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Heritage Cherry
Vintage Sunburst
Translucent Yellow Top
Les Paul Special Double Cut 2015
Vintage double–cut styling
and improved neck joint
Vanguards of
Innovation
$1,099
Featuring the
Gibson
Tuning System
Two P–90s for legendary tone with added neck joint stability
Gibson G FORCE™
Building on eight years of continuous development, G FORCE extends the innovations introduced in Min-ETune by including new firmware that greatly improves ease of use. Combined with increased speed and accuracy, G FORCE provides the best and simplest user experience yet in an automatic tuning system.
Zero Fret Adjustable Nut (patent applied for)
The patent applied for Zero Fret Adjustable Nut increases sustain, promotes accurate intonation, and improves action by offering a wide, range of nut adjustments. Slide guitarists can raise and lower action easily.
Two P-90 Soapbar Alnico Slug Pickups: Brighter Tone with a more percussive attack
New design P-90s with Alnico pole pieces offer the traditional single-coil clarity, but now with a brighter tone and more percussive attack.
Wider Neck and Fingerboard
A wider neck and fingerboard increase playing comfort for hammer-ons, pull-offs, and bends, yet the same string spacing retains a familiar, consistent feel.
Comprehensive Wood Selection
Gibson USA matches the rarest and finest woods to every guitar based on the quality of the match, consistency of the figure, intensity of the figure, clarity, and wave.
Thicker Rosewood Fingerboard
The increased mass of a thicker, one-piece rosewood fingerboard extends sustain.
Pearl Inlays
Genuine pearl inlays enhance the guitar's appearance and increase its value.
Smoother Sanded, Buffed and Oiled Fingerboard
A new, unique oil-treated buffing process upgrades the fingerboard to a silkier feel.
Comprehensive Setup
A new comprehensive setup and PLEK program combined with a lower fret height on every Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitar provides a silky smooth feel, accurate intonation, and easy bending.
Improved Output Jack
The re-designed jack houses a more secure, multipoint connection for better signal transfer and holds cables more firmly in place.
Heavier Gauge Wire
All Gibson USA guitars now use thicker, stranded wire that provides more surface area for making strong internal connections.
New & Improved Neck Joint: Improved stability
The all-important neck-to-body connection has been improved for better tone, greater stability, and additional double-cut playing access.
Les Paul's 100th Anniversary
Gibson is proud to honor the creative genius who not only invented the most iconic guitar ever, but pioneered home and multitrack recording for all musicians. Gibson USA is dedicated to continuing his legacy of innovation.
Les Paul Hologram
This unique hologram verifies the authenticity of the 2015 Model Year guitars, while paying tribute to the man whose is synonymous with the most coveted guitar in the world.
New and Improved Hardshell Case
The new and improved hardshell case for 2015 upgrades the look and strength. Made to withstand an up to 15-foot drop (up to four times more resistant to drops than other cases), the tough, ergonomic, molded exterior and cushioned interior provide maximum protection as well as insulation from temperature and humidity extremes.
New and Improved in 2015
Gibson G FORCE™ Tuning System:
Faster, more accurate, additional tunings
Zero Fret Adjustable Nut (patent applied for):
Added action adjustment
Two P–90 Soapbar Alnico Slug Pickups:
Brighter Tone with a more percussive attack
Wider neck and fingerboard:
Increased playing area with same string spacing
Comprehensive wood selection and grading:
Rarest and finest materials for best instruments
Thicker Rosewood Fingerboard:
Increased mass for sustain
Pearl Inlays:
Better appearance and value
Smoother sanded, buffed and oiled fingerboard:
Improved playability and feel
Comprehensive Setup (Lower Frets, Improved Plek, Intonation):
Silky smooth action and bending, improved intonation
Improved contact output jack:
Secure contact and uninterrupted signal
More robust cables:
Stronger signal strength
New & Improved Neck Joint:
Improved stability
Les Paul 100th birthday signature:
Honoring a genius with a facsimile of his actual signature taken from a pickguard autographed by Les.
Les Paul Hologram:
Authenticity and tribute
New & Improved Hardshell Case:
Improved protection (up to 15 foot drop), sleek, ergonomic, made in USA
Body
Body
Wood Species:
Mahogany
Pieces:
Multi Matched
Grade:
High
Binding:
None
Weight
Average Weight (body only):
2.17724 gm / 4.8 lbs
Materials Used
Glue:
Franklin Titebond 50
Tonal, Resonant, and/or Technical Effect:
A solid body features maximum sustain
Body Contour
Carve:
Flat
Wood Selection Scale
Body Grade:
Density:
Grain:
High Density/High Grain Variations
specifies the densest wood for a bright tone with prominent grain variations.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
LPM 2015
The Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature four different backs, from ultra-low density with light weight and clear grain to high-density wood with strong grain variations.
High
Variations
Medium Density/Medium Grain Variations
specifies moderately dense wood for a balance of comfort and tone, with medium grain variations.
Models featuring
Les Paul Studio 2015
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
SG Special 2015
The Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature four different backs, from ultra-low density with light weight and clear grain to high-density wood with strong grain variations.
Medium
Medium
Low Density/Slight Grain Variations
specifies light wood for a balance of comfort and tone, with slight grain variations.
Models featuring
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Midtown Standard
The Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature four different backs, from ultra-low density with light weight and clear grain to high-density wood with strong grain variations.
Low
Slight
Ultra-Low Density/Clear
specifies the lightest wood for comfort, and offers a naturally uniform grain pattern.
Models featuring
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
SG Standard 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
Derek Trucks SG 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Firebird V 2015
The Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature four different backs, from ultra-low density with light weight and clear grain to high-density wood with strong grain variations.
Ultra Low
Clear
Body Contour
Carve:
Flat
the minimalist, straight forward body style translated into a more affordable guitar design
Models featuring
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
SG Special 2015
SG Standard 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
Derek Trucks SG 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Firebird V 2015
Midtown Standard
The four body types available on Gibson USA's 2015 Model Year guitars range from flat to enhanced carve.
Flat
Slight Carve
adds a subtle curve that accents the guitar's shape.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
LPM 2015
Les Paul Studio 2015
The four body types available on Gibson USA's 2015 Model Year guitars range from flat to enhanced carve.
Slight
Classic Carve
provides moderate carving that emphasizes the guitar's shape and grain.
Models featuring
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
Les Paul Supreme 2015
The four body types available on Gibson USA's 2015 Model Year guitars range from flat to enhanced carve.
Classic
Enhanced Carve
delivers the maximum amount of carving, highlighting the grain patterns and increasing the visual impact.
Models featuring
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
The four body types available on Gibson USA's 2015 Model Year guitars range from flat to enhanced carve.
Enhanced
Neck
Neck
Wood Species:
Mahogany
Pieces:
1
Details
Truss Rod:
Les Paul
Profile:
Slim Taper™
Thickness at Fret 1:
20.32 mm / .800"
Thickness at Fret 12:
22.225 mm / .875"
Other Materials:
Franklin Titebond 50
Average Weight:
544.13 gm / 1.2 lbs
Peg Head
Type:
SP1–B
Inlay:
Peg Head Binding:
Logo:
Gibson logo silkscreen gold
Silkscreen:
"Les Paul 100" gold
Headstock Angle:
17 degrees
Tonal, Resonant, and/or Technical Effect:
The mahogany slim taper neck provides a sleek platform for fast playing and the mahogany adds a rich tonal quality
Neck Fit
Joint Angle:
3.5 Degrees
Joint Angle Tolerance:
0 deg 0 min 15 sec
Type:
Mortise and Tenon
Adhesive:
Franklin Titebond 50
Gauges Used:
Pitch Height Gauge, Alignment Gauge
Nut
Style:
Zero Fret Nut
Material:
Cryogenically treated Brass
Width:
4.5993 cm / 1.795"
Slots:
E: 1.4732 mm / 0.058 inches
A: 1.2192 mm / 0.048 inches
D: 0.9652 mm / 0.038 inches
G: 0.7112 mm / 0.028 inches
B: 0.4826 mm / 0.019 inches
e: 0.3556 mm / 0.014 inches
Fingerboard
Wood Species:
Rosewood
Pieces:
1
Shade:
Light
Fingerboard Details
Radius:
30.48 cm / 12"
Frets:
22
Nut/End of Board:
4.5993 cm / 1.795" @ nut, 5.9944 cm / 2.360" @ end of board
Scale:
62.865 cm / 24.75"
Binding:
Cream
Side Dots (Color):
Black
Fingerboard Inlays
Style:
Dot
Material:
Mother of Pearl
Dimensions:
6.3246 mm / 0.249"
Average Weight:
117.93 gm / 4.16 oz
Wood Selection Scale
Fingerboard:
Shade:
Grain:
Fingerboard — Light
Light shade rosewood with some grain variations.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
LPM 2015
Les Paul Studio 2015
SG Special 2015
All Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature high-quality rosewood with different looks ranging from dark to light.
Light
Variations
Fingerboard — Medium
Medium shade rosewood with slight grain variations
Models featuring
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Midtown Standard
All Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature high-quality rosewood with different looks ranging from dark to light.
Medium
Slight Variations
Fingerboard — Dark
Dark rosewood with a uniform grain pattern.
Models featuring
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
SG Standard 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
Derek Trucks SG 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Firebird V 2015
All Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature high-quality rosewood with different looks ranging from dark to light.
Dark
Uniform
Neck Profile
Slim Taper
Neck Profile — SlimTaper™ 1st Fret
SlimTaper™'s slimmer neck taper promotes faster playing
Models featuring
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
Les Paul Studio 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
SG Special 2015
SG Standard 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
Derek Trucks SG 2015
Firebird V 2015
Midtown Standard
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — SlimTaper™ 12th Fret
SlimTaper™'s slimmer neck taper promotes faster playing.
Models featuring
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
Les Paul Studio 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
SG Special 2015
SG Standard 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
Derek Trucks SG 2015
Firebird V 2015
Midtown Standard
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Slim Taper Asym
Neck Profile — SlimTaper™ Asymmetrical 1st Fret
SlimTaper™ Asymmetrical's design provides a more ergonomic grip for guitarists who keep their thumb on the neck's back
Models featuring
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — SlimTaper™ Asymmetrical 12th Fret
SlimTaper™ Asymmetrical's design provides a more ergonomic grip for guitarists who keep their thumb on the neck's back.
Models featuring
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Rounded
Neck Profile — Rounded 1st Fret
Rounded's traditional look and substantial feel.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
LPM 2015
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — Rounded 12th Fret
Rounded's traditional look and substantial feel.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
LPM 2015
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Rounded Asym
Neck Profile — Rounded Asymmetrical 1st Fret
Rounded Asymmetrical increases sustain and adds a twist to standard rounded necks by providing a more ergonomic grip for guitarists who keep their thumb on the neck's back.
Models featuring
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
Les Paul Supreme 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — Rounded Asymmetrical 12th Fret
Rounded Asymmetrical increases sustain and adds a twist to standard rounded necks by providing a more ergonomic grip for guitarists who keep their thumb on the neck's back.
Models featuring
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
Les Paul Supreme 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Rounded XL
Neck Profile — Rounded XL1st Fret
Rounded XL thickens the rounded design to provide maximum sustain, while also recalling the shape of the earliest Les Pauls.
Models featuring
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — Rounded XL12th Fret
Rounded XL thickens the rounded design to provide maximum sustain, while also recalling the shape of the earliest Les Pauls.
Models featuring
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Finishes
Heritage Cherry
Color Code:
HC
Surface Texture:
Smooth/ Hi Gloss 90 Sheen Lacquer
Filler:
Walnut
Sealer:
1–1.5 mils
Top:
Faded Cherry #508–D5V–1169
Top Coat:
Hi Gloss Lacquer/ 90 Sheen 7–8 mils
Scraped:
Fingerboard Sides and Nut
Vintage Sunburst
Color Code:
VS
Surface Texture:
Smooth/ Hi Gloss 90 Sheen Lacquer
Filler:
Walnut
Sealer:
1–1.5 mils
Top:
Sunburst Yellow #508–Y5V–1167 w/ New Red Brown #508–1185D–H5PRS
Top Coat:
Hi Gloss Lacquer/ 90 Sheen 7–8 mils
Scraped:
Fingerboard Sides and Nut
Translucent Yellow Top
Color Code:
YT
Surface Texture:
Smooth/ Hi Gloss 90 Sheen Lacquer
Filler:
Natural
Sealer:
1–1.5 mils
Top:
TV Yellow #410–Y5V–5220
Top Coat:
Hi Gloss Lacquer/ 90 Sheen 7–8 mils
Scraped:
Fingerboard Sides and Nut
Electronics
Pickups
Rhythm
Lead
Style:
P–90SR
P–90ST
Winds/Coil: Screw side/Slug side:
9,500
10,000
Material of Wire (gauge):
42 plain
42 plain
Coil Dimensions (per coil):
2.9972 cm x 8.0772 cm / 1.18" x 3.18"
2.9972 cm x 8.0772 cm / 1.18" x 3.18"
Coil Material:
ABS
ABS
Coil Winding Process:
Machine Wound
Machine Wound
Pole Piece Material:
Pole Piece Position from Nut:
Slug Material:
Alnico V rod magnets
Alnico V rod magnets
Slug Dimensions (diameter x length):
Magnet Material:
Alnico V rod magnets
Alnico V rod magnets
Magnet Position from Nut:
47.78 cm /18.812"
58.7375cm / 23.125"
Magnet Dimensions:
4.76 mm x 12.7 mm / .187 x 0.50"
4.76 mm x 12.7 mm / .187 x 0.50"
Polarities:
North side up
South side up
Cover:
ABS Black soap bar
ABS Black soap bar
Qfactor:
5.57
3.07
ResistanceDC:
7.71k ohms
7.75k ohms
Resonant Frequency:
2842.68 Hz
2839.29 Hz
Tonal & Resonant Advancements:
Brighter P–90 sound, reverse wound/reverse polarity for hum–canceling when combined
Control Pocket Assembly
Master Volume
Type:
500K Non–Linear
Peak Voltage:
500V
Range:
0–500K
Power Rating:
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
Resistance Tolerance:
+/– 20%
Minimum Resistance:
200 ohms
Master Tone
Type:
500K Non–Linear
Peak Voltage:
500V
Range:
0–500K
Power Rating:
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
Resistance Tolerance:
+/– 20%
Minimum Resistance:
200 ohms
Capacitors:
Lead Value
Rhythm
.022 uF
Hardware
Tuning Keys
Style:
G FORCE
Material:
Zamak
Weight:
31.1845 gm / 1.1oz
Tuning Keys Details
Tuning Ratio:
40:1
Gear Type:
Synchronized spur gear system
What is allowable turn:
+/– 2 degrees
Plating specs:
Nickel
Part numbers:
430–14299B / 430–14299T
String Dimensions
E:
1.1684mm / 0.046"
A:
0.9144 mm / 0.036"
D:
0.6604 mm / 0.026"
G:
0.4064mm / 0.016"
B:
0.2794mm / 0.011"
e:
0.2286mm / 0.009"
Tailpiece
Style:
Lightning bar wrap around
Compensated:
Yes
Material:
Zamak
Plating Specs:
Satin Nickel
Part number:
430–10415S
Weight:
62.369 gm / 2.2 oz
Output Jack
Style:
1/4" mono with dual tip contact
Jack Plate
Style:
Square Les Paul
Material:
ABS– Black
Part Number:
430–19385
Weight:
2.0 gm / 0.07 oz
Strap Buttons
Material:
Aluminum
Plating Specs:
None
Part numbers:
430–19160 / 430–19160E
Weight:
4.0 gm / 0.14 oz
Plastics
Truss Rod Cover
Style:
black bell hot stamped white "Special"
Part Number:
430–19423
Knobs
Style:
Black top hat
Part Number:
430–19669
Dial Pointers
Yes/No:
No
Control Plate(s) (Backplate Cover)
Style:
Les Paul Special
Part Number:
430–19705
Trim Rings
Style:
Soap Bar Black
Part Number:
430–13913
Accessories
Case
Style:
Hard Shell
Color:
Gold Molded
Strap Locks:
No
Tools:
Truss Rod Wrench, .050 Allen wrench, G FORCE Charging Adapter
Manual:
Gibson USA Owner's and G FORCE QUICK START
COA/Other:
None
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