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The Gibson Custom Shop 1959 Les Paul Brazilian 2003 in Faded Cherry Burst is one of the most coveted reissues among guitar enthusiasts and collectors. Crafted as part of a very limited run, this model stands out for featuring a Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, a rare and highly prized tonewood known for its rich, complex overtones and smooth playing feel. The 2003 reissues are particularly special, as Gibson ceased using Brazilian rosewood shortly afterward due to international restrictions. Faithfully modeled after the iconic 1959 Les Paul Standard, this guitar features a solid mahogany body with a carved maple top, delivering that legendary Les Paul resonance and sustain. The Faded Cherry finish enhances its vintage appeal, gradually revealing the beautiful maple grain beneath a lightly aged nitrocellulose lacquer.

Sonically, the CS 1959 Les Paul Brazilian offers everything one would expect from a premium reissue: warm, articulate lows, sweet mids, and a biting yet musical treble response, largely thanks to a carefully matched set of Burstbucker pickups. These pickups replicate the tonal character of original PAF humbuckers, offering vintage-accurate output and dynamics. The guitar also sports period-correct specs like long neck tenon, hide-glue construction, and vintage-style hardware, adding to its authenticity and collectibility. Whether as a high-end player’s instrument or a crown jewel in a collection, the 2003 Brazilian Les Paul stands as a testament to Gibson’s commitment to heritage craftsmanship and tonal excellence. weight 4,12 kg