The Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut: A Rock Icon Returns
By Mixdown
Get ready to rock with the iconic Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut, now back in Gibson's core lineup! This stripped-down guitar is a legend, shaping sound across generations and genres since its debut. Available in Australian stores, it's the classic design that made it so beloved.
But here's where it gets interesting: the Les Paul Special Double Cut isn't just a relic. It's a powerful tool for lead players, offering easier access to the entire fretboard. Say goodbye to contortions with a traditional Les Paul and hello to a more comfortable playing experience.
Let's dive into the details:
Body and Neck:
- Mahogany Double-Cutaway: The body is crafted from mahogany, providing a beautiful shape that hangs perfectly on a strap. No more awkward contortions to reach the upper frets!
- SlimTaper Neck Profile: Gibson's SlimTaper profile ensures comfort and playability. It's a shape that's proven its worth over decades of use.
- Rosewood Fretboard: A rosewood fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets offers a smooth playing surface and a classic look with acrylic dot inlays and binding.
Hardware:
- Vintage Deluxe Tuners: Smooth-turning tuners with white buttons provide tuning stability. The mother-of-pearl Gibson logo inlay adds a touch of elegance.
- Graph Tech Nut: Working alongside the tuners, the Graph Tech nut ensures even tuning and smooth string action.
- Bridge and Tailpiece: A simple wraparound bridge/tailpiece with intonation adjustment screws bolts directly into the mahogany body, contributing to the guitar's renowned tone and sustain.
Pickups:
- P-90 Soapbar Pickups: Gibson's acclaimed P-90 pickups deliver a unique voice, sitting between the clarity of a Strat and the thickness of humbuckers. They're famous for their midrange bite and snarl, cutting through recordings with aggression.
- Hand-Wired: Each pickup is hand-wired to individual volume and tone controls, giving you complete control over your sound.
- Orange Drop Capacitors: The tone circuits use high-quality Orange Drop capacitors, essential for achieving that classic P-90 sound.
Finishes:
- Ebony: A classic, sleek finish.
- Vintage Cherry: A timeless, warm tone.
- TV Yellow: A vibrant, iconic color.
The Les Paul Special Double Cut is a testament to Gibson's commitment to innovation and tradition. It's a guitar that never truly left the scene, just took a break. For players seeking a Les Paul with attitude and easy fretboard access, this is the ultimate choice.
For more information, visit Gibson Australia website .
