NGD: 1973 Gibson Les Paul Custom

[DrewJD82]

Goldtop FTW



That custom does look epic though

Goldtop Custom FTW.

 

[SillyOctpuss]

Goldtop Custom FTW.

I can't do gold hardware on a gold guitar, the two different shades look kinda weird IMO

 

[TubeStack]

I can't do gold hardware on a gold guitar, the two different shades look kinda weird IMO

I can't do new, shiny gold hardware on anything. Love the worn-in stuff, though.

 

[SillyOctpuss]

I can't do new, shiny gold hardware on anything. Love the worn-in stuff, though.

You sir are a man of distinction and good taste.

 

[DrewJD82]

I can't do new, shiny gold hardware on anything. Love the worn-in stuff, though.

Perfect! You buy the new Goldtop LPC, I’ll play the shit out of it until it’s worn enough then it’s all yours!

 

[la szum]

Les Paul Custom, Les Paul Standard, P90 loaded early to mid 50's style Les Paul, Les Paul
with a Floyd, Les Paul fried, Les Paul baked, Les Paul blended into a Puree and poured on
everything.

 

[la szum]

Goldtop Custom FTW.

I wonder if that comes in a Chibson??

Sexy as hell!

 

[la szum]

I may have something coming that is in the shape of a Les Paul, but in no way can
it compete with how epic your Custom is, @TubeStack .

 

[SillyOctpuss]

I wonder if that comes in a Chibson??

Sexy as hell!

Chibson marketing =

 

[TubeStack]

Ok, I FINALLY get to gig this guitar tomorrow. Really looking forward to it!

 

[la szum]

Sweet! Have a great show, TS!

 

[TubeStack]

Sweet! Have a great show, TS!

Thanks, @la szum! Loading up and printing setlists, etc now. It's a private birthday party at a brewery, should be fun (even though I'm gluten free/celiac and can't have beer... ).

 

[TubeStack]

Les Paul Custom > Helix Floor > Mesa Electra Dyne > Recto 2x12...

 

[la szum]

Private parties are the best!

 

[JiveTurkey]

Private parties are the best!

 

[FuzzyAce]

Ok, I FINALLY get to gig this guitar tomorrow. Really looking forward to it!

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My goodness. If I ever get a LP I'd want one just like this.

 

[gy1900s]

I have 74 LP custom.
I don't play it though because of the weight. I have low back issues.

Thing plays really fast and has a great tone to it.

 

[maguchi]

So, I walked into a cool local shop a few days ago, Folkway Music, killing some time while my daughter had an appointment nearby. This '73 Custom caught my eye immediately, and I knew as soon as I picked it up it was an exceptional Les Paul, wow. Just played so nice and immediately felt and sounded so good. I could not get it out of my head and went back and bought it today!

I am in LOOOOVE. It is a rock and roll machine, good lord. These old T-top pickups are crazy good. Neck pickup is so clear and crisp and the bridge is pure rock'n'roll, just nuts. Has had a refret, nut change, and bridge swap (ABR to Nashville) over the years. Also a good amount of buckle rash and some decent dings, but overall it's in great shape and just oozes pure rock mojo.

It is crazily resonant and responsive and one of best Les Paul I've ever played, bar none. Phat and beefy at 9+ lbs, just shy of 10, but not uncomfortably heavy at all. Sits and hangs really nicely and pretty light as far as Norlin Customs go, so I hear. Just a super inspiring rock and roll machine and again, I am blown away at these T-tops, love them. Neck carve is on the less-chunky side around the lower frets, then thickens nicely as you get up higher. Kind of like an LP/SG hybrid neck, super playable and pretty fast feeling. I can't wait to get it out to band practice this week!

Here are the pics from Folkway's Insta page:

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Wow! Looks amazing. I love Customs. They're one of the best rock and roll machines ever made.

 

[la szum]

I have 74 LP custom.
I don't play it though because of the weight. I have low back issues.

Thing plays really fast and has a great tone to it.

PM'd you my address. I'm a nice guy and would like to
relive you of that weighty burden.

 

[gy1900s]

PM'd you my address. I'm a nice guy and would like to
relive you of that weighty burden.

It was my Dad's. I would have sold it years ago if it didn't have sentimental value.

I record with it once in a while, and I've done open mic stuff with it, but anything more than 20 minutes standing with it messes with my low back, and I'm trying to avoid surgery.


At this point I gig strats, and I use the stretchy guitar straps.Even then, it's ice and Bayer after the gig.