Loan of Musical Instruments for Arts Performers
LP Standard R8, 1958
GIBSON
Instrument Range
Gold
Instrument Description
Instrument TF Nickname
"R8"
The 1958 & 1959 Gibson Les Pauls are regarded by many to be the pinnacle of all Les Pauls.
What in particular makes them so special? Well, they’re so special that the R8 is one of the best-selling high-end guitars Gibson has ever made. With PAF humbucking pickups, the R8 worked great for Jazz as intended.
When the rockers used the high output to push their amps hard then legends were born.
This particular Gibson Les Paul R8 has the infamous Gibson Custom Buckers pickups. 1958 Gibson Les Pauls had famously small frets, making the playing experience smooth and allowing the fingerboard to affect the tone. This, combined with a baseball-bat-like neck, produced a unique feel. Actually, 1958 neck shapes are somewhat considered Gibson’s best.
About the Brand
Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail.
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