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1954/ '56/ '69 Black Gibson Les Paul Standard Deluxe owned by Jim Ellison
Estimated price for orientation: 8 595 $
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: 1954/56/69 Black Gibson Les Paul Standard Deluxe String Configuration: 6 String Body Type: Solid Dexterity: Right-Handed MPN: 1954/56/69 Black Gibson Les Paul Standard Deluxe Body Color: Black Model: 1954/56/69 Black Gibson Les Paul Standard Deluxe Model Year: 1954/1956/1969
FREE SHIPPING TO THE "LOWER 48"! CHECK OUT OUR SUPERB FEEDBACK FOR YOURSELF!CALL FOR A HANDS ON DESCRIPTION OF ALL OF OUR INSTRUMENTS!Guitars West, Inc.(619) 988-9777This piece being offered was owned by the late Jim Ellison of Material Issue (Chicago, IL). We are honored to be able to list several pieces from his extensive collection.Ref# 00594: When we were given the opportunity at Jim's gear, we were really excited about this piece. Not 100% sure what it was, we took her down to "Senior" (our oldest friend, Scott Lentz) to have a look at her. Scott did a damn near forensic inspection of her and helped us dial it in. The body, we believe, is that of a '54. She has '56 pots in her and we have reason to believe the guitar was a re-neck by Gibson, having been finished by Gibson in late '69. The serial number font differs from what we have seen when you send a Les Paul back to Gibson for a re-neck. It has a one piece Mahogany neck that does not sport the "Made In The USA" stamp. The tenon runs straight through the body with no gap at all. The neck is damn near as beefy as an early V or Explorer. The black finish was shot straight over the gold (yes, this was a bloody Gold Top!) and it blacklights perfectly - typical Gibson. The lacquer checking is to die for and dates the guitar back to about the late 60's/early 70's. With little regard to their look or collectability, Jim's goals were to turn his guitars into workhorses that he could tour and record with. This is a great players guitars, and a great players guitar only. As far as a mint collectors piece, you will not find it here. Without question, this thing plays and sounds like the workhorse battleaxe it was meant to be and now you can own a piece Pop and Chicago music scene history. Remember, this ride comes as is. The guitar weighs in as 9lbs 3oz and comes with the Black Gibson "Cowboy" Jim originally had for the guitar.In our over 30 years of business, Customer Service has always been of the utmost importance to us. Every call, email and inquiry will be answered. We are happy to offer full descriptions of condition and sound of all of our instruments to the best of our expertise. PLEASE NOTE: All sales are final, as we have a No Return Policy. International Shipping Rates listed are ESTIMATES ONLY! Please contact us for precise shipping outside of the U.S. International Shipping Rates listed are ESTIMATES ONLY!
Description
| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | 1954/56/69 Black Gibson Les Paul Standard Deluxe |
| String Configuration: | 6 String | Body Type: | Solid |
| Dexterity: | Right-Handed | MPN: | 1954/56/69 Black Gibson Les Paul Standard Deluxe |
| Body Color: | Black | Model: | 1954/56/69 Black Gibson Les Paul Standard Deluxe |
| Model Year: | 1954/1956/1969 |
FREE SHIPPING TO THE "LOWER 48"! CHECK OUT OUR SUPERB FEEDBACK FOR YOURSELF!CALL FOR A HANDS ON DESCRIPTION OF ALL OF OUR INSTRUMENTS!Guitars West, Inc.(619) 988-9777This piece being offered was owned by the late Jim Ellison of Material Issue (Chicago, IL). We are honored to be able to list several pieces from his extensive collection.Ref# 00594: When we were given the opportunity at Jim's gear, we were really excited about this piece. Not 100% sure what it was, we took her down to "Senior" (our oldest friend, Scott Lentz) to have a look at her. Scott did a damn near forensic inspection of her and helped us dial it in. The body, we believe, is that of a '54. She has '56 pots in her and we have reason to believe the guitar was a re-neck by Gibson, having been finished by Gibson in late '69. The serial number font differs from what we have seen when you send a Les Paul back to Gibson for a re-neck. It has a one piece Mahogany neck that does not sport the "Made In The USA" stamp. The tenon runs straight through the body with no gap at all. The neck is damn near as beefy as an early V or Explorer. The black finish was shot straight over the gold (yes, this was a bloody Gold Top!) and it blacklights perfectly - typical Gibson. The lacquer checking is to die for and dates the guitar back to about the late 60's/early 70's. With little regard to their look or collectability, Jim's goals were to turn his guitars into workhorses that he could tour and record with. This is a great players guitars, and a great players guitar only. As far as a mint collectors piece, you will not find it here. Without question, this thing plays and sounds like the workhorse battleaxe it was meant to be and now you can own a piece Pop and Chicago music scene history. Remember, this ride comes as is. The guitar weighs in as 9lbs 3oz and comes with the Black Gibson "Cowboy" Jim originally had for the guitar.In our over 30 years of business, Customer Service has always been of the utmost importance to us. Every call, email and inquiry will be answered. We are happy to offer full descriptions of condition and sound of all of our instruments to the best of our expertise. PLEASE NOTE: All sales are final, as we have a No Return Policy. International Shipping Rates listed are ESTIMATES ONLY! Please contact us for precise shipping outside of the U.S. International Shipping Rates listed are ESTIMATES ONLY!