Gibson Les Paul Recording – 1973

The Gibson Les Paul Recording from 1973 is one of the most innovative models in the Les Paul family, featuring a unique blend of classic Gibson craftsmanship and cutting-edge electronics for its time. Drawing inspiration from the Les Paul Personal and Les Paul Professional, the Recording model is equipped with several advanced features that set it apart from the rest of the Les Paul lineup, making it a highly sought-after collector's piece and a perfect instrument for discerning players.

Key Features:
  
Model Year: 1973
  
Serial Number: 136427
  
Weight: 10.2 lbs
  
Finish: Walnut, with a beautiful, natural wood grain that brings out the warmth and elegance of this guitar.
  
Body: Mahogany body with a carved top, known for its resonance and rich tonal character.
  
Neck: Mahogany neck, offering excellent stability and sustain.
  
Fingerboard: Rosewood, with a smooth feel for comfortable playability.
  
Neck Profile: Slim taper for fast playability and smooth transitions across the fretboard.
  
Scale Length: 24.75"
  
Frets: In excellent condition, offering a smooth playing experience.
  
Bridge: The guitar features the Harmonica bridge, a distinctive design known for its improved sustain and tonal clarity, offering precise intonation adjustments and greater stability.
  
Headstock: Classic Gibson style, with the Les Paul Recording logo clearly visible.
  
Innovative Electronics: Features a high/low impedance selector, phase switch, and Decade Selector for a range of unique sounds. The Decade Selector allows you to select between different tonal "decades" (like early, middle, and late) that affect the frequency response and overall character of the guitar’s sound, giving players incredible tonal flexibility.
  
Pickups: Low-impedance pickups designed to capture the full richness of the instrument’s tonal palette.
  
Hardware: Original hardware, ensuring stability and reliability during performance and studio use.

Sound and Performance:

The Gibson Les Paul Recording delivers a sound that is both clear and full-bodied, with detailed highs and deep, warm lows. The low-impedance pickups provide a cleaner, more transparent tone, making it ideal for recording and live performances where clarity and definition are crucial. The high/low impedance selector offers players the flexibility to tailor their tone to suit various playing styles, from bright, cutting leads to rich, thick rhythm sounds. The phase switch adds an extra layer of sonic possibilities, perfect for musicians looking to experiment with their sound.

A Collector’s Dream:

The Les Paul Recording was not just a revolutionary design for its time, it was also a favorite of Les Paul himself, who appreciated its unique design and advanced features. Known for its innovative electronics—such as the high/low impedance selector, phase switch, and its low-impedance pickups—this guitar was designed to be a versatile studio tool while retaining the rich tonal qualities that make Les Pauls so beloved by musicians worldwide.

If you’re a collector of rare Gibsons or a musician looking for a vintage guitar that delivers both in tone and innovation, the Gibson Les Paul Recording 1973 is a must-have.

Included:
  
Hard Case: Protects the guitar with a custom-fit, durable case that matches its quality.