What is the difference between a high-end production guitar and a Custom Shop model?

High-end production guitars (such as PRS Core Custom 24 or Gibson USA Standard) utilize advanced CNC precision combined with hand-finishing in standard production runs. Custom Shop models feature lower batch volumes, hand-selected tonewoods, custom hand-wound pickups, period-accurate construction, and master luthier voicing.

Why should I avoid drop-shipped high-end electric guitars?

Drop-shipped guitars are dispatched directly from logistics warehouses without unboxing or inspection. Without a bench inspection and 5-point setup by an in-house guitar technician, you risk receiving an unplayable instrument affected by climate shifts during storage and transit.

What does MusicStreet's 5-point setup include?

Every instrument sold through MusicStreet undergoes a comprehensive 5-point bench inspection: truss rod and neck relief calibration, nut slot depth check, bridge radius and intonation alignment, pickup height and electronic circuit testing, and fretboard conditioning.

Can I try boutique and custom shop guitars in person at MusicStreet?

Yes. MusicStreet operates a showroom at 10 Chequers Court, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, where players can test premium PRS, Fender, and Gibson models through high-end amplifiers in a dedicated testing environment.

Gibson Les Paul Guitars

Experience the authoritative sustain, warm low-end power, and carved-top elegance of the Gibson Les Paul at Music Street. Handcrafted in Nashville, Tennessee, the Les Paul remains the gold standard for rock, blues, and heavy music worldwide. As an authorized UK Gibson dealer, our Huntingdon showroom stocks the most desirable Les Paul models—including the Les Paul Standard '50s and '60s, Les Paul Classic, Studio, and Gibson Custom Shop Reissues.

Every Gibson Les Paul purchased from Music Street receives a meticulous multi-point inspection and workshop setup from our certified technicians—dialing in truss rod relief, low buzz-free action, and precise bridge intonation. Explore our current lineup with free tracked UK courier delivery on orders over £99, 0% finance, and competitive trade-in valuations.

Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Electric Guitar - Gold Top

£2,199.00

USED - 2021 Gibson Les Paul Special Tribute P90 - Worn White Satin

£949.00

USED - Gibson Les Paul Modern 2021 Pelham Blue

£2,199.00

Gibson Les Paul Standard 60's Figured Top Unburst s#235320285

£2,799.00

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50's Figured Top Electric Guitar - Heritage Cherry Sunburst s#216720260

£2,499.00

USED Gibson Les Paul 1956 GoldTop Reissue (2001) - VOS, Electric Guitar, P-90 Pickups, Original Case

£3,999.00

USED - Gibson Les Paul Standard 60's Unburst '22

£1,799.00

USED - 2021 Gibson Custom Shop 60th Anniversary 60's Les Paul V2 VOS Orange Lemon Fade

£4,999.00

USED - Gibson USA Slash Les Paul Standard - November burst

£2,299.00

Gibson Les Paul Junior Electric Guitar - Ebony

£1,299.00

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50's Faded Vintage Honey burst

£2,099.00

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50's Heritage Cherry Sunburst s#229920264

£2,199.00

Gibson Les Paul Standard 60's Iced Tea s#230420236

£2,399.00

Gibson Les Paul Standard 60's Unburst s#234720369

£2,399.00

USED - Gibson Les Paul Standard - Blueberry Burst - 2017

£2,200.00

USED - Gibson Les Paul Junior Tribute Double cut - 2019

£699.00

USED - Gibson Les Paul Studio Ebony 2019

£999.00

USED - Gibson Les Paul 2019 Standard 60's - Unburst

£1,799.00

USED - Gibson Les Paul Traditional 2012 Cherry Burst

£1,699.00

USED - Gibson Les Paul Traditional Heritage Cherry Burst 2016

£1,699.00

USED - 2022 Gibson Les Paul 70's Deluxe Gold Top

£1,799.00

USED - Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Gloss Black

£3,899.00

USED - Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Gloss Black

£3,899.00

USED - Gibson Les Paul 2022 Standard 50's Heritage cherry sunburst

£1,899.00

Solid Mahogany Bodies, Carved Maple Caps, BurstBucker Pickups & Hand-Wired CTS Pots

The King of Solidbody Electric Guitars

Handcrafted in Nashville, Tennessee, the Gibson Les Paul is the benchmark for sustain, power, and harmonic richness. Featuring non-weight-relieved solid mahogany bodies, carved figured maple tops, nitrocellulose lacquer finishes, BurstBucker and 60s Burstbucker pickups, and hand-wired harness assemblies with Orange Drop capacitors. Every Gibson Les Paul receives a full luthier bench setup at MusicStreet.

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Gibson Les Paul Buyer’s Guide: Standard '50s vs. '60s vs. Classic

Choosing a Gibson Les Paul comes down to neck profile feel, pickup output, and weight-relief specifications. Here is how Gibson’s core USA models compare:

1. Les Paul Standard '50s vs. '60s

Standard '50s: Solid non-weight-relieved mahogany body with maple top, rounded chunky '50s neck profile, and calibrated BurstBucker 1 & 2 pickups with Orange Drop capacitors for fat vintage PAF warmth.
Standard '60s: SlimTaper neck profile for faster fretboard traversal, Grover Rotomatic tuners, and BurstBucker 61R & 61T pickups delivering brighter, modern PAF bite.

2. Les Paul Classic vs. Studio

Les Paul Classic: 9-hole traditional weight relief, SlimTaper neck, Zebra 60s BurstBucker pickups, and 4 push-pull pots (coil-tap, phase switching, and pure bypass).
Les Paul Studio: Ultra-modern weight relief, satin/gloss nitro finish without body binding, 490R/498T high-output humbuckers—delivering genuine Gibson tone in a streamlined package.

3. Handcrafted Nashville Construction

Set-neck construction with deep-set long tenon joints for maximum vibration transfer and harmonic sustain.
Hand-sprayed nitrocellulose lacquer finishes that allow the tonewoods to breathe and age gracefully.
Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridges and stopbar tailpieces.

The Music Street Gibson Setup Promise

Gibson guitars feature a 12" radius and 24.75" scale that plays effortlessly when dialed in. Before boxing:

Truss rod adjusted for optimal neck relief
Nut slots precision-cut for low first-fret action without buzzing
Stopbar tailpiece and Tune-O-Matic saddle radius intonated
Fretboard conditioned with lemon oil and frets polished
Pickup heights balanced for equal volume across switch positions

Frequently Asked Questions About Gibson Les Paul Guitars

What is the difference between a Les Paul Standard 50s and 60s? +

The primary differences are the neck profile and pickup voicing. The '50s Standard has a thicker, vintage rounded neck with BurstBucker 1 & 2 pickups (warm, vocal PAF tone), while the '60s Standard has a SlimTaper neck with BurstBucker 61R & 61T pickups (brighter, more aggressive top-end).

Do Gibson Les Paul guitars come with a hard case? +

Yes. All Gibson USA Les Paul Standard, Classic, and Custom Shop models include an authentic Gibson USA hardshell case, owner's manual, and factory inspection certificate.

Do you check and set up Gibson guitars before dispatch? +

Yes. Every single Gibson Les Paul is unboxed, inspected, tuned, and set up by our guitar technicians in our Huntingdon workshop before dispatch to guarantee optimal playability.

Can I spread the cost of a Gibson Les Paul with 0% finance? +

Yes. Music Street offers flexible interest-free finance options at checkout, allowing you to split your purchase into manageable monthly payments.

Gibson Les Paul Guitars

Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Electric Guitar - Gold Top

USED - 2021 Gibson Les Paul Special Tribute P90 - Worn White Satin

USED - Gibson Les Paul Modern 2021 Pelham Blue

Gibson Les Paul Standard 60's Figured Top Unburst s#235320285

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50's Figured Top Electric Guitar - Heritage Cherry Sunburst s#216720260

USED Gibson Les Paul 1956 GoldTop Reissue (2001) - VOS, Electric Guitar, P-90 Pickups, Original Case

USED - Gibson Les Paul Standard 60's Unburst '22

USED - 2021 Gibson Custom Shop 60th Anniversary 60's Les Paul V2 VOS Orange Lemon Fade

USED - Gibson USA Slash Les Paul Standard - November burst

Gibson Les Paul Junior Electric Guitar - Ebony

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50's Faded Vintage Honey burst

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50's Heritage Cherry Sunburst s#229920264

Gibson Les Paul Standard 60's Iced Tea s#230420236

Gibson Les Paul Standard 60's Unburst s#234720369

USED - Gibson Les Paul Standard - Blueberry Burst - 2017

USED - Gibson Les Paul Junior Tribute Double cut - 2019

USED - Gibson Les Paul Studio Ebony 2019

USED - Gibson Les Paul 2019 Standard 60's - Unburst

USED - Gibson Les Paul Traditional 2012 Cherry Burst

USED - Gibson Les Paul Traditional Heritage Cherry Burst 2016

USED - 2022 Gibson Les Paul 70's Deluxe Gold Top

USED - Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Gloss Black

USED - Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Gloss Black

USED - Gibson Les Paul 2022 Standard 50's Heritage cherry sunburst

Solid Mahogany Bodies, Carved Maple Caps, BurstBucker Pickups & Hand-Wired CTS Pots

The King of Solidbody Electric Guitars

Gibson Les Paul Buyer’s Guide: Standard '50s vs. '60s vs. Classic

1. Les Paul Standard '50s vs. '60s

2. Les Paul Classic vs. Studio

3. Handcrafted Nashville Construction

The Music Street Gibson Setup Promise

Frequently Asked Questions About Gibson Les Paul Guitars

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Gibson Les Paul Guitars

Explore Gibson Les Paul Guitars at MusicStreet

Solid Mahogany Bodies, Carved Maple Caps, BurstBucker Pickups & Hand-Wired CTS Pots

The King of Solidbody Electric Guitars

Gibson Les Paul Buyer’s Guide: Standard '50s vs. '60s vs. Classic

1. Les Paul Standard '50s vs. '60s

2. Les Paul Classic vs. Studio

3. Handcrafted Nashville Construction

The Music Street Gibson Setup Promise

Frequently Asked Questions About Gibson Les Paul Guitars