Gibson Murphy Lab '57 Goldtop Ultra Light Aging (USED)
LP-Style · Used
A true player’s instrument and statement piece, designed for those who appreciate the soul of a vintage Gibson with the reliability of a modern build.
The Gibson Custom Shop exists to honor the golden era of guitar-making, delivering uncompromising craftsmanship, period-correct accuracy, and legendary tone. Few guitars embody that mission better than the 1957 Les Paul Goldtop—a model that has been the trusted tool of countless guitar heroes for generations.With its elegant gold finish, solid mahogany/maple construction, and powerhouse PAF-style humbuckers, the ’57 Goldtop represents everything a Les Paul should be. This faithful Custom Shop Reissue captures every detail of the original, from the woods and neck carve to the electronics and hardware, delivering the unmistakable feel and sound of a true vintage Gibson.
Finished in Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aging, this Goldtop has the character, vibe, and broken-in feel of a well-loved original—subtle lacquer checking, lightly aged hardware, and a resonance that only comes from expert craftsmanship.
| Body | 1-Piece Lightweight Mahogany |
| Top | 2-Piece Plain Maple (Hide Glue Fit) |
| Finish | Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
| Color | Goldtop |
| Pickups | Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted) |
| Controls | 2 Volume / 2 Tone / CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers / Paper-in-Oil Capacitors |
| Bridge | No-Wire ABR-1 |
| Tailpiece | Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar |
| Tuners | Kluson Single Line - Single Ring |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Carve | 50s Rounded Medium C |
| Fingerboard | Indian Rosewood |
| Radius | 12" |
| Inlays | Aged Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid |
| Frets | Historic Gibson Narrow/Tall |
| Nut | Nylon 1.687" Nylon |
| Scale Length | 24 3/4" |
| Frets | Historic Gibson Narrow/Tall |
| Condition | No wear beyond the factory relic / no fret wear |
| Serial # | 741826 |
| Weight | 8lbs 7oz |
| Case | Brown/Pink Lifton Reissue (Aged) |
Every instrument is thoroughly checked and set up before shipping fully insured via UPS with tracking to your door. We reuse boxes and materials to cut waste when they meet our protection standard.
Inspect it, play it, and if it isn't right, contact us within 48 hours of delivery to arrange a return or one-time exchange. Returns are subject to a 5% restocking fee, and the buyer covers shipping both ways.
High Standards
We accept only preowned guitars that meet our rigorous standards for authenticity, condition, and performance, each one carefully vetted to ensure it upholds the level of quality our customers expect.
Accurate Representation
Every instrument is meticulously photographed and accurately described, so you can buy with confidence knowing exactly what to expect.
Inspection & Setup
Each instrument is thoroughly inspected by our staff for authenticity and condition, with any necessary work and a full setup completed before it’s listed for sale.
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