A big part of the ’59 appeal is the neck, and this exquisite reissue really leans into it. The one-piece Mahogany neck features a long neck tenon for excellent stability and sustain, while the 1959 rounded medium “C” profile gives you a substantial feel in the hand — perfect if you prefer a fuller carve over a slimmer ‘60s profile. Add in the bound Rosewood fingerboard, 22 medium jumbo frets and mother-of-pearl trapezoid inlays, and you’ve got a playing experience that feels every bit as classy as it looks.
The solid Mahogany body is topped with a carved Maple cap and a stunning AAA flamed Maple veneer, giving you that legendary Les Paul silhouette with plenty of flair. Details like the aged mother-of-pearl Epiphone logo, gold “Les Paul Model” silkscreen, Gibson-style open-book headstock and correctly styled side dot markers all help capture the spirit of those sought-after originals.
Plug in and you’ll hear a pair of USA Gibson Custombucker humbuckers loaded with Alnico 3 magnets, delivering the kind of open, dynamic and vintage-voiced Les Paul sound players love. They’re hand-wired to premium CTS pots, Black Beauty paper-in-oil capacitors and Switchcraft components, so your controls feel dependable and ready for everything from warm blues to full-throttle rock.
The old-school finish gives this guitar a tastefully aged look straight out of the box, while nickel hardware and Epiphone Deluxe tuners complete the period-correct vibe. Better still, it comes supplied with a brown Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom hardshell case with a plush pink interior — great for keeping your new pride and joy safe on the road, in the studio or at home.
The 1959 Les Paul Standard is the stuff of guitar legend. It’s the “holy grail” instrument associated with iconic players, jaw-dropping prices and some of the most celebrated tones ever recorded. This Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue brings that golden-era vibe within reach, serving up classic looks, authentic feel and stage-ready performance without the eye-watering vintage price tag.