The Gibson Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard in Ebony is a distinctive artist-spec Les Paul created in collaboration with Noel Gallagher, combining classic Gibson construction with a pair of chrome-covered P-90 pickups and visual details inspired by his touring instruments.

Built around a non-weight-relieved mahogany body with maple cap, SlimTaper mahogany neck and bound rosewood fingerboard, it offers the familiar sustain and solidity of a Les Paul with the extra attack, openness and midrange character of P-90 pickups.

This pre-owned example is presented in Very Good Condition, showing some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional. Serial number 202060258. A hardcase is included.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	Gibson
Model	Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard
Finish	Ebony
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good Condition
Serial Number	202060258
Included	Hardcase
Main Appeal	Artist-spec USA Les Paul with distinctive chrome-covered P-90 pickups
Best For	Britpop, rock, indie, blues, alternative and live performance

Condition Overview

Very Good Condition

This Gibson Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard is presented in Very Good Condition.

Under the Fair Deal Music grading system, Very Good Condition means the guitar shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful ownership while remaining fully functional and well suited to regular playing, recording and live use.

What’s Included?

✔ Gibson Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard Ebony
✔ Hardcase

✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

The guitar displays some cosmetic signs of previous use consistent with its Very Good condition grading.

No specific faults, repairs or modifications are recorded.

Serial Number: 202060258

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned Gibson Les Paul has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before being offered for sale.

Our checks include:

• Neck P-90 pickup tested
• Bridge P-90 pickup tested
• Three-way selector checked
• Volume controls checked
• Tone controls checked
• Output jack tested
• Neck condition assessed
• Rosewood fingerboard inspected
• Frets checked
• Grover tuners checked
• ABR-1 bridge assessed
• Stop Bar tailpiece checked
• Hardware inspected
• General playability assessed
• Hardcase checked for basic usability

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked for setup and playability before leaving the shop.

Key areas assessed include:

• Action
• Neck relief
• Fret condition
• Intonation
• Tuning stability
• Pickup operation
• Electronics
• Bridge setup
• Hardware
• General playability

Wooden instruments can move slightly during transportation as temperature and humidity change, so minor setup adjustment may occasionally be desirable according to individual playing preference.

What Makes The Gibson Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard Special?

The Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard stands apart from a conventional Les Paul Standard through its combination of artist-specified styling and P-90 electronics. Chrome-covered Soapbar P-90s give it a more open and cutting voice than traditional humbuckers, while the black five-ply pickguard, chrome hardware and Ebony finish create a strong visual identity.

Its construction remains firmly rooted in classic Les Paul territory, with a solid mahogany body, maple cap, mahogany SlimTaper neck and bound rosewood fingerboard. The result is a guitar that retains the weight, sustain and feel players expect from a Les Paul while offering a more articulate pickup response.

Key Features & Benefits

Chrome-Covered Gibson P-90 Pickups

The twin Soapbar P-90 pickups deliver a strong combination of clarity, midrange bite and dynamic response. They can move from warm clean sounds to aggressive overdrive without losing the note definition that makes P-90-equipped guitars so popular for rock and indie playing.

Non-Weight-Relieved Mahogany Body

The solid mahogany body uses no weight relief and is paired with a maple cap, giving the guitar the substantial feel and resonant character associated with traditional Les Paul construction.

SlimTaper Mahogany Neck

The SlimTaper profile provides a relatively streamlined Gibson neck feel, making the guitar comfortable for chord work, rhythm playing and faster lead passages without moving away from the familiar Les Paul platform.

Hand-Wired Electronics

Two volume controls and two tone controls are hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitors, giving each pickup independent adjustment and allowing players to create contrasting rhythm and lead sounds directly from the guitar.

ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic And Aluminium Stop Bar

The ABR-1 bridge and aluminium Stop Bar provide the familiar Les Paul setup for accurate intonation, stable string anchoring and straightforward adjustment.

Signature Styling

The Ebony finish, black five-ply pickguard, chrome pickup covers and Noel Gallagher signature reproduction decal on the rear of the headstock give this model a distinctive appearance without overwhelming the traditional Les Paul silhouette.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard vs Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s

The Les Paul Standard 50s uses traditional humbuckers and a fuller vintage-style neck profile, making it ideal for players chasing classic late-1950s Les Paul character. The Noel Gallagher model offers a slimmer neck and P-90 pickups, giving it a more immediate and articulate sound with stronger indie and alternative-rock appeal.

Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard vs Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s

The Standard 60s shares a relatively slim neck feel but uses humbuckers for a smoother, thicker response. The Noel Gallagher model is better suited to players who want more pickup attack, rawness and single-coil-style definition while retaining the sustain and construction of a Les Paul.

Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard vs Gibson Les Paul Special

A Les Paul Special also offers P-90 pickups but uses a simpler slab-mahogany construction without the carved maple cap of a Les Paul Standard. The Noel Gallagher model combines P-90 character with the more substantial construction, binding and hardware associated with a full Les Paul Standard.

Who Is It For?

Oasis and Noel Gallagher fans – An obvious choice for players who want a Gibson developed around Noel Gallagher's touring specification.

Britpop and indie guitarists – The P-90 pickups provide the bite and definition needed for layered rhythm guitars, open chords and driven alternative tones.

Rock players – Its non-weight-relieved mahogany body and P-90s make it equally comfortable handling crunchy rhythm parts and expressive lead sounds.

Blues guitarists – P-90 pickups respond particularly well to touch and volume-control changes, making them excellent for dynamic blues playing.

Players wanting something different from a standard humbucker Les Paul – It retains the classic Les Paul feel while delivering a noticeably more open and aggressive pickup response.

Suitable Genres & Applications

Particularly well suited to:

• Britpop
• Indie rock
• Alternative rock
• Classic rock
• Blues
• Blues rock
• Rock and roll
• Garage rock
• Pop rock
• Studio recording
• Live performance
• Rhythm guitar
• Lead guitar
• Overdriven valve amplifiers
• Pedal-based rigs

Why Choose A P-90 Les Paul?

P-90 pickups sit between traditional Fender-style single coils and full-size Gibson humbuckers in both feel and tone.

They have the immediacy and upper-mid clarity of a single coil but generally sound fuller and more muscular, making them especially effective for players who want chords to remain defined under overdrive.

In a Les Paul, that character combines with the sustain and solidity of mahogany-and-maple construction. The result can feel more aggressive and direct than a humbucker-equipped Les Paul without losing the depth and authority that make the design so popular.

Story & Context

The Gibson Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard was developed with Noel Gallagher around the guitars used for the Oasis Live '25 era.

Rather than simply adding signature graphics to an existing model, Gibson incorporated a combination of features that give the guitar its own identity: chrome-covered P-90 pickups, a five-ply black pickguard, SlimTaper neck, Grover Rotomatic tuners and a reproduction of Gallagher's signature on the rear of the headstock.

The specification reflects the type of straightforward, powerful electric guitar tone closely associated with Gallagher's playing: strong rhythm sounds, plenty of midrange presence and enough articulation for large arrangements without relying on extremely high-output pickups.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Gibson
Model	Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard
Finish	Ebony
Body Shape	Les Paul
Body Material	Mahogany
Top Material	Maple
Weight Relief	None
Body Finish	Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck Material	Mahogany
Neck Profile	SlimTaper
Neck Construction	Glued-In Set Neck
Fingerboard Material	Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius	12"
Scale Length	24.75" / 628.65mm
Number of Frets	22
Fret Size	Medium Jumbo
Fingerboard Inlays	Acrylic Trapezoid
Nut Material	Graph Tech
Nut Width	43.05mm / 1.7"
Pickup Configuration	SS
Neck Pickup	Gibson Soapbar P-90
Bridge Pickup	Gibson Soapbar P-90
Pickup Covers	Chrome
Electronics	Passive
Controls	2 Volume, 2 Tone
Wiring	Hand-Wired with Orange Drop Capacitors
Pickup Selector	3-Way Toggle
Bridge	ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece	Aluminium Stop Bar
Tuners	Grover Rotomatic with Kidney Buttons
Pickguard	Black 5-Ply
Hardware Finish	Chrome
Headstock Detail	Noel Gallagher Signature Reproduction Decal
Serial Number	202060258
Included	Hardcase
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good Condition

Power Requirements

No battery or external power supply is required.

The P-90 pickups and control circuit are completely passive and connect to an amplifier, pedalboard, modeller or audio interface using a standard 1/4" instrument cable.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Gibson Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard in Ebony is much more than a conventional artist-branded Les Paul. The chrome-covered P-90s give it a distinctive, open voice that works brilliantly for Britpop, indie, blues and straight-ahead rock, while the solid mahogany and maple construction keeps the familiar weight and authority of a traditional Les Paul.

This Very Good Condition example, complete with hardcase, is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a characterful USA-made Gibson with genuine artist association and a specification that feels meaningfully different from the standard humbucker-equipped Les Paul formula.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Buying pre-owned gives you access to desirable instruments at competitive prices while still benefiting from the confidence of purchasing through an established specialist retailer.

Every pre-owned guitar at Fair Deal Music is individually assessed before sale, giving you a clear picture of the condition and included items of the actual instrument you are purchasing.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music is Birmingham's largest independent music store, combining a major city-centre showroom with nationwide ecommerce and decades of experience buying and selling new, used and pre-owned musical equipment.

When you buy from us, you benefit from:

• Family-run independent retailer established in 1987
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Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation and find out what your current gear could be worth towards this Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an official Gibson Noel Gallagher signature model?

Yes. This is the official Gibson Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard, developed in collaboration with Noel Gallagher.

Does it use humbuckers?

No. This model uses two Gibson Soapbar P-90 pickups with distinctive chrome covers.

What do P-90 pickups sound like?

P-90s provide more bite and openness than many traditional humbuckers while retaining more body and midrange weight than a typical Fender-style single coil. They work especially well for rock, indie, blues and overdriven rhythm playing.

Is the body weight relieved?

No. The Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard uses a non-weight-relieved mahogany body with a maple cap.

What neck profile does it have?

It uses Gibson's SlimTaper neck profile, giving it a relatively streamlined feel compared with larger vintage-style Les Paul necks.

Does it have traditional Les Paul controls?

Yes. It has two volume controls, two tone controls and a three-way pickup selector, allowing independent adjustment of each pickup.

What is unusual about the pickguard?

The guitar uses a black five-ply pickguard, visually closer to the style associated with a Les Paul Custom than the more common cream Standard pickguard.

Does it require a battery?

No. The pickups and electronics are passive.

Is this guitar suitable for high-gain playing?

Yes. P-90s can sound aggressive and articulate through high-gain amps, although they naturally produce more single-coil noise than conventional humbuckers.

Is this only suitable for Oasis-style music?

No. While the Noel Gallagher association is a major part of the model's appeal, its P-90 electronics and traditional Les Paul construction make it highly versatile for rock, blues, alternative, indie and recording work.

Does it come with a hardcase?

Yes. A hardcase is included.

Is this suitable for live performance?

Yes. The Les Paul platform, Grover tuners and versatile P-90 pickup arrangement make it a strong working guitar for rehearsals and live use.

Can I view the guitar before buying?

Yes. This individual pre-owned Gibson can be viewed at the Fair Deal Music Birmingham showroom, subject to availability.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. Our Request a Video Demo service is ideal if you would like a closer look at the condition and individual character of the guitar before purchasing.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers trade-ins and part exchanges across a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation.