1958 Gibson Custom Shop '58 Les Paul Standard Custom Shop HISTORIC MAKEOVERS BRAZILIAN ROSEWOOD Deluxe Package Reissue R8

1958 Gibson Custom Shop '58 Les Paul Standard Custom Shop HISTORIC MAKEOVERS BRAZILIAN ROSEWOOD Deluxe Package Reissue R8!

Here is a really nice Gibson 1958 Les Paul Reissue that has been professionally upgraded through the Historic Makeovers Deluxe Package, bringing it significantly closer in look, feel, and construction to an authentic late-’50s Burst.

This is a full Historic Makeovers conversion, and it includes a comprehensive list of refinements: a Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, corrected nitrocellulose lacquer finish, and both top and neck recarve work to bring the geometry closer to a more period-correct 1959-style profile and carve.

The result is a guitar that feels noticeably more “vintage correct” in the hand, with improved resonance and a more authentic overall Burst-style response.

Visually, this example features a beautiful iced tea sunburst finish over a fairly understated, lightly figured top, paired with a faded red back, giving it a very believable and classic late-’50s aesthetic. The aging work is light and tasteful, allowing the guitar to naturally continue developing character over time.

Overall, this is a very convincing and well-executed makeover that sits in a sweet spot for players who want the vintage feel without the full heavy relic treatment.

It plays smooth and easy, with excellent resonance and a very open, lively response. The tonal character is rich and dynamic, with the kind of vintage-inspired bloom and sustain you’d expect from a properly dialed-in Historic Les Paul.

This one represents a strong value in today’s market, especially considering the level of professional work completed. It is a great opportunity to skip the wait times and step directly into a highly refined Burst-style build at a more accessible price point.

It comes complete with the original Gibson hardshell case, all original Gibson paperwork including COA, as well as the Historic Makeovers COA and documentation.

Neck measurements come in at approximately 0.87” at the 1st fret and 0.98” at the 12th fret, and the guitar weighs 9.3 lbs.

The Details

• Condition: Excellent / Makeover Example
• Originality: Historic Makeovers Deluxe Conversion
• Finish: Iced Tea Sunburst (Light Aging)
• Notes: Brazilian rosewood fingerboard; recarved top and neck; nitro refin refinish

Playability & Sound

This one plays exceptionally well with a refined, broken-in feel and improved vintage-style response thanks to the Historic Makeovers work. Tonally it delivers a warm, open PAF-style voice with strong midrange presence, excellent sustain, and a very “alive” acoustic character.

Specifications

• Brand: Gibson Custom Shop
• Model: 1958 Les Paul Reissue (Historic Makeovers Deluxe)
• Finish: Iced Tea Sunburst
• Fingerboard: Brazilian Rosewood
• Neck Depth: 0.87” (1st Fret) / 0.98” (12th Fret)
• Weight: 9.3 lbs
• Case: Original Gibson Hardshell Case
• Accessories: Gibson COA, Historic Makeovers COA, Paperwork

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