{"product_id":"2006-gibson-custom-shop-tom-murphy-aged-1959-les-paul-standard-59-reissue-r9-dark-burst-historic","title":"2006 Gibson Custom Shop TOM MURPHY AGED 1959 Les Paul Standard 59 Reissue | R9 Dark Burst Historic TOM HOLMES HUMBUCKERS","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1771\/7813\/files\/KC_Vintage_Guitars_Logo_2_240x240.png?v=1711760835\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2006 Gibson Custom Shop TOM MURPHY AGED 1959 Les Paul Standard 59 Reissue R9 Dark Burst Historic!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"123\"\u003eHere is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"10\" data-end=\"85\"\u003estunning older Gibson Custom Shop Tom Murphy-aged 1959 Les Paul Reissue\u003c\/strong\u003e in a beautiful \u003cstrong data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"122\"\u003eDark Burst finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"494\"\u003eTo be clear, this is \u003cstrong data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"180\"\u003ewell before the Murphy Lab era\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning this guitar was \u003cstrong data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"256\"\u003epersonally aged entirely by Tom Murphy by hand\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a far more individual and collectible instrument compared to modern production-aged examples. This one dates to \u003cstrong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"388\"\u003e2006\u003c\/strong\u003e, which many players and collectors consider a particularly strong period for these Murphy-aged Historics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eThis example has also received some excellent period-correct upgrades, most notably a set of \u003cstrong data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"621\"\u003eTom Holmes humbucker pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are among the most respected aftermarket PAF-style pickups ever made. It also features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"730\"\u003ebone nut\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with some upgraded plastics that are more historically accurate than the stock 2006 parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eThe top on this guitar is especially convincing and authentic-looking. While it’s not an over-the-top flame top, it has the kind of \u003cstrong data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"995\"\u003esubtle vintage-style figuring\u003c\/strong\u003e that many collectors actually prefer — with beautiful \u003cstrong data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003emovement, flecks, mineral streaking, and natural-looking flame\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout. Even the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003emahogany neck has attractive figuring on the back\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding to the overall high-end feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eAs expected from this era, the neck profile is on the chunkier side and feels fantastic in hand, measuring approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e0.93” at the 1st fret and 1.04” at the 12th fret\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eThis one plays \u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eeasy and resonant\u003c\/strong\u003e, and with the Tom Holmes pickups installed, it delivers an exceptionally rich and authentic PAF-style tone with excellent clarity, warmth, and sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003eCondition appears to be at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003every good plus\u003c\/strong\u003e. While the guitar has clearly been played some over the years, the majority of the visible wear and aging was intentionally done by Tom Murphy himself as part of the original aging process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eIt comes complete with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eoriginal hardshell case\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003ehandwritten letter from Tom Murphy confirming the guitar is in his records (in place of the COA)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the additional paperwork shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e9.0 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, it has a very solid and substantial feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gz3got\" data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eThe Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ibstq8\" data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2154\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ki0jpr\" data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003eOriginality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgraded Tom Holmes pickups, bone nut, historically accurate plastics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i8oqmi\" data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Burst (Tom Murphy Hand-Aged)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yxrgbi\" data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Personally aged by Tom Murphy pre-Murphy Lab; 2006 production; chunky neck profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"opaezp\" data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2404\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003ePlayability \u0026amp; Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2724\"\u003eThis one has a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003ewonderfully resonant feel and effortless playability\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the kind of broken-in character people chase in aged Historics. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2616\"\u003eTom Holmes humbuckers sound phenomenal\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering a very authentic, open PAF-style voice with excellent warmth, clarity, and harmonic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"2l0mzs\" data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2753\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2753\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"87uveo\" data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2787\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gibson Custom Shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uzg0md\" data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2800\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1959 Les Paul Reissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x9z5cp\" data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2836\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b35ihw\" data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2888\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2857\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Burst (Tom Murphy Aged)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17efvco\" data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2927\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2903\"\u003ePickups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tom Holmes Humbuckers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nsinaz\" data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2945\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003eNut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t3u3qt\" data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"3002\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2963\"\u003eNeck Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.93” (1st Fret) \/ 1.04” (12th Fret)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yag160\" data-start=\"3003\" data-end=\"3026\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3005\" data-end=\"3016\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.0 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1drl6lm\" data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3038\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Hardshell Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"115idk\" data-start=\"3065\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3083\"\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwritten Tom Murphy Letter, Paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uwscs\" data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3182\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3182\"\u003eWhy Buy From Kansas City Vintage Guitars?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3183\" data-end=\"3398\"\u003eWe specialize in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3243\"\u003ehigh-quality vintage and modern guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors and serious players alike. 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