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Gibson Les Paul Standard 08 Heritage Cherry Sunburst Chrome Hardware
Gibson Les Paul 2008 Standard (Heritage Cherry Sunburst)
The new Les Paul Standard - released 1st August 2008!
Pioneered and developed with the assistance of legendary jazz-pop guitarist Les Paul, the Gibson Les Paul has become the standard by which all electric guitars are judged.
With fat rich tone and incredible sustain the Les Paul guitar lends itself to every style and generation of music.
From the sweetest jazz to the heaviest rock and metal the Les Paul is a guitar that can do it all. It is one of the most powerful and versatile instruments of all time.
What Gibson say about the 2008 Les Paul Standard
Improving a legend isn’t easy, but it’s happened. Introducing Gibson USA's 2008 Les Paul Standard-an elegant revision of a true classic, with upgrades and new features that make it the best Les Paul Standard ever produced.
Based on consumer feedback and a drive to uphold and enhance the legacy of the Les Paul Standard, Gibson USA’s 2008 model sets a new guitar benchmark for excellence and achievement.
It begins at the neck, which features an enlarged neck tenon for maximum wood contact, and a new asymmetrical neck profile that makes it one of the most comfortable and playable necks ever offered.
Locking Grover tuners with an improved gear ratio of 18:1 are also a first for the Les Paul.
Custom-made, gold-plated potentiometers made by Bourns, give the 2008 Standard a new level of sonic clarity and intensity.
It’s also one of the first Gibson USA models to utilize the revolutionary Plek system-a computer-controlled setup that carefully measures and dresses each fret, accurately measuring the height between the fingerboard and each string, virtually eliminating string buzz and providing unbeatable playability.
A set of Gibson’s Burstbucker Pro humbuckers deliver the powerful punch expected from a Les Paul, faithfully capturing the magic of Gibson’s legendary PAF pickups of the 1950s.
A chambered mahogany body gives the 2008 Standard enhanced resonance, and a plain or flame maple top pays homage to the iconic Les Pauls of the late 1950s.
Other new features include TonePros’ locking Nashville Tune-o-matic and stopbar tailpiece, and each guitar comes with Gibson USA’s standard black snakeskin case. Play the new 2008 Les Paul Standard from Gibson USA and experience the evolution of the greatest electric guitar of all time.
Specifications
Body
- Body Style: Les Paul Standard carved top
- Top Species: AA Maple Maple Top and Mahogany Back (premium finish), Maple Top and Mahogany Back (Solid Finish)
- Binding: Antique Cream
Hardware
- Plating Finish: Chrome
- Tailpiece: Tone Pros Locking Stop Bar
- Bridge: Tone Pros Locking Tune-O-Matic Style
- Tuners: Locking Grover Keystone
Electronics
- Neck Pickup: Burstbucker Pro
- Bridge Pickup: Burstbucker Pro
- Pickup Covers: Yes
- Controls: 2 Volume - 2 Tone - 3-Way Toggle
- Control Knobs: Amber Top Hats
- Control Pocket Cover: Smoky Transparent Arcylic
- Special Features: Quick-Connect Control Pocket Assembly, Locking Neutrik Jack
Neck
- Species: Mahogany
- Profile: Asymmetrical
- Nut: Corian
- Nut Width: Standard Gibson: 1.695" +/- .050"
- Headstock Inlay: Gibson Logo
- Silkscreen: Les Paul Model
- Truss Rod: Gibson Adjustable Truss Rod
- Truss Rod Cover: Bell-shaped cover stamped, "Standard"
Fingerboard
- Fingerboard Species: Rosewood
- Inlays: Figured Acrylic Trapezoid
- Fingerboard Binding: Antique Cream
- Number of Frets: 22
- Scale Length: 24 - 3/4"
- Plek Setup: Yes
Case
- Type: Gibson Hardshell
- Case Interior: White
- Case Exterior: Black
- Silkscreen: Gibson USA Logo
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Mr. Robert Bonam from Leicester | Purchase date: 05 May 2010 id: 2200
I've dreamt about owning a les paul since i started playing in 1987 and now i see why. This guitar is amazing, the finish, action and sound is fantastic. My playing has definately gone up to the next level just by switching guitars, my other guitar is an high end Strat. It just proves that the quality of instrument has a massive impact on your sound and enjoyment of playing. The only down side is you have to part with nearly to grand to achieve this, though i don't begrudge a penny of it.
Mark Hornby from Leigh on sea, Essex. | Purchase date: 18 March 2010 id: 1868
When I bought the 2008 Standard I was having a hard time deciding between the Les Paul Traditional and the 2008 Standard.Having played both at considerable length through many amp set-ups, I finally went for the 2008 Les paul Standard in Heritage Cherry sunburst.I have to say I am delighted with the lighter weight, the slightly brighter sound (due to the Bursbuckers and Bournes potentiometers).The guitar is just like the Les Paul you know, love and grew up covetting!! It has all the sustain you need when you crank it and a gorgeous chimy clean sound with both pickups mixed at volume 3-4, after which she warms up a treat.The new neck carve is also a very nice touch as are the Grover locking machines.Over-all I`m delighted with the 2008 Les Paul Standard, which is a relief because at one stage, I seriously considered buying both!
Reg Pearce from Feltham | Purchase date: 31 January 2009 id: 685
I'm a long term fan of Les Pauls and have two already. The problem is that I gig in a 60's cover band and we are usually on stage for about 2.5 to 3 hours a night. Much as I love my Les Pauls the weight has stopped them from being an all-night guitar for some years now! So what's all this about a new Les Paul Standard with a chambered body then ? I read the magazine reviews and decided to check this out. In the store a good selection was on display and having the Traditional model to compare with also helpful. I was smitten with the look , weight and feel of the ebony 08 Standard. A short session in the try out booth almost made up my mind and the interest -free credit option sealed the deal. The set up on this guitar was good but I've tweaked it a little to suit me. I've done a few gigs with it now and the old Les Paul backache is a thing of the past. This guitar actually weighs the same as my USA Standard Strat ! The sound is clear and very versatile for twin humbucker guitar and the new neck shape is fab. So there we are a Les Paul for the whole Gig !! Do try this guitar out but make sure there's room in doors for one more guitar before you leave home !
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