Gibson Les Paul Special with Mini Humbuckers Electric Guitar - Tobacco Burst
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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 Les Paul™ Special has been beloved by players since it was first introduced in 1955 as an upgraded alternative to the Les Paul Junior. It was designed to bridge the gap between the Junior and the Les Paul Standard and did so by adding a second pickup and additional controls for it to the Junior platform, along with some cosmetic enhancements that it borrowed from the Standard, including a bound fretboard. While the Les Paul Special has gone through various changes over the years, including bodies with single and double cutaways, the one thing that has remained relatively constant on most Les Paul Specials is the classic P-90 pickups. Still, the P-90, as great as it is, is but one of the iconic pickups in the legendary Gibson pickup arsenal. Now, Gibson is proud to introduce a new take on the classic Les Paul Special with the introduction of the Les Paul Special with Mini Humbuckers. Available only directly from Gibson and at the Gibson Garage locations, the Les Paul Special with Mini Humbuckers is equipped with a pair of Gibson's acclaimed mini humbucker™ pickups. Sized the same as a P-90 and slightly smaller than regular humbuckers, they fit into the same sized pickup cavity as a P-90 and deliver low-noise humbucking pickup performance and a slightly brighter and more open tone than what is normally associated with standard Patent Applied For style humbucker pickups, resulting in a tone that combines some of the brightness that P-90s are known for and some of the warmth of humbuckers, all while remaining hum-free.
The Les Paul Special with Mini Humbuckers is outfitted with all of the other features that you would expect to find on a Les Paul Special, including a slab mahogany body, a mahogany neck with a satisfyingly hand-filling, 50s Vintage profile, and a bound rosewood fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets and acrylic dot inlays. The individual volume and tone controls for each pickup are hand-wired with Orange Drop® capacitors. The wraparound bridge delivers excellent sustain, and the tuning machines are classic Vintage Deluxe models with white buttons. Along with a low-friction Graph Tech nut, it all comes together to deliver solid tuning stability and great tones that are a little different than a regular Special but still remain squarely within the classic Les Paul tonal family. A Gibson hardshell case is also included to keep this unique Special safe when you're on your way to your next gig.
Features
• Mini humbucker pickups• Mahogany body
• Mahogany neck with a 50s vintage profile
• Rosewood fretboard with acrylic dot inlays and 22 medium jumbo frets
• Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish
• Hardshell case
Specifications
BodyBinding: Single-ply Cream; Fretboard
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Shape: Les Paul
Body Styles: Les Paul
Neck
End Of Board Width: 57.4 mm (2.26")
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm (12.0")
Fret Count: 22
Frets: Medium Jumbo
Inlays: Acrylic Dot
Joint: Glued In, Set Neck
Neck Material: Mahogany
Nut Material: Graph Tech
Nut Width: 43.05 mm (1.7")
Profile: 50s Vintage
Scale Length: 628.65 mm (24.75")
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: Mini Humbucker
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone; Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors
Neck Pickup: Mini Humbucker
Output Jack: 1/4"
Pickup Selector: 3-way Toggle
Hardware
Bridge: Wraparound
Control Knobs: Black Top Hat
Finish: Nickel
Jack Plate Cover: Black
Pickguard: 5-ply Black
Strap Buttons: 2
Switch Tip: Amber
Switchwasher: Black
Truss Rod: Adjustable
Tuner Plating: Nickel
Tuning Machines: Vintage Deluxe with White Button
Misc.
Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit
Case: Hardshell
Headstock Inlay: Gibson Logo in Mother-of-Pearl
Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
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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.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Les Paul Special with Mini Humbuckers Electric Guitar - Tobacco Burst | 815390 |
