Name: Epiphone Inspired by Gibson 1957 Les Paul Standard 2025 - Gold Top
SKU: 48242
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Epiphone Inspired by Gibson 1957 Les Paul Standard Gold Top with Case

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About the original Gibson 1957 Les Paul

In 1957, the Gibson Les Paul saw a pivotal change with the introduction of humbucking pickups, designed by Seth Lover, which replaced the P-90s, leading to a fuller, more versatile tone and paving the way for the iconic Les Paul Standard.

Here’s a more detailed look at the 1957 Les Paul’s history:

Humbucker Innovation:

The 1957 Les Paul is significant for the introduction of the “Patent Applied For” (PAF) humbucking pickups, which were designed by Seth Lover to reduce hum and enhance tone.
Transition from P-90s:

Prior to 1957, Les Paul models featured P-90 single-coil pickups, which were known for their distinctive tone but also produced more hum.
Goldtop Finish:

The 1957 Les Pauls, particularly the Standard, were known for their iconic Goldtop finish, which was later replaced by the sunburst finish in 1958.
Les Paul Standard:

The 1957 Les Paul Standard, with its humbuckers and Goldtop finish, is considered a cornerstone of the Les Paul’s evolution and a highly sought-after vintage guitar.

Epiphone inspired by Gibson 1957 Les Paul Standard Gold Top

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