Gibson’s Les Paul Custom has been a cornerstone of electric guitar history since 1954, offering a high-end, elegantly appointed version of the Les Paul Standard. By the early 1980s, Gibson was refining its designs with unique hardware, and this 1983 Les Paul Custom in Tobacco Burst is a prime example of that era’s craftsmanship. This model features a factory Kahler-made Gibson tremolo system with a locking nut, giving it a distinct edge for players looking for expressive vibrato and deep divebombs. Finished in a stunning Tobacco Burst, this guitar has the classic Les Paul Custom aesthetic with its multi-ply binding, ebony fretboard, and gold hardware.
Tonally, this Les Paul is all about thick, rich sustain, punchy mids, and crisp articulation, thanks to its original Tim Shaw humbuckers—some of the most sought-after Gibson pickups for their PAF-style warmth and balance. Whether you're after fat bluesy cleans, tight crunch, or searing lead tones, this Custom delivers effortlessly. The factory-installed Kahler tremolo system and locking nut work flawlessly, allowing for deep pitch dives and expressive vibrato without sacrificing tuning stability. This makes it the perfect guitar for a player looking for the rich tone and classic look of a Les Paul Custom, with the ability to deep dive into Van Halen licks.
This 1983 Les Paul Custom has natural ageing that adds to its vintage charm, including tarnishing on the gold hardware, there is light pick wear on the top, the odd small ding, and light buckle rash on the back. The neck remains clean and smooth, making it a joy to play. The knobs have been replaced, but everything else remains original. The ebony fretboard feels fantastic, and the frets have plenty of life left. A true 1980s Gibson gem, this Custom is both a killer player’s guitar and a vintage piece with serious mojo.
A stunning, vintage Les Paul Custom with classic tone, effortless playability, and a killer factory tremolo system—ready for everything from blues to hard rock and beyond!
Comes in non-original, period correct Gibson 'chainsaw' HSC.
Features:
Action at 1st fret: 0.25mm
Action at 12th fret: 1.5mm
Neck depth at 1st fret: 20.32mm
Neck depth at 12th fret: 24.96mm
Nut Width: 43.2mm
12 fret width: 52.36mm
Weight: 5kg / 11.02lb
Body: Mahogany with maple top
Neck: Mahogany, set neck construction
Fretboard: Ebony, 22 frets
Finish: Tobacco Burst
Pickups: Original Tim Shaw humbuckers
Bridge/Tailpiece: Factory Kahler-made Gibson tremolo system with locking nut
Tuners: Flip-out Schaller “Gibson” branded tuners
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-way toggle switch
Knobs: Replacements installed
Binding: Multi-ply top and back, bound neck and headstock
Hardware: Gold
Condition: Excellent, with vintage character
