1972 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Goldtop

For your consideration, Garrett Park Guitars presents this 1972 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Goldtop.

This Les Paul Deluxe is an excellent example of an early-'70s Goldtop, featuring a pair of rare embossed mini-humbuckers that were only used for a relatively short period around 1972. These early minis have plenty of character and this Deluxe is a killer player with the tone to match.

The guitar is surprisingly manageable at 10lbs 1oz, with a well-balanced feel and no neck dive. The neck has a comfortable slim C-profile that gradually fills out toward the 12th fret and fits nicely in the hand. It's fully functional, plays great, and retains its original hardware, electronics, and finish.

This Les Paul Deluxe is accompanied by its original hardshell case.

Specifications

Model & Year

• Model: Gibson Les Paul Deluxe
• Year of manufacture: 1972
• Serial Number: 674780

Body

• Material: Carved maple over two-piece mahogany (pancake body)
• Finish: Original gold nitrocellulose lacquer
• Weight: 10lbs 1oz

Neck

• Material & Construction: Mahogany, set, three piece
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Profile shape: Rounded C
• Nut Width: 1.71"
• Depth: .81" (1st fret), 1.03" (12th)
• Inlays: Pearl trapezoids
• Frets: Original
• Tuners: Kluson Deluxe, double-ring, double-line

Hardware

• Bridge / Tailpiece: Original ABR-1 and stopbar
• Pickguard: Original
• Knobs: Original
• Strap buttons: Original

Electronics

• Pickups: Original mini-humbuckers
• Impedance / DCR readings:
  • Bridge: 6.92KΩ
  • Neck: 7.07KΩ
• Potentiometers: Original 
• Wiring: Original
• Switch: Original 3-way

Condition

• Cosmetic: Excellent with below-average wear and light checking
• Structural: Excellent with no cracks, breaks, or repairs
• Accessories: Original hardshell case