{"product_id":"gibson-les-paul-classic-1960-honeyburst-used","title":"Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960 Honeyburst, (Used)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGibson Les Paul Classic 1960 in Honeyburst\u003c\/strong\u003e combines traditional USA Les Paul construction with a noticeably slimmer neck and a much hotter pickup specification than a typical vintage-inspired Standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mahogany body with carved maple top provides the familiar Les Paul foundation, while the \u003cstrong\u003eSlim ’60s-style mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e give the Classic its distinctive fast-playing feel. Rather than vintage-output PAF-style pickups, this generation is equipped with Gibson’s \u003cstrong\u003e496R and 500T ceramic humbuckers\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering substantially more output, attack and definition for rock and higher-gain playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Honeyburst finish gives the carved maple top a classic faded-burst appearance without moving into the darker tones of Tobacco or Heritage Cherry Sunburst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pre-Owned example is offered in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and includes a \u003cstrong\u003ehardcase\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eKey Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGibson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLes Paul Classic 1960\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHoneyburst\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-Cut Solid Body\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlim ’60s Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGibson 496R \/ 500T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Owned, Very Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardcase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic Les Paul construction with slim neck and high-output ceramic pickups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRock, hard rock, blues rock and heavier styles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePre-Owned Condition Report\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVery Good Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eGibson Les Paul Classic 1960 Honeyburst\u003c\/strong\u003e is offered in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good condition means the guitar shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional and suitable for continued stage, studio, rehearsal and home use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo faults, repairs or modifications have been supplied for this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960 Honeyburst\u003cbr\u003e✔ Hardcase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ No Additional Accessories Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Les Paul Classic has been graded \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an appealing player-grade example for someone looking for the character of the earlier 1960-specification Classic without requiring collector-level cosmetic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Quality Control Assessment\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pre-Owned Gibson Les Paul has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur checks include both humbuckers, three-way pickup selector, individual volume and tone controls, output socket, frets, rosewood fingerboard, neck condition, tuning machines, Tune-o-matic-style bridge, stopbar tailpiece, hardware, tuning stability and overall playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied hardcase is also checked for basic usability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eService \/ Setup Work\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Pre-Owned electric guitars at Fair Deal Music are \u003cstrong\u003eset up and checked before leaving the shop\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur assessment includes action, neck relief, fret condition, intonation, tuning stability, electronics, pickup balance, bridge setup, hardware and overall playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that minor setup movement can occur during delivery as wooden instruments naturally respond to changes in temperature and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Choose The Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSlim ’60s Neck Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the defining features of this generation of Les Paul Classic is its \u003cstrong\u003eslimmer 1960-inspired neck\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with the fuller profiles found on many ’50s-style Les Pauls, the Classic feels noticeably faster under the fretting hand, making it especially appealing to players moving between traditional Les Pauls and more modern performance-oriented guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGibson 496R And 500T Humbuckers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic takes a much more aggressive approach to pickups than a vintage-style Les Paul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e496R neck and 500T bridge humbuckers use ceramic magnets\u003c\/strong\u003e and provide considerably more output than traditional PAF-inspired designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bridge pickup is especially powerful, delivering tight attack and strong upper-mid presence for distorted rhythm and lead work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Mahogany And Maple Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the hotter electronics, the fundamental construction remains recognisably Les Paul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mahogany body is paired with a carved maple top and set mahogany neck, giving the guitar the sustain, midrange weight and solid feel associated with the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e24.75\" Scale Length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional Gibson \u003cstrong\u003e24.75\" scale\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the strings a slightly softer feel than a typical 25.5\" guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes wide bends and vibrato particularly comfortable while contributing to the familiar Les Paul playing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraightforward Passive Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo volume controls, two tone controls and a three-way selector provide the familiar Les Paul control layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no coil splits, active circuits or batteries to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eClassic 1960 vs Modern Les Paul Classic\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important not to confuse this \u003cstrong\u003eLes Paul Classic 1960\u003c\/strong\u003e with Gibson’s much later modern Les Paul Classic models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe earlier Classic was conceived around the feel and appearance of a 1960 Les Paul Standard but paired that vintage-inspired foundation with much hotter \u003cstrong\u003e496R and 500T ceramic pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern Les Paul Classics have used different pickups, electronics, switching options and construction details depending on production period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor that reason, this listing follows the specification associated with the earlier \u003cstrong\u003e“1960” Classic generation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eComparison Against Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLes Paul Classic 1960 vs Les Paul Standard 50s\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Standard 50s places greater emphasis on a fuller neck and more traditionally voiced humbuckers. The Classic 1960 feels slimmer and delivers substantially more pickup output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLes Paul Classic 1960 vs Les Paul Standard 60s\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth appeal to players who prefer a slimmer neck. The Classic 1960 distinguishes itself through the aggressive 496R\/500T ceramic pickup set associated with this earlier generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLes Paul Classic 1960 vs Les Paul Studio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Studio strips away much of the cosmetic detailing to concentrate on core Les Paul performance. The Classic retains the bound top and fingerboard and a more traditional Standard-style appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLes Paul Classic 1960 vs SG Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn SG is lighter with easier upper-fret access and a different tonal balance. The Les Paul provides the denser feel, carved maple top and characteristic sustain associated with Gibson’s single-cut design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRock Guitarists\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 500T bridge pickup provides the output and aggression needed for classic and contemporary rock rhythm work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHard Rock And Metal Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ceramic pickups offer more attack and output than a traditional vintage-output Les Paul, making this generation of Classic particularly effective through high-gain amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLead Guitarists\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slim neck and 24.75\" scale make fast runs, wide bends and sustained lead playing particularly comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlayers Who Find Traditional Les Paul Necks Too Large\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love the construction and sound of a Les Paul but struggle with thick ’50s-style necks, the Classic 1960 is a particularly interesting alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlayers Looking For An Older USA Gibson\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarlier Les Paul Classics have developed their own following thanks to their distinctive combination of traditional Gibson construction, slim necks and unusually powerful pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSuitable Genres And Uses\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960 is particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003eclassic rock, hard rock, blues rock, metal, alternative, punk, grunge, lead guitar, heavy rhythm work, studio recording and live performance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Ceramic Humbuckers?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic magnets are often used where greater pickup output and a faster, more immediate attack are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Les Paul Classic 1960, the 496R and particularly the \u003cstrong\u003e500T bridge pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e give the instrument a more aggressive personality than a traditional low-output PAF-style Les Paul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey work particularly well when driving valve amps and distortion, where the extra output can produce strong sustain, tighter rhythm sounds and cutting lead tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who normally associate Les Pauls exclusively with warm vintage sounds may find the Classic considerably more forceful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context: Gibson Les Paul Classic\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLes Paul Classic was introduced in 1990\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts development was linked to demand for Les Pauls with the slimmer neck profile associated with original 1960 instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly Classics incorporated several vintage-inspired visual and construction details and were positioned unusually close to the emerging historic-reissue concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range gradually evolved during the 1990s and 2000s, but the \u003cstrong\u003eslim neck and hot 496R\/500T pickup combination\u003c\/strong\u003e became central characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “1960” association therefore refers to the inspiration behind the neck and styling rather than the guitar being a Custom Shop Historic 1960 Reissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, these earlier Classics occupy an interesting position in Gibson history: vintage-inspired in appearance and feel, but considerably more aggressive electronically than a conventional reissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Body Electric Guitar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGibson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLes Paul Classic 1960\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHoneyburst\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLes Paul\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMahogany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTop Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarved Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMahogany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Joint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet Neck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlim ’60s Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Frets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition Inlays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrapezoid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Binding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard Binding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Pickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGibson 496R Humbucker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBridge Pickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGibson 500T Humbucker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Magnet Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Volume, 2 Tone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Selector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Way Toggle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTune-o-Matic Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTailpiece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStopbar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNickel \/ Chrome-Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Owned, Very Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecification Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo serial number or production year has been supplied for this individual guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLes Paul Classic 1960 was produced across a number of years\u003c\/strong\u003e, and details such as bridge type, tuning machines, body weight-relief method and some cosmetic appointments changed during production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose generation-dependent details have therefore not been stated as confirmed specifications here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo battery or external power supply is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gibson 496R and 500T humbuckers and traditional Les Paul controls are entirely passive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the guitar to an amplifier, pedalboard, modeller or recording interface using a standard \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" instrument cable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying Pre-Owned can be one of the best ways to access older Gibson specifications that are no longer part of the current range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe earlier Les Paul Classic 1960 is particularly interesting because its \u003cstrong\u003e496R\/500T ceramic electronics and 1960-style slim neck\u003c\/strong\u003e give it a personality quite different from many modern Les Paul Standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Pre-Owned guitar at Fair Deal Music is individually checked and assessed before sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGibson Les Paul Classic 1960 Honeyburst\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the more distinctive interpretations of the traditional Les Paul formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt looks fundamentally classic, but the slim neck and extremely powerful ceramic humbuckers give it a noticeably faster and more aggressive personality than a vintage-style Standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor rock players who want genuine USA Gibson construction without giving up high-output pickups, this generation of Classic remains particularly appealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rock, hard rock and lead players wanting a slimmer, hotter Les Paul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Epiphone Les Pauls, Gibson Studios and mid-range single-cut guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marshall-style valve amplifiers, high-gain heads, overdrive, boost, wah, delay and reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 500T has significantly more output than many traditional Les Paul bridge pickups. Try reducing the guitar volume slightly for rhythm work, then bring it back to full output for leads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e The neck and pickups define this model. It retains the reassuring feel of a proper USA Les Paul but responds much more aggressively than a traditional vintage-output Standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur knowledgeable musician-led team can help you find the right instrument whether you're buying your first serious guitar, upgrading an existing setup or searching for something distinctive within the Pre-Owned market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully checked new and Pre-Owned musical equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirmingham showroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore than 6,000 Excellent customer reviews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast UK delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecades of experience with new and second hand musical equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next guitar could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges a wide range of guitars, basses, amplifiers, keyboards and other musical equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour existing gear could help reduce the cost of this Gibson Les Paul Classic. Contact our team for a \u003cstrong\u003eno-obligation valuation\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll be happy to discuss your options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this the same as the current Gibson Les Paul Classic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing relates to the earlier \u003cstrong\u003eLes Paul Classic “1960” generation\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for its slim neck and high-output ceramic pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a Custom Shop 1960 Reissue?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The “1960” designation refers to the model’s inspiration and slim neck specification. It should not be confused with Gibson Custom’s Historic 1960 Les Paul Standard Reissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pickups does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis generation of Les Paul Classic was fitted with a \u003cstrong\u003eGibson 496R neck humbucker and 500T bridge humbucker\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the pickups ceramic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both are high-output ceramic-magnet designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have a thick Les Paul neck?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. One of the defining features is its \u003cstrong\u003eslim 1960-style neck profile\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the scale length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses Gibson’s traditional \u003cstrong\u003e24.75\" scale length\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a hardcase included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This Pre-Owned example includes a \u003cstrong\u003ehardcase\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat year was this guitar made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo serial number has been supplied, so an exact production year has deliberately not been assumed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"USED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57361233215868,"sku":"Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960 Honeyburst, (Used)","price":1899.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/6457\/9484\/files\/DSC00285_a98cfbaf-69f8-499c-8798-ad3d97a02c9a.jpg?v=1787837566","url":"https:\/\/www.fairdealmusic.co.uk\/products\/gibson-les-paul-classic-1960-honeyburst-used","provider":"Fair Deal Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}