Gibson Custom Shop 1961 Les Paul SG Standard Reissue Stop-Bar VOS Cherry Red

The Red Devil

A coveted choice among legendary guitarists like Angus Young, Tony Iommi, Robby Krieger, George Harrison, and Santana , the early 1960's SG model stands as a testament to its enduring appeal.  While there have many many iterations, the original version from the debut year of 1961 is the way to go for many.

The sophisticated design, powerful humbucker sound, and agile neck of the SG contribute to its esteemed reputation as one of Gibson's most sought-after 1960s models. This Custom Shop 1961 Les Paul SG Standard replicates the iconic features of the originals, including solid wood construction, ancient hide-glue techniques, and top-quality vintage components. The iconic presence of this instrument is unmistakable.

The original sound is a key element here.  The guitar was designed to provide spot-on 1961 SG tone, via a pair of Gibson's Custombucker Alnico III (unpotted) humbuckers. The Custombucker is the most historically accurate PAF recreation, and there's a good reason why players have been demanding these in the Custom Shop guitars for years.

It's also all about the feel - after all, comfort and playability were focuses when Gibson was designing this guitar decades ago, and to this day, that's largely why the SG is so popular.  It has a SlimTaper neck carve that sits comfortably in your hand, and provides excellent dexterity as you move up and down the neck.  The rosewood fretboard is super smooth, bound nicely, and has been Plek'd for ultimate playability.

This being a Historic Reissue model, it has the Custom Shop's VOS (Vintage Original Sheen) finish.  This is what gives the guitar a vintage patina, with the nitrocellulose lacquer buffed to a slightly matte-like finish, so you get the look and feel of a guitar that's already lived for decades.  Also, the hardware is lightly aged, so they're not too shiny, matching the guitar perfectly.

Other features include an ABR-1 Tune-o-matic bridge and aluminum Stopbar tailpiece, Kluson single-line/double-ring tuners, a lightweight mahogany body and neck, and the classic electronics setup (2 volume and 2 tone controls, plus a 3-way selector switch).

The guitar comes with a high quality Gibson case, period correct hang tags, and a Certificate of Authencity.

Detailed Specifications

Body

Body Shape: SG
Body Material: 1-Piece Solid Mahogany
Weight Relief: None
Finish: Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)

Neck

Material: Solid Mahogany
Profile: 1960 Slim Taper
Scale Length: 24.75"
Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood, Hide Glue Fit
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Number Of Frets: 22
Frets: Authentic Medium-Jumbo
Nut Material: Nylon
Nut Width: 1.687"
End of Board Width: 2.24"

Neck Depth:

Inlays: Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid
Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit

Hardware

Finish: Nickel
Tuner Plating: Nickel
Bridge: ABR-1
Saddle Material: Nickel-plated Brass
Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Tuning Machines:  Single Line, Double Ring
Pickguard: Black Multi-Ply
TrussRod: Authentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod Cover: Authentic Stepped 2-Ply "Les Paul"
Control Knobs: Black Top Hats w/ Silver Inserts
Switch Tip: Cream
Switchwasher: Silkscreened Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
Control Covers: Black
Strap Buttons: Aluminum
Mounting Rings: M69 Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
Pickup Covers: Authentic Profile Nickel Silver

Electronics

Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)
Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)
Controls: CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Black Beauty Capacitors
Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
Output Jack: Switchcraft

Case:  Custom Shop Hardshell

Weight: 7.7lbs

Accessories

Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags

Part # SGSR61VOCHNH1