1989 Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty

5.0· 3 reviews · Rye Lane, 3.3 mi

Owned by Iain H

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Rye Lane 3.3 mi

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Description

The executive-class, high-gloss, 24-carat gold, mother-of-pearl inlaid, split-diamond sparkler that is the Black Beauty. Guitar of dreams! This 1989 model's most like the 68 Les Paul Custom, the two humbucker, maple-capped beauty that relaunched the Custom after it was discontinued in the early-60s. Gibson put everything into this guitar! The generous pearl inlays to the headstock and fretboard, the bound ebony fretboard, all that gold hardware, the 5 and 7 layer binding on the headstock and body. And the low frets that earned this guitar its second nickname, "The Fretless Wonder". Loaded with Bare Knuckle Old Guard Humbuckers, it sounds fantastic. Lashings of cream in the neck position, plenty of roar and bite at the bridge, and that fantastically low action up and down the board. In great condition for its age, with the dents and wear you'd expect, but nothing that detracts from its playability and sound. Happy to include a support pack at no extra cost, with: - Hercules Mini Stand - Strap - Clip-on Tuner - Cleaning Cloth - Complimentary Plectrums. Happy to meet personally in London to hand over. And if this isn't the one for you, check out my other guitar, amp and pedal listings!

Cancellation Terms

Free cancellation until 2 days before your rental starts. After that, you'll get half your money back until the day before. Read more

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Reviews

Anzhela S borrowed 1989 Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty

5/5
1 year ago

We were not expecting this level of care and attention to detail. He was very thorough and took interest in the music and what we were recording which showed us that he actually cares about the process. He even had the guitars set up for a different tuning which we had requested. We highly recommend Iain's services for anyone that is looking for a wholesome guitar rental experience.

Supreme Runners R borrowed 1989 Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty

5/5
2 years ago

very helpful and easy communication

Sam R borrowed 1989 Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty

5/5
2 years ago

Renting from Iain was a great experience, from handover to returning; everything went really well. We had tight timings for a music video and Iain showed up when required to deliver one of his beautiful guitars which we made sure to look after (and showcase) in the music video. Glad to have come across him and his wide collection of guitars, and will definitely be looking to hire again when in need.

Reviews for other items belonging to Iain H

Matthew J borrowed 1976 Fender Jazz Bass Guitar, Olympic White

5/5
13 days ago

Had a great experience with Iain and his vintage jazz bass, highly recommended!!

Leo C borrowed Martin D-18VS Acoustic Guitar

5/5
20 days ago

1010 service, great guy amazing guitar

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