The 2015 Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut 100 in Vintage Sunburst is a distinctive USA-built anniversary model combining classic Les Paul Special simplicity with several features unique to Gibson’s 2015 range.

Built around a lightweight mahogany double-cutaway body and set mahogany neck, the guitar features two Gibson P-90 pickups, a rosewood fingerboard, wraparound bridge and the wider SlimTaper neck specification used during Gibson’s 2015 model year.

It is also fitted with Gibson’s G-Force automatic tuning system, allowing rapid standard and alternate tuning changes directly from the headstock. Please note that the charger for the G-Force battery is not included with this guitar.

Finished in Vintage Sunburst, this Pre-Owned example is in Very Good condition, weighs an actual 7.54 lbs, and includes a hardcase.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	Gibson
Model	Les Paul Special Double Cut 100
Year	2015
Finish	Vintage Sunburst
Pickups	Dual P-90
Tuners	Gibson G-Force
G-Force Charger	Not Included
Weight	7.54 lbs
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned
Case	Hardcase Included

PRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT

This is a Pre-Owned 2015 Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut 100 in Very Good condition.

The Very Good condition grade reflects a guitar that has been well cared for overall while showing the light signs of previous use expected from a Pre-Owned instrument.

The guitar retains its Gibson G-Force automatic tuning system.

Please note: the charger for the G-Force tuner battery is not included.

This individual guitar weighs 7.54 lbs.

A hardcase is included.

KEY FEATURES

• Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut

• 2015 100th Anniversary model

• Vintage Sunburst finish

• Made in USA

• Mahogany body

• Set mahogany neck

• SlimTaper neck profile

• Rosewood fingerboard

• 12" fingerboard radius

• 24.75" scale length

• 22 frets

• Wider 2015 neck specification

• Gibson P-90 neck pickup

• Gibson P-90 bridge pickup

• Passive electronics

• 3-way pickup selector

• Master Volume

• Master Tone

• Wraparound bridge

• Zero Fret Adjustable Nut

• Gibson G-Force automatic tuning system

• Les Paul 100th Anniversary headstock branding

• Actual measured weight of 7.54 lbs

• Very Good Pre-Owned condition

• Hardcase included

• G-Force battery charger not included

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

The Les Paul Special Double Cut has always been about directness: mahogany construction, two P-90 pickups and a simple control layout.

This 2015 anniversary version adds several features that make it stand apart from more traditional Specials, including the wider neck, adjustable Zero Fret Nut and G-Force tuning system.

The result is a guitar that still delivers the raw, articulate P-90 sound associated with a Les Paul Special while offering a distinctly different playing and tuning experience.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

100th Anniversary Model

The 2015 model year celebrated the 100th anniversary of Les Paul’s birth.

These guitars received dedicated anniversary appointments including Les Paul 100 headstock branding and Gibson’s 2015-specific hardware features.

Double-Cutaway Mahogany Body

The solid mahogany body uses the classic Les Paul Special Double Cut format.

The twin cutaways provide excellent upper-fret access while keeping the overall design simple and lightweight.

Vintage Sunburst Finish

The Vintage Sunburst finish gives this example a traditional Gibson appearance while highlighting the straightforward Special body shape.

Set Mahogany Neck

The mahogany neck is glued into the body, giving the guitar the familiar sustain and response associated with Gibson set-neck construction.

SlimTaper Profile

The neck uses Gibson’s redesigned SlimTaper profile from the 2015 model year.

It offers a relatively slim depth while maintaining a broader fingerboard width.

Wider 2015 Neck

One of the most distinctive features of Gibson’s 2015 guitars was a wider fingerboard and neck.

The increased width gives additional playing area at the edges of the fingerboard while retaining familiar string spacing.

Rosewood Fingerboard

The rosewood fingerboard provides a smooth, traditional playing surface and complements the warm response of the mahogany construction.

12" Radius

The 12" fingerboard radius provides a comfortable balance for chord work and string bending.

24.75" Scale Length

The classic Gibson 24.75" scale length provides a slightly softer string feel than longer 25.5" designs.

Dual P-90 Pickups

Two Gibson P-90 pickups provide the characteristic mix of single-coil clarity, strong midrange and gritty response that defines the Les Paul Special sound.

Neck P-90

The neck pickup offers a warm, rounded tone with considerably more articulation than a typical humbucker.

It works particularly well for blues, soul and cleaner rhythm playing.

Bridge P-90

The bridge pickup delivers more bite and upper-mid presence.

It is especially effective for rock, punk, garage and blues lead tones.

Simple Control Layout

The guitar uses a straightforward Master Volume, Master Tone and 3-way pickup selector.

This keeps operation quick and intuitive.

Wraparound Bridge

The lightweight wraparound bridge provides a direct string-to-body connection and contributes to the guitar’s lively response.

Zero Fret Adjustable Nut

The 2015 specification includes Gibson’s Zero Fret Adjustable Nut, allowing action at the nut end to be adjusted without conventional nut filing.

Gibson G-Force Tuners

The fitted Gibson G-Force automatic tuning system can tune the guitar electronically and access alternate tunings.

This is one of the defining features of Gibson’s 2015 model range.

Charger Not Included

The G-Force system uses a rechargeable battery.

The charger required to recharge that battery is not included with this guitar.

7.54 lbs Actual Weight

This individual guitar weighs 7.54 lbs, making it relatively manageable for a solid mahogany Gibson.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut 100 is particularly well suited to rock, blues, punk, garage, indie and roots players who want direct P-90 tones from a lightweight USA-made Gibson.

It should also appeal to players and collectors interested in Gibson’s distinctive 2015 anniversary specification.

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The Les Paul Special Double Cut works particularly well for:

• Rock

• Blues

• Punk

• Garage rock

• Indie

• Alternative

• Roots

• Soul

• Rhythm guitar

• Lead guitar

• Studio recording

The dual P-90 layout gives it a particularly lively response with overdrive and valve amplifiers.

HOW IT COMPARES

Les Paul Special vs Les Paul Standard

A Les Paul Standard typically uses a maple-capped mahogany body and dual humbuckers.

The Special is simpler, lighter and more direct, with dual P-90 pickups providing greater bite and openness.

P-90 vs Humbucker

A P-90 generally has more top-end attack and midrange edge than a traditional humbucker.

It retains the immediacy of a single coil while sounding fuller than many Fender-style pickups.

Double Cut vs Single Cut

The double-cutaway body provides easier access to the highest frets than a traditional single-cut Les Paul.

G-Force vs Conventional Tuners

Traditional tuners require manual tuning.

The G-Force system automates tuning and can also access alternate tunings, although it requires a charged battery to operate electronically.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Gibson
Model	Les Paul Special Double Cut 100
Year	2015
Anniversary	Les Paul 100th
Country of Manufacture	USA
Finish	Vintage Sunburst
Body Shape	Double Cutaway
Body Material	Mahogany
Neck Construction	Set Neck
Neck Material	Mahogany
Neck Profile	SlimTaper
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius	12"
Scale Length	24.75"
Frets	22
Nut	Zero Fret Adjustable Nut
Pickup Configuration	SS
Neck Pickup	Gibson P-90
Bridge Pickup	Gibson P-90
Electronics	Passive
Controls	Master Volume, Master Tone
Switching	3-Way Toggle
Bridge	Lightweight Wraparound
Tuners	Gibson G-Force Automatic Tuning System
G-Force Battery	Rechargeable
G-Force Charger	Not Included
Weight	7.54 lbs
Case	Hardcase Included
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned

POWER REQUIREMENTS

The guitar’s P-90 pickup electronics are passive and require no battery.

The Gibson G-Force tuning system uses a rechargeable battery for its automatic tuning functions.

The battery charger is not included with this guitar.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Players wanting a lightweight USA Gibson with aggressive P-90 character, easy upper-fret access and the distinctive features of Gibson’s 2015 anniversary range.

Customers usually upgrade from: Epiphone Les Paul Specials, P-90-equipped solid bodies and entry-level USA-style guitars.

Most commonly paired with: Valve amplifiers, overdrive, fuzz, boost, delay and reverb.

Our tip: The dual P-90 arrangement is the real heart of this guitar. Run it into a lightly driven valve amplifier and use the guitar’s Volume control to move between cleaner rhythm sounds and more aggressive breakup.

Showroom feedback: The 2015 Les Paul Special Double Cut is a distinctive guitar because it combines a very traditional P-90 formula with some of Gibson’s most unusual modern features. At 7.54 lbs, this example is also comfortably manageable for a mahogany-bodied Gibson.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned 2015 Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut 100 offers the opportunity to own an unusual USA-made anniversary model with genuine P-90 character.

This example is in Very Good condition, weighs 7.54 lbs, and includes a hardcase.

Please remember that the G-Force tuner battery charger is not included.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut used?

Yes. This is a Pre-Owned 2015 Gibson Les Paul Special Double Cut 100 in Very Good condition.

What year was it made?

This is a 2015 model.

What does the 100 refer to?

The 2015 model commemorated the 100th anniversary of Les Paul’s birth.

Where was it made?

It was made in the USA.

What finish does it have?

It has a Vintage Sunburst finish.

What is the body made from?

The body is made from mahogany.

What is the neck made from?

It has a set mahogany neck.

What fingerboard does it have?

It uses a rosewood fingerboard.

What is the scale length?

It uses Gibson’s traditional 24.75" scale length.

How many frets does it have?

It has 22 frets.

What pickups does it have?

It has two Gibson P-90 pickups.

Are the pickups active?

No. They are passive.

What controls does it have?

It uses a Master Volume, Master Tone and 3-way pickup selector.

What bridge does it use?

It uses a lightweight wraparound bridge.

What is the Zero Fret Adjustable Nut?

It is Gibson’s adjustable nut system used on many 2015 models, allowing nut height to be altered without conventional filing.

Does it have G-Force tuners?

Yes. The guitar retains the Gibson G-Force automatic tuning system.

Does the G-Force tuner work from a battery?

Yes. The system uses a rechargeable battery.

Is the G-Force battery charger included?

No. The G-Force battery charger is not included.

Can the guitar still be tuned manually?

The G-Force tuning machines can be adjusted manually, although care should be taken to follow the correct operating procedure for the system.

Does the guitar itself require a battery to make sound?

No. The pickups are passive. Battery power is only required for the automatic G-Force tuning functions.

How much does it weigh?

This individual guitar weighs 7.54 lbs.

Does it come with a case?

Yes. A hardcase is included.

What condition is it in?

This example is in Very Good condition.

Is it suitable for rock?

Yes. Dual P-90 pickups make the Les Paul Special particularly well suited to rock and driven guitar tones.

Is it good for punk and garage rock?

Yes. The direct construction, lightweight feel and aggressive P-90 response make it particularly well suited to those styles.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. A video demo can be useful for hearing the P-90 pickups and seeing the G-Force tuning system in operation.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers guitars and a wide range of other musical equipment for part exchange.