For Sale: 2015 Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Figured Trans Red – OHSC & COA

Up for sale is a 2015 Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Figured in Trans Red, complete with its original Gibson Custom Shop hard-shell case and certificate of authenticity.

This is a very cool Custom Shop Les Paul Custom that combines upscale appointments, a beautifully figured maple top, and the classic power and feel that make Les Paul Customs so desirable. Finished in a striking Figured Trans Red nitrocellulose lacquer, this guitar has a great mix of vintage-inspired elegance and aggressive modern appeal.

With its mahogany body, carved maple top, rounded mahogany neck, Richlite fingerboard, gold hardware, and Gibson 490R / 498T humbucker set, this Custom delivers everything players expect from a great Les Paul Custom — sustain, punch, warmth, and authority.

Condition

Very Good – 8/10

• Scratches and dings throughout from normal use
• Wear on the back of the guitar
• Tarnish to the gold hardware consistent with natural aging and patina
• Honest cosmetic wear that gives the guitar great character

Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

There are no cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues. The neck is straight, the original frets are in excellent condition with minimal wear, and the guitar has been professionally set up here at Guitar Chimp. It plays cleanly up and down the neck with low action and no buzzing or dead spots.

Specifications

• Year: 2015
• Serial Number: CS500028
• Finish: Figured Trans Red Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Body: Mahogany with Carved Maple Top
• Neck: Mahogany, Rounded Profile
• Fingerboard: Richlite
• Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Blocks
• Nut Width: 1.70"
• Neck Depth: .83" at the 1st fret, .98" at the 12th fret
• Pickups: Gibson 490R (Neck), Gibson 498T (Bridge)
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle
• Hardware: Gold
• Weight: 9 lbs 14 oz
• Case: Original Gibson Custom Shop Hard-Shell Case
• COA: Included

Electronics & Features

One of the standout features of this guitar is the figured maple top under the translucent red finish. It gives the guitar a much more upscale and visually striking look compared to a standard Les Paul Custom while still retaining the elegant feel the model is known for.

The Gibson 490R and 498T humbucker combination is also a great match for this guitar, offering warm cleans, thick sustain, aggressive mids, and excellent versatility across a wide range of styles.

The Richlite fingerboard feels smooth and fast under the hands and pairs nicely with the rounded neck profile for a very comfortable overall playing experience.

Tone & Feel

This Les Paul Custom has the thick, sustaining voice players expect from a great Custom Shop Gibson. The mahogany body and maple top combination deliver warmth, punch, and clarity, while the pickups add plenty of output and harmonic richness.

It works beautifully for rock, blues, hard rock, fusion, and heavier styles, while still cleaning up nicely for more articulate playing.

At 9 lbs 14 oz, it has the substantial feel many players prefer in a Les Paul Custom, with excellent sustain and resonance.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the actual instrument. At the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to highlight any wear. We don’t just describe the condition — we show it in detail so there are no surprises.

Many customers tell us our guitars often arrive in better condition than expected.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors alike for premium guitars, honest listings, and professional setups.

Every guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier before shipping.

We 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.

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This 2015 Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Figured Trans Red is a great-playing Custom Shop Les Paul with beautiful figuring, classic Gibson tone, and excellent overall vibe.

🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp
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