Gibson Custom 1956 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue VOS #64586

Full Description

Vintage-Accurate Goldtop Design

The Gibson Custom 1956 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue brings the past to life with its meticulous attention to vintage detail. The gold finish, applied using period-correct techniques, delivers the same lustrous sheen that made the original a legend. A one-piece lightweight mahogany body ensures rich resonance, while the two-piece maple top enhances clarity and sustain. Every aspect, from the cream Royalite binding to the historically accurate brown Royalite control covers, has been crafted to capture the authentic 1956 aesthetic.

Custom P-90 Pickups For Dynamic Tones

Equipped with a pair of Custom P-90 Soapbar pickups, this reissue offers the unmistakable tone that defined the golden era of rock and blues. These pickups deliver a powerful midrange growl, crisp highs, and a rich, warm low end that responds beautifully to playing dynamics. Clean or overdriven, the P-90s provide a raw, articulate character with enough versatility to handle smooth jazz, aggressive rock, and everything in between. With vintage-correct wiring and CTS 500K audio taper potentiometers, the electronics are designed to replicate the dynamic response of an original 1956 Les Paul.

Superior Sustain And Resonance

Built with a long tenon neck joint and hide glue construction, this Les Paul Goldtop Reissue delivers unparalleled resonance and sustain. The solid mahogany neck is set deep into the body, allowing vibrations to transfer seamlessly between the neck and body for a more responsive playing experience. Paired with a no-wire ABR-1 bridge and a lightweight aluminum stop bar, this design enhances string vibration for a fuller, more harmonically rich sound. Every note rings with clarity, making this guitar an ideal choice for lead work, articulate chord voicings, and expressive playing.

Comfortable 50s Rounded Medium C Neck

The 50s Rounded Medium C neck profile provides a substantial yet comfortable feel, perfect for both rhythm and lead playing. Carved from solid mahogany, it offers a vintage-style grip that enhances sustain and stability. The 12-inch radius Indian rosewood fretboard ensures smooth playability, while the historic narrow/tall frets provide precise intonation and effortless bends. This neck design stays true to the original 1956 specifications, giving players an authentic vintage playing experience with modern reliability.

Historic Craftsmanship With Premium Materials

Every detail of this reissue reflects Gibson Custom Shop’s dedication to authenticity. From the aged cellulose nitrate trapezoid inlays to the nylon nut and Kluson single-line tuners, each component has been carefully chosen to replicate the original 1956 model. The nitrocellulose VOS finish not only enhances the guitar’s visual appeal but also allows the wood to breathe, improving tonal depth over time. Complete with a brown/pink Lifton reissue case and a Certificate of Authenticity, this Les Paul Goldtop Reissue is a true collector’s piece, built to capture the magic of a golden era in guitar craftsmanship.

Specifications

• Product Name: Gibson Custom 1956 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue VOS
• Product Code: LPR56VODGNH1 #64586

Body

• Body Style: Les Paul
• Body Shape: Les Paul
• Body Material: One-piece lightweight mahogany
• Top: Two-piece plain maple, hide glue fit
• Back: One-piece lightweight mahogany
• Binding: One-ply cream Royalite (top and fretboard)
• Finish: Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)
• Weight Relief: None

Neck & Fretboard

• Neck Material: Solid mahogany
• Neck Profile: 50s Rounded Medium C
• Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
• Fingerboard Material: Indian rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
• Frets: 22, Historic Gibson narrow/tall
• Nut Material: Nylon
• Nut Width: 42.85 mm / 1.687 in
• End of Board Width: 56.89 mm / 2.239 in
• Inlays: Aged cellulose nitrate trapezoid
• Joint: Long tenon, hide glue fit

Hardware & Electronics

• Bridge: No-wire ABR-1
• Saddle Material: Nickel-plated brass
• Tailpiece: Lightweight aluminum stop bar
• Tuning Machines: Kluson single line, single ring
• Pickguard: Laminated cellulose acetate butyrate
• Truss Rod: Authentic 1950s no-tube
• Truss Rod Cover: Authentic stepped 2-ply
• Control Knobs: Butyrate gold top hats
• Switch Tip: Amber Catalin
• Switch Washer: Silkscreened cellulose acetate butyrate
• Jack Plate Cover: Laminated cellulose acetate butyrate
• Control Covers: Brown Royalite
• Strap Buttons: Aluminum
• Pickup Covers: Cream Soapbar
• Neck Pickup: Custom P-90 Soapbar
• Bridge Pickup: Custom P-90 Soapbar
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone (CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors)
• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
• Output Jack: Switchcraft

Miscellaneous

• Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
• Case: Brown/Pink Lifton Reissue 5-Latch
• Accessories: Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion, Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags