilitate guitar amplifier repairs. Whether it is a set of strings, an upgrade for your guitar, a boutique effect, a Fender or Gibson Custom Shop or PRS Private Stock guitar, we take pleasure in offering you the best service available.

 

We are committed to serve both the professional musician as well as the aspiring guitarist, who know what they want and show us the courtesy to choose our stores.Our primary motivation is our love for guitars. All employees of Max Guitar are guitarists and audiophiles. We do not compromise when it comes to the quality of our tools of the trade and equipment. We bring you the best, the unusual, the unique and all the innovative products that are made with love and sustainability rather than just for short-term profit.

 

We only represent the brands and products that we are sure you will enjoy for years to come. Max Guitar offers the perfect combination of knowledge, expertise, service, a pleasant atmosphere and a carefully chosen collection of new and used guitars and guitar related products that really matter! At Max Guitar we totally understand that guitarists are always looking for that one specific sound, that one particular instrument and associated equipment which gives them the freedom to express themselves without having to think too much about boring details. We can help and we are here to please you!

 

 

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