{"product_id":"2002-gibson-les-paul-custom-black-beauty-ebony-emg-81-85-w-gibson-hsc","title":"2002 Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty Ebony EMG 81\/85 w\/ Gibson HSC","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Sale: 2002 Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty – Ebony | EMG 81\/85 | Gibson HSC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2002 Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty in Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGibson hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFew guitars have the unmistakable presence of a black Les Paul Custom. With its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbony finish, multi-ply binding, gold hardware, ebony fingerboard, block inlays, and split-diamond headstock inlay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Black Beauty remains one of the most iconic and recognizable Les Paul designs ever produced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example has been tastefully modified for a player who prefers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eactive EMG pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is currently equipped with the legendary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEMG 81\/85 combination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with an EMG 81 in the bridge and EMG 85 in the neck. The pots have also been replaced with the appropriate electronics to accommodate the active EMG system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 lbs 10 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this guitar has the substantial feel players expect from a great Les Paul Custom without being excessively heavy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost impressive is the condition. For a guitar from 2002, this example is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexceptionally clean\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, showing only light surface scratches and presenting very close to mint overall.\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\u003eExcellent – 9.5\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly light surface scratches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptionally clean for its age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery close to mint overall\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\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, the frets are in excellent condition, and the guitar has been professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt 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\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe following components have been replaced:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EMG 81 Active Humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EMG 85 Active Humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePots\/Electronics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replaced to accommodate the active EMG pickup system\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replaced\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickguard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replaced\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original pickups and pots are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is important to note for collectors looking for a completely original example. However, for a player who prefers active EMGs, the modifications make this guitar especially appealing—the conversion has already been done and the guitar is ready to go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGibson hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is included.\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 2002\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ebony \/ Black Beauty\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 03252382\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 Carved 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 Medium Rounded – Slightly on the Thinner Side of Medium\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\u003eInlays:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pearl Block\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\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.71\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .85\" 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 .98\" at the 12th Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EMG 81 Active Humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EMG 85 Active Humbucker\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 10 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gibson Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Les Paul Custom Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Les Paul Custom has occupied a special place in Gibson's lineup since its introduction in the 1950s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOften referred to as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Black Beauty,”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the model takes the fundamental Les Paul formula and dresses it in Gibson’s most upscale appointments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ebony finish is complemented by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emulti-ply body and headstock binding, an ebony fingerboard with large block inlays, gold hardware, and the famous split-diamond headstock inlay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a guitar that has an unmistakable presence whether it's hanging in a collection, sitting in a studio, or being played on stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbony Fingerboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly desirable feature of this 2002 Les Paul Custom is its \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\u003eThe ebony provides a smooth, solid playing surface with a quick response and crisp attack that pairs beautifully with the substantial construction of a Les Paul Custom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined with the pearl block inlays and multi-ply binding, it also provides the classic appearance that has defined the Les Paul Custom for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium Rounded Neck Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar has a comfortable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emedium rounded neck profile that falls slightly toward the thinner side of medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\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 1.71\"\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 .85\"\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 .98\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck has enough substance to feel solid in the hand without approaching the dimensions of the larger ’50s-style Gibson profiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt starts at a comfortable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.85\" at the 1st fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and gradually fills out to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.98\" at the 12th fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving the neck a natural taper as you move toward the upper register.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a great middle ground for players who don't want an extremely thin neck but also prefer something less substantial than a large vintage-style profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEMG 81\/85 Active Pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Les Paul Custom is currently equipped with one of the most famous active humbucker combinations ever made: an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEMG 81 in the bridge and EMG 85 in the neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EMG 81 is known for its tight low end, aggressive attack, excellent clarity, and ability to remain articulate under substantial amounts of gain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EMG 85 complements it with a warmer and fuller neck voice, providing smooth lead tones and powerful rhythm sounds while retaining the immediacy associated with active pickups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e81\/85 combination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has become a benchmark setup for hard rock and metal, but the pickups are considerably more versatile than their reputation might suggest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaired with the natural sustain and authority of a Les Paul Custom, they create an extremely powerful instrument for players who prefer the response of active electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEMG Electronics Conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause active EMG pickups require different electronics than traditional passive Gibson humbuckers, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epots have also been replaced to properly accommodate the EMG system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original pickups and pots are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot included with the guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a collector specifically looking for a completely original 2002 Les Paul Custom, this should be taken into consideration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the player who already prefers EMGs, however, this guitar represents an excellent opportunity. The conversion is already complete, the electronics work properly, and the instrument is professionally set up and ready to play.\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\u003eThere is a reason the Les Paul Custom has remained a favorite among professional guitarists for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe substantial mahogany construction and carved maple top provide excellent sustain, a powerful fundamental, and the thick midrange character associated with a great Les Paul.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ebony fingerboard adds an immediate attack and definition, while the active EMGs take those characteristics in a more aggressive direction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a guitar with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etight lows, powerful mids, excellent sustain, and exceptional clarity under gain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 lbs 10 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it has the solid, substantial feel you expect from a Les Paul Custom while remaining very manageable for the model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost importantly, the guitar has been professionally set up and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplays fantastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptionally Clean Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the strongest features of this particular Les Paul Custom is simply how clean it has remained.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite being a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2002 instrument\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it shows only light surface scratches and presents extremely well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe rate it a strong \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9.5 out of 10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it one of those guitars that is difficult to fully appreciate until you see how clean it is in person.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe modifications make it more player-oriented than collector-original, but cosmetically this is an outstanding example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGibson Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar comes with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGibson hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing excellent protection for storage, travel, and shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar will be professionally packed inside the case for safe transport to its next owner.\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 light surface scratches and any other cosmetic imperfections.\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 18 years of experience, 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 thousands of guitars and basses all over the world. 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\u003e2002 Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an exceptionally clean example with a beautiful ebony fingerboard, comfortable medium-rounded neck profile, and the unmistakable look and feel of a classic black Les Paul Custom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEMG 81\/85 active pickup conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes it particularly well suited for the player who prefers the clarity, output, and aggressive response of EMGs and wants them paired with the sustain and authority of a Les Paul Custom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent 9.5\/10 condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, weighing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 lbs 10 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, professionally set up, and complete with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGibson hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Black Beauty is 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":42423746822199,"sku":"082326gtr5","price":3599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1304\/0581\/files\/IMG_5433_601173d9-ce03-4cbf-a58f-1f0d16c250b0.jpg?v=1788125194","url":"https:\/\/guitarchimp.com\/products\/2002-gibson-les-paul-custom-black-beauty-ebony-emg-81-85-w-gibson-hsc","provider":"Guitar Chimp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}