Gibson CS

Based on the serial# and photos we're going to vote that it's a counterfeit. Note that the serial number (06121968) would indicate that it was stamped on the 612th day of 2001...hmm Do go ahead and send the photos and details on where it was purchased from to service@gibson.com and we'll review further.

Hi, these are legit and nice timepieces but are not quite up to the “fancy” level as the one posted by Rabs. These were part on a one-time purchase and distributed by our Gibson Gear division roughly 8-9 years ago.

Hi, yes the M2M program is going strong and is available through any authorized Gibson Custom dealer. Some of our US Custom dealers below can help; https://www.themusiczoo.com/blogs/news/gibson-custom-shop-made-2-measure-center-at-the-music-zoo https://wildwoodguitars.com/product-category/electrics/gibson-custom-shop/wildwood-spec-made-2-measure/ https://www.chicagomusicexchange.com/collections/gibson-custom-shop

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Is the model code possibly "LPTDMSVCH1"? If so, this would be a Les Paul Traditional Mahogany top Satin Vintage sunburst finish with chrome hardware. Model codes don't always make perfect sense when translated, but I hope this helps. If that's not the model that you have, feel free to send me the serial # via private message and I'll check it out. Thanks!

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i would strip the guitar down to the wood remove the pots, Pups, switches, wires all that crap take it to your local guitar tech, tell him you had an accedent, and let him make it all better

ive never had that problem =D> but i guess its possible

really i thought they where one peice of mahogany my bad](*,)

just 1 chunk of mahogany i think

if you post a picture we can help you

I played the Epi version a few days ago. I dont know how heavy it was, but it was far too awkward to play for long periods of time. Looks cool though!

it is a def head turner there are a couple of songs that i use the 12 string for, but then i might just play the net song or 2 on the 6 string but usually, i play a little of both the 490/498 configuration really sounds good with the 12 string

it is very heavy, unbalenced, and has bad upper fret acess on the 6 string neck but i wouldnt trade it for the world

This is along the same lines.... I should tell my house insurance people about all of my guitar equipment. You never know.

Agreed Saturn... I love my Les Paul just as it is.... I wouldnt change a thing.

I had EMG's in a Jackson RR model years ago... ( 81/85 ) They sound very powerful, but in my opinion they sound best for that aggressive rock sound. Dare I say metal? I read a quote a while back... "Batteries are for flashlights, not for guitars"

lol, my bad forgot to carry the one and times the 3 but still you getmy point, if i wanted to buy some nice vintage gibsons, id check craigslist, cuz you can always get a good deal there

110,000 for 14 guitars or go on craigslist and lowball everybody and probly get 14 vintage (but not rare or special guitars) @ 3000 3000 x0014 ------ 22000 so yea save your self some dough and do it that way

the gibson logo on the headstock of the custom is pearl the classic is gold print the custom has an ebony fretbord the classic has a rosewood other then that i have no idea maybe multiply binding?

Paul... Whats the number buddy?

killer... You dont know who the Monkees are? Its okay, lightweights in their field, but I did like the guitar. Ill try and find a pic.