2019 Gibson Custom Shop '58 Les Paul Standard KILLER QUILT Historic Reissue 1958 R8 Zebras

2019 Gibson Custom Shop '58 Les Paul Standard KILLER QUILT Historic Reissue 1958 R8 Zebras!

Here is an absolutely gorgeous and relatively rare 2019 Gibson Custom Shop 1958 Les Paul Reissue (R8) in a beautiful Lemon Burst VOS finish.

This is a standout example thanks to its highly figured quilt-style maple top, which is something you don’t typically see on an R8. In today’s market, finding a heavily figured ’58 reissue like this has become increasingly difficult, making this a very appealing piece for discerning Burst-style collectors.

This one has a clean, unfaded presentation and retains a very authentic vintage-inspired look. It is fitted with factory zebra Custombucker pickups, and notably, the pickguard was never installed, though it is included with the guitar as part of the complete package.

During this period, the R8 models were also spec’d with smaller vintage-style frets, closer to original late-’50s specifications, which adds to the overall vintage feel and playing experience.

Condition is very clean and minty overall, showing only minimal signs of careful handling. It presents extremely well and sits comfortably in the upper end of collector-grade modern Historics.

The neck has a fairly chunky late-’50s profile, and the guitar feels solid and balanced in hand. At 8 lbs. 2 oz., it’s a comfortable weight with excellent resonance.

It comes complete with all original accessories, including the Lifton-style brown hardshell case, COA, and full case candy and paperwork as shown.

The Details

• Condition: Near Mint
• Originality: All original (pickguard included, not installed)
• Finish: Lemon Burst VOS
• Notes: 1958 Reissue (R8); rare quilt-figured top; factory zebra Custombuckers; small vintage-style frets

Playability & Sound

This one plays smooth and substantial with a very classic late-’50s feel, thanks to the chunky neck profile and vintage-style fret spec. Tonally it delivers a rich, open PAF-style voice with strong midrange presence, sustain, and excellent clarity under both clean and driven tones.

Specifications

• Brand: Gibson Custom Shop
• Model: 1958 Les Paul Reissue (R8)
• Year: 2019
• Finish: Lemon Burst VOS
• Top: Highly Figured Quilt Maple
• Pickups: Factory Zebra Custombuckers
• Neck Depth: 0.91” (1st Fret) / 1.02” (12th Fret)
• Weight: 8 lbs. 2 oz.
• Case: Original Lifton-Style Hardshell Case
• Accessories: COA, Case Candy, Paperwork, Pickguard (Included)

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