{"product_id":"2004-gibson-custom-shop-68-les-paul-custom-reissue-black-beauty-ebony-ohsc","title":"2004 Gibson Custom Shop '68 Les Paul Custom Reissue Black Beauty Ebony OHSC","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Sale: 2004 Gibson Custom Shop '68 Les Paul Custom Reissue Ebony Black Beauty w\/ OHSC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is a 2004 Gibson Custom Shop '68 Les Paul Custom Reissue in the iconic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e finish, complete with its original Gibson Custom Shop hard-shell case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the flagship Historic Collection models of its era, the '68 Les Paul Custom Reissue faithfully recreates the legendary Les Paul Custom that helped define the sound and look of late-'60s Gibson guitars. Featuring a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elong neck tenon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esolid mahogany body with carved maple top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eebony fingerboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and a substantial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003echunky '50s neck profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Custom Shop instrument delivers the feel and tone that have made these reissues favorites among serious players and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the original Certificate of Authenticity is unfortunately missing, this guitar retains its original Custom Shop case and has been tastefully upgraded with premium components that make it an exceptional player's instrument.\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 – 8.5\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight surface scratches and small dings from normal use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome areas of cloudy clear coat in the finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish checking on portions of the binding near the frets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonest cosmetic wear consistent with a well-maintained player's guitar\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 \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, the frets are in excellent condition with minimal wear, and the guitar has been professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier. It plays effortlessly with low action, excellent intonation, and no buzzing or dead spots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Gibson Custom Shop hard-shell case is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe original Certificate of Authenticity is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: Gibson Custom Shop '68 Les Paul Custom Reissue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 2004\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGibson Custom Shop Historic Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number: 04 3398\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish: Ebony Nitrocellulose Lacquer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody: Solid Mahogany with Carved Maple Top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck: Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Profile: Chunky '50s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Neck Tenon Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard: Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRadius: 12\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 24.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut: Brass (Upgraded)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width: 1.71\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth: .94\" at the 1st Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth: 1.05\" at the 12th Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickups: Seymour Duncan SH-18 Whole Lotta Humbuckers (Neck \u0026amp; Bridge)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControls: Two Volume, Two Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitching: 3-Way Toggle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: Callaham ABR-1 (Upgraded)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTailpiece: Stopbar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware: Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 10 lbs 0 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Original Gibson Custom Shop Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2004 Custom Shop '68 Reissue was built to capture the construction methods and feel of the original late-'60s Les Paul Customs, including the coveted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elong neck tenon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, ebony fingerboard, and substantial neck profile that contribute to its outstanding sustain and resonance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example has been upgraded with a premium set of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeymour Duncan SH-18 Whole Lotta Humbuckers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, inspired by the legendary pickups Seymour Duncan wound for Jimmy Page during the late 1970s. These pickups deliver a wonderfully balanced vintage British voice with moderate output, exceptional note definition, and rich harmonic complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir rough-cast Alnico V magnets provide warm lows, articulate mids, and smooth highs while naturally pushing an amplifier into organic overdrive. They excel at everything from blues and classic rock to fusion, hard rock, and even heavier styles without sacrificing clarity or dynamics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the original Gibson pickups are not included with the guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe installation of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCallaham ABR-1 bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is another outstanding upgrade. Renowned for their precision machining and superior materials, Callaham bridges improve sustain, note definition, and tuning stability while preserving vintage correctness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Gibson bridge is included in the case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although it shows significant cosmetic wear from years of use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe upgraded \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebrass nut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e further enhances sustain and tuning stability, making this an exceptional player's Les Paul Custom.\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 has everything players love about a great Black Beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of the solid mahogany body, carved maple top, long neck tenon, ebony fingerboard, and Seymour Duncan SH-18 pickups produces outstanding sustain, thick mids, articulate highs, and remarkable dynamic response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe substantial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003echunky '50s neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fills the hand beautifully, providing the solid, authoritative feel many Les Paul enthusiasts prefer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the guitar has the reassuring weight and resonance associated with many outstanding Les Paul Customs from this era.\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 exact instrument—no stock photos.\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 highlight every cosmetic imperfection.\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 customers tell us our guitars often 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 all over the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation, so you can buy with complete confidence.\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 2004 Gibson Custom Shop '68 Les Paul Custom Reissue is a fantastic player's Black Beauty, featuring long neck tenon construction, premium Seymour Duncan Whole Lotta Humbuckers, a Callaham ABR-1 bridge, and the outstanding craftsmanship that has made Gibson Custom Shop Historic instruments some of the finest Les Pauls ever built.\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":42326400466999,"sku":"071326gtr2","price":3899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1304\/0581\/files\/IMG_4689_3e3815d0-b266-4a3a-a692-da9d0aeabdb7.jpg?v=1784597822","url":"https:\/\/guitarchimp.com\/products\/2004-gibson-custom-shop-68-les-paul-custom-reissue-black-beauty-ebony-ohsc","provider":"Guitar Chimp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}