Gibson Custom Shop Light Aged 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case - Ebony
Free Setup Included
In addition to the benefits of the Performance Warranty, we offer one complimentary setup with the purchase of a new or used guitar, to be redeemed at any Long & McQuade location within the initial free-warranty period (1-year on new, 90-days on used).
This Includes:
- Restring (Strings not included).
- Tighten and lubricate all hardware.
- Clean and test electronics.
- Replace battery if needed (Battery not included).
- Adjust or rehang loose wiring.
- Clean and condition the fingerboard.
- Fret polish to remove minor scratches, pits and corrosion.
- Cleaning of the entire instrument.
- Adjust truss-rod to correct neck relief.
- Adjust saddle radius to match fingerboard.
- Adjust action at bridge.
- File nut slots for proper string movement.
- Adjust intonation.
- Adjust tremolo bridge setting to player's preference.
- Add/remove trem-springs as needed (Parts not included).
- Adjust pickup balance.
- Full inspection and play test.
Long & McQuade Performance Assurance
Buying a new instrument is an exciting event and we want to ensure that every instrument we sell comes exactly how the manufacturer intended it to be. That is why Long & McQuade performs a quality control check for every stringed, brass, and woodwind instrument over $99 ordered online at Long-McQuade.com.
Our team of experienced staff will unbox your instrument and perform a detailed inspection to ensure it leaves our warehouse looking and playing great with our QC card signed and dated for your peace of mind.
We work hard to source the best instruments from around the world from the finest brands. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your new instrument purchase from day one onwards.
Stringed Instrument Performance Assurance Checklist
Unlike our free set-up, which is included within the first year of purchase, this process is done to have the instrument set to the factory specs rather than to each player's feel or preferences.
We look after the following:
- Inspect finish and hardware.
- Check electronics to make sure everything is in working order. Check batteries on active pickups.
- Inspect strings.
- Inspect frets and fretboard.
- Check truss rod. Adjust for bow and relief.
- Tune instrument to manufacturer's specified tuning.
- Check/set action height.
- Stretch strings and re-tune instrument and ensure machine heads are working well.
- Check for fret buzz by playing every note.
- Check/set intonation.
- Check/set pickup height.
- Cleaning and professional repacking.
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Description
The 1968 Les Paul™ Custom Reissue, Light Aged, Ebony Top, Gold Back, brings one of the most celebrated instruments from Gibson's first Golden Age back into the spotlight with exceptional authenticity. Part of the Gibson Custom Limited Edition Collection, it reflects the creativity, historical knowledge, and deep craftsmanship that define the Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee. Inspired by years of Made to Measure builds and the requests of devoted players and collectors, this reissue captures the elegance, power, and unmistakable presence of an original late 60s Custom, while offering the reliability and precision of modern luthiery.
Finished with a hand-sprayed nitrocellulose lacquer in classic Ebony Top, Gold Back, the Murphy Lab Light Aged finish gives it the look of a long-cherished and well-cared-for vintage original. Multi-ply binding on the top and back outlines the body's sculpted maple top and solid mahogany back, a combination that delivers the balance, clarity, and authority that defined the Les Paul Custom's sound during the late 60s. Its long neck tenon and Authentic 1968 neck profile provide a comfortable playing feel, enhanced by an ebony fretboard equipped with mother-of-pearl block inlays, reissue medium jumbo frets, and single-ply binding. The scale length of 24.75 inches and a 12-inch radius work together to deliver smooth, controlled responsiveness, from expressive bends to articulate rhythm work.
A matched pair of T-Type humbucker™ pickups supplies the tonal muscle. These pickups offer the snappy top end, clear midrange, and tight low-end definition historically associated with late 60s Gibson designs. With two volume controls, two tone controls, and a three-way pickup selector switch, the guitar provides everything from crisp cleans to thick, singing sustain.
Nickel hardware complements the aging and finish, anchored by an ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic™ bridge and Stop Bar tailpiece for dependable intonation and resonance. Kluson® Waffleback® tuning machines complete the historically accurate and unmistakably Custom aesthetic. Black plastics, black Witch Hat knobs, and the unmistakable headstock adornments, including the Gibson logo and Custom split diamond rendered in mother of pearl, underscore its refined character.
Each instrument includes a Certificate of Authenticity and a 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue hardshell case, making it a compelling choice for players, collectors, and fans of Gibson's late 60s craftsmanship. The 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue, Light Aged, Ebony Top, Gold Back is a tribute to legacy, a celebration of artistry, and a reminder of why the Les Paul Custom remains one of the most iconic electric guitars ever made.
Specifications
BodyShape: Les Paul
Body Material: Mahogany
Top Material: Maple
Binding: Multi-ply top and back
Neck
Neck: Mahogany
Profile: Authentic 1968
Fingerboard: Ebony
Scale Length: 24.75" (628.7 mm)
Number of Frets: 22
Nut: Nylon
Inlay: Block
Electronics
Neck Pickup: T-Type
Bridge Pickup: T-Type
Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone
Pickup Selector: 3-way toggle
Hardware
Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Finish: Nickel
Tuning Machines: Kluson Waffleback
Control Knobs: Black Witch Hats
Tailpiece: Stop bar
Misc.
Case: Lifton reissue hardshell case included
Q & A
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Protect your investment with the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty
A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
- Convenient: Easy drop off and pick up of the product at any Long & McQuade location.
- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
- Loaners Available: A loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired.
- Power Surge Protection: Your product is covered even if damaged from a power surge.
- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
- Commercial Use Coverage: Music and recording professionals who purchase gear for “heavy-use” commercial purposes will still be covered.
Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
Reserve in Store
| Product | SKU | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Light Aged 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case - Ebony | 840610 |
