For Sale: 1996 Gibson Custom Shop Historic '56 Les Paul Reissue Goldtop – Early “Good Wood” Era

Up for sale is a very rare and early 1996 Gibson Custom Shop Historic '56 Reissue Les Paul Goldtop, complete with its original hard-shell case and paperwork. As one of the earlier Historic Custom Shop models, this Les Paul hails from what many refer to as Gibson’s “Good Wood” era, a time noted for exceptional tonewoods and craftsmanship.

Condition:

This guitar has been played but remains in very good condition, with a conservative rating of 8.5 out of 10. There are some light scratches, dings, and wear on the back—all purely cosmetic and consistent with respectful use.

• Straight neck, no issues

• Original frets are in excellent shape with no noticeable wear

• No buzzing or dead spots

• Recently set up for optimal tone and playability

• Capacitors have been upgraded, but all other components are original

• No cracks, breaks, or repairs

Specifications:

• Serial Number: 6 6095

• Finish: Goldtop

• Nut Width: 1.70"

• 1st Fret Depth: 0.89"

• 12th Fret Depth: 1.00"

• Neck Profile: Rounded 50s

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Pickups: Original

• Weight: 9 lbs 12 oz

• Case: Original Gibson Custom Shop hard-shell case

• Includes: Original paperwork

Additional Notes:

This is a highly collectible Custom Shop model and one of the earliest Historic '56 Reissues, showcasing Gibson’s transition into what would become their most celebrated era of reissue production. The Goldtop finish pairs beautifully with its vintage-spec appointments, and the guitar’s resonance and tone live up to the era’s reputation.

You’ll receive the exact guitar pictured—no stock photos used. High-res photos are provided to show the guitar’s wear in full detail.

Why Buy from Guitar Chimp?

With over 17 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is known for providing top-quality, professionally set up instruments. Each guitar is carefully inspected by our in-house luthier to ensure it arrives in excellent playing condition.

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Thanks for checking out this rare and beautiful 1996 Gibson Custom Shop Historic ’56 Les Paul Reissue Goldtop.

Jerald
🎸 Guitar Chimp