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5-year warranty & 30-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
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We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
Key Features
The Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Darkback Reissue VOS is a true masterpiece that pays homage to the beloved original model. What sets this guitar apart are the pickups - custom-made Alnico III humbuckers that deliver a range of tones from smooth and creamy to biting and aggressive. These pickups were designed to replicate the vintage PAFs of the original model, ensuring that you get that classic Les Paul sound.
Crafted using the finest materials and techniques available today, the Gibson 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Darkback Reissue VOS boasts exceptional playability and precision. Its neck is made of solid mahogany and features a '50s rounded medium C shape with a long tenon and hide glue fit for maximum stability. The guitar also features accurate hardware and electronics including CTS 500K audio taper potentiometers, paper-in-oil capacitors, and Kluson single line, single ring tuning machines. All these elements come together to create an instrument that's both beautiful and remarkable to play, providing the ultimate Les Paul experience.
Product Ref: 250191
Custom-made Alnico III humbucking pickups are the defining feature of the Gibson Custom Les Paul. Designed to replicate the sound of the original PAFs, they produce versatile and dynamic tones ranging from mellow and warm to powerful and demanding. This makes this remake suitable for playing a wide variety of music genres, from blues and rock to jazz and funk.
The pickups are controlled by CTS 500K audio taper potentiometers and paper-in-oil capacitors - integral components that shape the sonic of a guitar. These electronics work together to adjust the electrical signals produced by the pickups, allowing you to fine-tune your tone to your preferences. The CTS 500Ks offer a seamless and even transition between settings, while the paper-in-oil capacitors provide warm and natural harmonics by filtering out unwanted frequencies. The combination of these components produces a full-bodied and dynamic sound that is highly sought after by guitar players.
Exception playability defines the 1957 Les Paul, making it a joy to play for extended periods. Its neck, made of solid mahogany and shaped in a '50s rounded medium C shape, feels natural and comfortable in the hand. And with its long tenon and hide glue fit, you are provided with maximum stability, ensuring a consistent performance and tuning.
This modern model's fingerboard is crafted from Indian rosewood, features a 12" radius, and is adorned with twenty-two historic narrow/tall frets and aged cellulose nitrate trapezoid inlays. This combination provides exceptional playability, with clear and true notes ringing out beautifully. The fingerboard itself is smooth and easy to navigate, allowing you to gracefully glide from fret to fret with ease. Discover an effortless experience that will inspire you to push your musical boundaries.
The high-quality hardware enhances both the Gibson's playability and sound. The Kluson single line, single ring tuning machines are both reliable and accurate, while also adding to the guitar's vintage aesthetic. They keep this Les Paul perfectly in tune, which is vital for any musician, particularly during live performances or recording sessions. What's more, the ABR-1 bridge, and lightweight stop bar tailpiece provide excellent sustain and resonance, further enhancing the overall tonal quality. With high-calibre components that are reliable, functional, and visually appealing, this Custom Les Paul offers an exceptional playing and ownership experience.
The Les Paul is one of the most iconic electric guitars in history. It was created by musician and inventor Les Paul in the early 1950s and has been used by countless musicians since then. Its design features a solid body, which was a departure from traditional hollow-body guitars of the time. This solid construction resulted in a guitar that was much more durable, less prone to feedback, and had a brighter tone.
The Les Paul's versatility and tonal range have made it a favourite among musicians in many genres, from rock and blues to jazz and country. Its sustain and warm, full-bodied sound have also contributed to its popularity. In addition to its voicing, it also boasts a distinctive look, with its signature single-cutaway shape, has become an iconic symbol of rock music. With so many iconic musicians having played the Les Paul over the years, it's no wonder that it has become a cultural icon.
