{"product_id":"2012-gibson-custom-shop-kazuyoshi-saito-les-paul-axcess-vos-goldtop-ohsc-coa","title":"2012 Gibson Custom Shop Kazuyoshi Saito Les Paul Axcess VOS Goldtop OHSC COA","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Sale: 2012 Gibson Custom Shop Kazuyoshi Saito Les Paul Axcess VOS Goldtop w\/ OHSC + COA | Japan Limited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is a 2012 Gibson Custom Shop Kazuyoshi Saito Les Paul Axcess VOS Goldtop, complete with its original Gibson Custom Shop hard-shell case and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt exclusively for the Japanese domestic market, this is one of Gibson Custom Shop's rarest signature Les Paul models. Only \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 guitars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e were produced worldwide—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 Aged Relics and just 20 VOS examples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—making this VOS version exceptionally difficult to find, especially outside Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for legendary Japanese guitarist Kazuyoshi Saito, this model combines the comfort and modern ergonomics of the Les Paul Axcess platform with a stripped-down, vintage-inspired aesthetic. It features a lightweight chambered body with a rear belly contour, a single P-90 pickup, simplified one-pickup\/two-knob control layout, and a gorgeous VOS Goldtop finish that perfectly captures the look of a well-preserved vintage Gibson.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt only \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 lbs 4 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it's remarkably lightweight for a Les Paul and an absolute joy to play.\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\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight surface scratches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA few small dings from careful 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 is 100% original with no cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck is straight, the original frets are in excellent condition with minimal wear, and the guitar has been professionally set up by our in-house luthier. It plays cleanly up and down the neck 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 and Certificate of Authenticity are included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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 Kazuyoshi Saito Les Paul Axcess VOS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 2012\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited Production: 20 VOS \/ 50 Total Produced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number: KZS 042\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish: Goldtop VOS Nitrocellulose Lacquer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody: Chambered Mahogany with Maple Top and Axcess Belly Contour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck: Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Profile: Rounded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard: Rosewood\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 Width: 1.70\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth: .93\" at the 1st Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth: 1.03\" at the 12th Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrets: 22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickup: Original Gibson P-90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControls: Master Volume, Master Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware: Nickel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 7 lbs 4 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\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertificate of Authenticity: Included\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 Kazuyoshi Saito Les Paul Axcess is all about simplicity and responsiveness. The single Gibson P-90 delivers an incredibly expressive range of tones, from warm, articulate cleans to gritty overdrive with outstanding touch sensitivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a traditional Les Paul, there is no pickup selector switch or neck pickup—just one exceptional P-90 wired directly to master volume and tone controls. The result is a remarkably direct, dynamic playing experience that encourages players to control their sound through touch and the guitar's controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Axcess body design also adds a rear belly contour, making the guitar noticeably more comfortable than a traditional Les Paul while maintaining the classic look from the front.\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 is lively, resonant, and incredibly responsive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lightweight chambered construction gives it outstanding acoustic resonance, while the P-90 provides the perfect balance of clarity, bite, warmth, and midrange growl. It excels at blues, classic rock, roots music, indie, and anything where dynamic response is important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe substantial Rounded neck profile feels incredibly comfortable in hand, and at just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 lbs 4 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is one of the lightest and most comfortable Les Pauls you'll ever play.\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 any cosmetic wear.\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 have safely shipped thousands of guitars around 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\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 2012 Gibson Custom Shop Kazuyoshi Saito Les Paul Axcess VOS Goldtop is an exceptionally rare Japan-market model with outstanding playability, a unique stripped-down design, and serious collector appeal. With only 20 VOS examples produced, opportunities to own one are few and far between.\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":42317799653431,"sku":"070826gtr1","price":6999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1304\/0581\/files\/IMG_4509_4f1caf13-9893-49ee-9cc4-b789eda4c116.jpg?v=1783807064","url":"https:\/\/guitarchimp.com\/products\/2012-gibson-custom-shop-kazuyoshi-saito-les-paul-axcess-vos-goldtop-ohsc-coa","provider":"Guitar Chimp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}