{"product_id":"1991-gibson-les-paul-custom-alpine-white-vintage-yellowed-490r-498t-w-ohsc","title":"1991 Gibson Les Paul Custom Alpine White Vintage Yellowed 490R 498T w\/ OHSC","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Sale: 1991 Gibson Les Paul Custom – Alpine White (Naturally Yellowed) | OHSC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is a killer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1991 Gibson Les Paul Custom in Alpine White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal Gibson hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a fantastic early-’90s Les Paul Custom with tons of genuine vintage character. The original Alpine White finish has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enaturally aged and yellowed beautifully over the past 35 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving the guitar the unmistakable cream-colored appearance that makes older white Les Paul Customs so visually distinctive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eebony fingerboard, gold hardware, multi-ply binding, block inlays, and naturally worn finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it has that incredible broken-in Black Beauty-meets-Randy Rhoads aesthetic that simply can't be duplicated by a new guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother particularly interesting feature is its original pickup set. This guitar has an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eearly Gibson 498T bridge pickup and 490R neck pickup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, both with the early \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epatent-number stamping on the baseplates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a genuine vintage Les Paul Custom that has been played, maintained, and professionally set up—not a closet queen. It has the wear and character to prove it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good – 8\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar shows honest vintage wear throughout, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScratches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish checking throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear on the back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarnishing and aging to the gold hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural yellowing of the original Alpine White finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional normal cosmetic wear consistent with age and use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar has had the following changes over the years:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut has been replaced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuitar has been professionally refretted with medium-jumbo frets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold cover on the bridge pickup has been replaced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the exception of those items, the guitar remains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal, including its original Gibson pickups and hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck is straight and stable, and the replacement medium-jumbo frets are in good playing condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar has been professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier and plays cleanly across the entire fingerboard with comfortable action and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno buzzing or dead spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal Gibson hard-shell case is included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The case shows wear from age and use and has a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebroken combination latch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but it remains functional and works great for protecting the guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gibson Les Paul Custom\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1991\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 90381484\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Alpine White – Naturally Aged\/Yellowed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thin\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Radius:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 22 Replacement Medium Jumbo\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replacement\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.69\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .80\" at the 1st Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.00\" at the 12th Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Gibson 490R Humbucker – Patent Stamped\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Gibson 498T Humbucker – Patent Stamped\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge Pickup Cover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replacement Gold Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControls:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 Volume, 2 Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3-Way Toggle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tune-O-Matic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTailpiece:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stopbar\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9 lbs 14 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Gibson Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly-’90s Les Paul Custom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe early 1990s were an interesting period for Gibson, and Les Paul Customs from this era have developed a strong following among players looking for a substantial, traditional Gibson with the unmistakable feel of an older instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example has now accumulated more than three decades of natural aging and playwear, giving it a personality that a new Les Paul simply doesn't have.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emahogany body, maple top, mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard, gold hardware, and dual Gibson humbuckers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e delivers the classic Les Paul Custom formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd unlike an artificially aged instrument, every scratch, ding, area of finish checking, and change in the color of the original Alpine White finish occurred naturally over decades of use and aging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally Yellowed Alpine White Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the coolest characteristics of this guitar is its naturally aged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlpine White finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat began as a much brighter white has gradually developed the warm cream and yellow coloration associated with vintage white Gibson guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aging is especially striking against the binding, ebony fingerboard, and gold hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe finish also exhibits \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003echecking throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, along with scratches, dings, and areas of genuine playwear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than detracting from the guitar, the cosmetic aging gives it the unmistakable appearance of a Les Paul Custom that has actually lived a life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're looking for a pristine white Custom, this isn't that guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want an early-’90s Custom with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereal vintage wear, natural yellowing, and loads of character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this one absolutely delivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Early 490R \u0026amp; 498T Humbuckers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the more interesting details of this 1991 Custom is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal Gibson pickup set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar features an early \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGibson 490R in the neck and 498T in the bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with patent-number stamping on the bottoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 490R provides the warm, full neck tone expected from a great Les Paul, with enough clarity to keep chords articulate and a smooth response for lead playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 498T provides a more aggressive bridge voice with increased output, strong upper mids, and excellent definition under gain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, they create a versatile pickup combination particularly well suited to rock and heavier styles while retaining the warmth and sustain expected from a Les Paul Custom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gold cover on the bridge pickup has been replaced, but the pickup itself is original to the guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThin Neck Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar has a relatively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethin neck profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the lower positions that gradually becomes considerably fuller as you move toward the body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur measurements are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.69\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st Fret Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .80\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12th Fret Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.00\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt only \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.80\" at the 1st fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the neck feels fast and streamlined in the lower register.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt gradually increases to a substantial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.00\" at the 12th fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating an interesting taper that gives you a quick feel near the nut while adding support farther up the neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.75\" scale length and 12\" fingerboard radius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it's an extremely comfortable Les Paul for both rhythm and lead work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbony Fingerboard \u0026amp; Medium-Jumbo Refret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs expected from a Les Paul Custom of this era, the guitar features a beautiful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eebony fingerboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbony contributes to the immediate response and crisp articulation that helps distinguish a Les Paul Custom from many other Les Paul variants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar has also been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erefretted with medium-jumbo frets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a player, the refret is a major practical benefit. Rather than dealing with heavily worn original frets on a guitar from 1991, you get comfortable medium-jumbo fretwire and excellent playability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe frets are in good condition, and the guitar has been professionally set up to play cleanly with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno buzzing or dead spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTone \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar delivers exactly what you want from a well-played Les Paul Custom: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethick sustain, powerful midrange, excellent articulation, and a solid feel in the hands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mahogany body and neck provide warmth and depth, while the maple top and ebony fingerboard contribute attack and definition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original 490R and 498T pickup combination gives the guitar plenty of range. The neck position is warm and fluid, while the bridge has the output and aggression needed for everything from classic rock to hard rock and higher-gain applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 lbs 14 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a substantial Les Paul Custom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has the solid, planted feel many players associate with older Customs, and all those years of playing have left it feeling thoroughly broken-in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis isn't a guitar you have to worry about putting the first scratch on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's already earned them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Gibson Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar comes with its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal Gibson hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe case shows cosmetic wear from decades of use, and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecombination latch is broken\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite the wear and damaged combination latch, the case remains functional and works great for protecting the instrument during storage and transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving the original Gibson case with a vintage instrument like this is a nice addition to the package.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparency \u0026amp; Photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexact instrument—no stock photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the end of the photo set, you'll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to clearly show the scratches, dings, finish checking, back wear, hardware tarnishing, natural finish yellowing, and other cosmetic details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe don't just describe the condition—we show it in detail so there are no surprises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany of our customers tell us their guitars arrive in better condition than expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy From Guitar Chimp?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith over \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 years of experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are experts at shipping and have safely shipped \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethousands of guitars and basses all over the world\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuy with confidence knowing your instrument will arrive safely and exactly as described.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📞 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCall\/Text:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (801) 317-9013\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💬 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMessage anytime—we’re always happy to help!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1991 Gibson Les Paul Custom in naturally aged Alpine White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a killer vintage player's Custom with exactly the kind of character that only comes from decades of real aging and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enaturally yellowed Alpine White finish, finish checking, aged gold hardware, ebony fingerboard, original patent-stamped 490R\/498T pickups, medium-jumbo refret, and substantial 9 lb 14 oz weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e give it the look, feel, and sound of a Les Paul Custom that's been properly broken in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nut, frets, and bridge pickup cover have been replaced, and the original case has wear and a broken combination latch—all of which are clearly disclosed and photographed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally inspected, professionally set up, and playing beautifully, this is an outstanding choice for someone looking for an early-’90s Les Paul Custom with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereal vintage character rather than artificial aging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete with its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal Gibson hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and ready for its next owner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎸 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJerald – Guitar Chimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProviding The Finest Guitars, Basses \u0026amp; Amps Since 2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42432624197687,"sku":"083026gtr6","price":4299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1304\/0581\/files\/IMG_5556_511c4297-d269-4ef7-9ab1-7378dc99dab3.jpg?v=1788727766","url":"https:\/\/guitarchimp.com\/products\/1991-gibson-les-paul-custom-alpine-white-vintage-yellowed-490r-498t-w-ohsc","provider":"Guitar Chimp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}