Rare collector's guitar Gibson Custom Shop model 1959 Les Paul Signature Paul Kossoff made in 2012 Aged by Tom Murphy, one of only 100 made in a gorgeous Green Lemon color, a masterpiece made in 2012, represents one of the most sought after and most beautiful Les Pauls ever, with a Gorgeous top aged to perfection by Tom Murphy. This is by far the lightest Kossoff ever seen, weighing in at 3,66 kilo only. pre owned instrument in excellent condition, with absolutely top-notch sound and playability, including original case and certificate of authenticity. 

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### The Paul Kossoff Les Paul Aged by Tom Murphy: A Tribute to Rock Legends
The Paul Kossoff Les Paul, meticulously aged by Tom Murphy, is a guitar that celebrates both the artistry of its original player and the craftsmanship of its maker. This limited edition instrument is a replica of the 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard played by Paul Kossoff, the renowned guitarist of the British rock band Free. Known for his emotive playing style and the iconic song "All Right Now," Kossoff's influence on the rock genre is profound. The guitar features a mahogany body with a carved maple top, a solid mahogany neck, and a rosewood fingerboard, ensuring the rich, warm tones that Les Pauls are famous for. The aged finish, complete with historically accurate wear and tear, pays homage to the decades of use Kossoff's original guitar endured, giving it an authentic, vintage feel.

Tom Murphy is a master luthier and a legend in the world of guitar aging and relic work. With a background that includes working at Gibson’s Custom Shop, Murphy has become renowned for his ability to recreate the look and feel of vintage guitars with uncanny accuracy. His process involves meticulously replicating the wear patterns, dings, and finish checking that occur naturally over decades of use. Murphy's attention to detail is unparalleled, making his aged guitars highly sought after by collectors and musicians alike. Each instrument he works on is a testament to his dedication to the craft and his deep understanding of what makes vintage guitars so special.

Paul Kossoff's legacy as a guitarist is one of raw emotion and soulful expression. Born in 1950, Kossoff began playing guitar at a young age and quickly developed a distinctive style characterized by his vibrato and phrasing. His work with Free in the late 1960s and early 1970s helped shape the sound of British rock, and his influence can be heard in the playing of countless guitarists who followed. Tragically, Kossoff's career was cut short when he passed away in 1976 at the age of 25, but his impact on the music world endures. The Paul Kossoff Les Paul Aged by Tom Murphy serves as a fitting tribute to both Kossoff's remarkable talent and Murphy's extraordinary craftsmanship, bridging the gap between past and present for guitar enthusiasts.

Rare collector's guitar Gibson Custom Shop model 1959 Les Paul Signature Paul Kossoff made in 2012 Aged by Tom Murphy, nr. 31 of 100 in a gorgeous Green Lemon color, only 100 pieces in the world, masterpiece made in 2012, represents one of the most sought after and most beautiful Les Pauls ever, with a Gorgeous top aged to perfection by Tom Murphy. This is by far the lightest Kossoff ever seen, weighing in at 3,66kilo only. pre owned instrument in excellent condition, with absolutely top-notch sound and playability, including original case and certificate of authenticity. Despite his tragically short career, Paul Kossoff's guitar work invariably enters at the top of any discussion of classic Les Paul performances. Playing with the British blues-rockers Free, he exhibited a tone, skill, energy and pure musicality that put him among the pantheon of great British guitar stars. Paul had a unique take on the blues-rock movement, exhibited particularly in the masterful vibrato that helped to give his Les Paul a huge, dynamic voice—and the 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard on which he achieved such heights is known to be one of greatest sounding 'Bursts ever made.
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Condition Pre-owned
Brand Gibson
Series Gibson Custom Shop
Semi/Hollow Body No
Orientation Right-handed

Gibson Custom Paul Kossoff Sunburst 1959 Les Paul aged

€ 13,998

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