The Gibson 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Kindred Burst Ultra Heavy Aged at a glance:
The Gibson 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Kindred Burst Ultra Heavy Aged is a meticulously crafted tribute to one of the most legendary electric guitars ever made. Built by the Gibson Custom Shop and expertly aged by the specialists at the Murphy Lab, this reissue offers an authentic vintage experience—down to the smallest detail in tonewoods, electronics, and finish aging. From its historically accurate construction to the distinctive relic aesthetic, this instrument is a dream for players and collectors seeking the true spirit of a classic '59 Les Paul.
The Gibson 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Kindred Burst Ultra Heavy Aged with authentic ultra-light aging treatment from the Gibson Murphy Lab.
Flamed Maple Top and Mahogany Neck with Long Tenon Construction
At the heart of the Kindred Burst Reissue is its period-correct build, made with the same tonewoods used in the late 1950s. The body features a solid mahogany back topped with a two-piece flamed maple top, showcasing a striking grain beneath the Kindred Burst finish. This classic wood pairing delivers the warm resonance and vibrant clarity Les Pauls are known for. The mahogany neck is set deep into the body with a long neck tenon, extending right up to the neck pickup cavity. This construction enhances sustain and tonal transfer, staying true to the original ‘50s design that made the Les Paul a tone icon. The neck’s rounded ‘50s profile offers a comfortable, substantial feel that modern players still love today.
Gibson Custom Bucker with paper-in-oil caps
To capture the essence of vintage PAF tone, this model is equipped with a pair of Gibson Custom Bucker humbuckers, hand-wound and loaded with Alnico III magnets. These pickups offer a warm, articulate, and vocal character, with non-waxed coils that preserve high-end clarity and natural harmonic response. The hand-wired electronics use period-correct components, including CTS potentiometers for volume and tone, along with paper-in-oil capacitors, mirroring the golden era of Gibson tone. This setup ensures dynamic response, rich overtones, and classic Les Paul character in every note.
Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged Treatment
No detail is overlooked in the Murphy Lab Ultra Heavy Aged Treatment, Gibson’s most intensive aging process. Developed by aging pioneer Tom Murphy, this treatment replicates the heavy wear patterns of a guitar that’s lived a life on the road – complete with checking, fading, and hardware patina that mirror decades of use. The nitrocellulose lacquer is specially formulated to age naturally over time, allowing the guitar to continue developing its unique character. The finish features deep weather checking, worn edges, and dings that tell a story, offering an aesthetic and tactile experience that feels as real as it looks.
Features:
Manufacturer:
Gibson
Series:
Murphy Lab Collection
Design:
Les Paul
Body:
Mahogany
Top:
Maple
Binding:
1-Ply Royalite
Neck:
Mahogany
Neck Construction:
Set-in
Neck Profile:
Authentic '59 Medium 'C'-Shape
Scale in mm:
629
Fretboard:
Rosewood
Fretboard Type:
Fretted
Fretboard Radius in Inches:
12
Number of Frets:
22
Fretboard Inlays:
Trapeze
Nut type:
Nylon
Nut width in mm:
42.85
Pickup:
HH
Manufacturer pickups:
Gibson
Neck Pickup:
Custom Bucker, Alnico III
Middle Pickup:
No
Bridge Pickup:
Custom Bucker, Alnico III
Piezo Pickup:
No
Active pickups:
No
Coil-splitting:
No
Electronic:
Handwired, Paper-in-Oil Caps
Switch:
3-Way
Control:
2x Vol, 2x Tone
Bridge:
Gibson ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece:
Aluminium Stopbar
Tuners:
Kluson Single Line/Single Ring
Strap Button:
Standard
Hardware:
Nickel
Factory Tuning:
Standard E
Country of Origin:
USA
Finish:
Murphy Lab Ultra Heavy Aged
Colour:
Kindred Burst
Number of Strings:
6
Case included:
Yes
Gigbag included:
No
Certificate:
Yes
Gibson Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Kindred Burst Ultra Heavy Aged #941312