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Browse the 2015 Model Year
Les Paul CM 2015
A Raw Rock Monster
$699
Midtown Standard
Sustain and Tone
$1,299
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Classic simplicity with power
$899
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Second P-90 and improved neck joint
$1,099
LPM 2015
Most affordable carved top LP
$1,149
Les Paul Studio 2015
Bold aesthetics with coil tap
$1,229
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
Slim back with scarf comfort
$2,099
Les Paul Classic 2015
Most affordable full sized LP
$2,279
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
New design mini humbuckers
$2,379-2,529
Les Paul Traditional 2015
No weight relief
$2,879
Les Paul Standard 2015
Compound radius fingerboard
$3,759
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
Abalone and quilt
$4,999
Les Paul Supreme 2015
The Best of Everything
$6,599
SG Special 2015
24 fret neck
$1,079
SG Standard 2015
Compound radius fingerboard
$1,879
Derek Trucks SG 2015
Artist specifications
$2,399
SG Standard Bass 2015
Short scale neck
$1,679
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Full contact bridge/Updated electronics
$2,599
Firebird V 2015
Neck through design
$2,099
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Firebird V 2015
Unparalleled sustain
Vanguards of
Innovation
$2,099
Clear Mini–Humbucker tones, with super sustain from legendary Firebird "neck–through" construction.
Zero Fret Adjustable Nut (patent applied for)
The patent applied for Zero Fret Adjustable Nut increases sustain, promotes accurate intonation, and improves action by offering a wide, range of nut adjustments. Slide guitarists can raise and lower action easily.
Upgraded Tune-O-Matic Bridge with Titanium Saddles
An Allen wrench-compatible thumbscrew easily adjusts the bridge height, and specially notched titanium saddles match each string so notes ring more clearly and sustain longer.
Wider Neck and Fingerboard
A wider neck and fingerboard increase playing comfort for hammer-ons, pull-offs, and bends, yet the same string spacing retains a familiar, consistent feel.
Comprehensive Wood Selection
Gibson USA matches the rarest and finest woods to every guitar based on the quality of the match, consistency of the figure, intensity of the figure, clarity, and wave.
Thicker Rosewood Fingerboard
The increased mass of a thicker, one-piece rosewood fingerboard extends sustain.
Pearl Inlays
Genuine pearl inlays enhance the guitar's appearance and increase its value.
Smoother Sanded, Buffed and Oiled Fingerboard
A new, unique oil-treated buffing process upgrades the fingerboard to a silkier feel.
Comprehensive Setup
A new comprehensive setup and PLEK program combined with a lower fret height on every Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitar provides a silky smooth feel, accurate intonation, and easy bending.
Improved Output Jack
The re-designed jack houses a more secure, multipoint connection for better signal transfer and holds cables more firmly in place.
Heavier Gauge Wire
All Gibson USA guitars now use thicker, stranded wire that provides more surface area for making strong internal connections.
New and Improved Hardshell Case
The new and improved hardshell case for 2015 upgrades the look and strength. Made to withstand an up to 15-foot drop (up to four times more resistant to drops than other cases), the tough, ergonomic, molded exterior and cushioned interior provide maximum protection as well as insulation from temperature and humidity extremes.
New and Improved in 2015
Zero Fret Adjustable Nut (patent applied for):
Added action adjustment
Upgraded Tune–o–matic bridge with titanium saddles:
Ease of height adjustment and sustain
Wider neck and fingerboard:
Increased playing area with same string spacing
Comprehensive wood selection and grading:
Rarest and finest materials for best instruments
Thicker Rosewood Fingerboard:
Increased mass for sustain
Pearl Inlays:
Better appearance and value
Smoother sanded, buffed and oiled fingerboard:
Improved playability and feel
Comprehensive Setup (Lower Frets, Improved Plek, Intonation):
Silky smooth action and bending, improved intonation
Improved contact output jack:
Secure contact and uninterrupted signal
More robust cables:
Stronger signal strength
New & Improved Hardshell Case:
Improved protection (up to 15 foot drop), sleek, ergonomic, made in USA
Body
Body
Wood Species:
Mahogany
Pieces:
multi matched
Grade:
Ultra low
Binding:
None
Weight
Average Weight (body only):
1.28 kg / 2.82 lbs
Materials Used
Glue:
Franklin Titebond 50
Tonal, Resonant, and/or Technical Effect:
A Solid mahogany body has the most sustain
Body Contour
Carve:
Flat
Wood Selection Scale
Body Grade:
Density:
Grain:
High Density/High Grain Variations
specifies the densest wood for a bright tone with prominent grain variations.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
LPM 2015
The Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature four different backs, from ultra-low density with light weight and clear grain to high-density wood with strong grain variations.
High
Variations
Medium Density/Medium Grain Variations
specifies moderately dense wood for a balance of comfort and tone, with medium grain variations.
Models featuring
Les Paul Studio 2015
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
SG Special 2015
The Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature four different backs, from ultra-low density with light weight and clear grain to high-density wood with strong grain variations.
Medium
Medium
Low Density/Slight Grain Variations
specifies light wood for a balance of comfort and tone, with slight grain variations.
Models featuring
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Midtown Standard
The Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature four different backs, from ultra-low density with light weight and clear grain to high-density wood with strong grain variations.
Low
Slight
Ultra-Low Density/Clear
specifies the lightest wood for comfort, and offers a naturally uniform grain pattern.
Models featuring
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
SG Standard 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
Derek Trucks SG 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Firebird V 2015
The Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature four different backs, from ultra-low density with light weight and clear grain to high-density wood with strong grain variations.
Ultra Low
Clear
Body Contour
Carve:
Flat
the minimalist, straight forward body style translated into a more affordable guitar design
Models featuring
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
SG Special 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
SG Standard 2015
Derek Trucks SG 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Firebird V 2015
Midtown Standard
The four body types available on Gibson USA's 2015 Model Year guitars range from flat to enhanced carve.
Flat
Slight Carve
adds a subtle curve that accents the guitar's shape.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
LPM 2015
Les Paul Studio 2015
The four body types available on Gibson USA's 2015 Model Year guitars range from flat to enhanced carve.
Slight
Classic Carve
provides moderate carving that emphasizes the guitar's shape and grain.
Models featuring
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
Les Paul Supreme 2015
The four body types available on Gibson USA's 2015 Model Year guitars range from flat to enhanced carve.
Classic
Enhanced Carve
delivers the maximum amount of carving, highlighting the grain patterns and increasing the visual impact.
Models featuring
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
The four body types available on Gibson USA's 2015 Model Year guitars range from flat to enhanced carve.
Enhanced
Neck
Neck
Wood Species:
Mahogany/Walnut neck thru
Pieces:
9 ply multi laminate
Details
Truss Rod:
Firebird
Profile:
Slim Taper™
Thickness at Fret 1:
20.32 mm / .800"
Thickness at Fret 12:
21.59 mm / .850"
Other Materials:
Franklin Titebond 50
Average Weight:
1.54 kg / 3.4 lb
Peg Head
Type:
Firebird
Inlay:
Peg Head Binding:
Logo:
Silkscreen:
Headstock Angle:
14 degrees
Tonal, Resonant, and/or Technical Effect:
The mahogany/walnut neck through construction provide maximum sustain and strength.
Neck Fit
Joint Angle:
3.5 degrees
Joint Angle Tolerance:
0 deg 0 min 15 sec
Type:
Neck through break angle
Gauges Used:
Pitch Height Gauge, Alignment Gauge
Nut
Style:
Zero Fret Nut
Material:
Cryogenically treated Brass
Width:
4.5993 cm / 1.795"
Slots:
E: 1.4732 mm / 0.058 inches
A: 1.2192 mm / 0.048 inches
D: 0.9652 mm / 0.038 inches
G: 0.7112 mm / 0.028 inches
B: 0.4826 mm / 0.019 inches
e: 0.3556 mm / 0.014 inches
Fingerboard
Wood Species:
Rosewood
Pieces:
1
Shade:
Dark
Fingerboard Details
Radius:
30.48 cm / 12"
Frets:
22
Nut/End of Board:
4.5993 cm / 1.795" @ nut, 5.9944 cm / 2.360" @ end of board
Scale:
62.865 cm / 24.75"
Binding:
Cream
Side Dots (Color):
Black
Fingerboard Inlays
Style:
Trapezoid
Material:
Mother of Pearl
Dimensions:
From 16.51 mm x 29.718 mm / 0.66" x 1.17 " to 6.096 mm x 39.624 mm / 0.24" x 1.56"
Average Weight:
117.93 gm / 4.16 oz
Wood Selection Scale
Fingerboard:
Shade:
Grain:
Fingerboard — Light
Light shade rosewood with some grain variations.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
LPM 2015
Les Paul Studio 2015
SG Special 2015
All Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature high-quality rosewood with different looks ranging from dark to light.
Light
Variations
Fingerboard — Medium
Medium shade rosewood with slight grain variations
Models featuring
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Midtown Standard
All Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature high-quality rosewood with different looks ranging from dark to light.
Medium
Slight Variations
Fingerboard — Dark
Dark rosewood with a uniform grain pattern.
Models featuring
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
SG Standard 2015
Derek Trucks SG 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Firebird V 2015
All Gibson USA 2015 Model Year guitars feature high-quality rosewood with different looks ranging from dark to light.
Dark
Uniform
Neck Profile
Slim Taper
Neck Profile — SlimTaper™ 1st Fret
SlimTaper™'s slimmer neck taper promotes faster playing
Models featuring
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
Les Paul Studio 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
SG Special 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
SG Standard 2015
Derek Trucks SG 2015
Firebird V 2015
Midtown Standard
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — SlimTaper™ 12th Fret
SlimTaper™'s slimmer neck taper promotes faster playing.
Models featuring
Les Paul Junior Single Cut 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015
Les Paul Special Double Cutaway 2015 Heritage Cherry
Les Paul Studio 2015
Les Paul Classic 2015
SG Special 2015
SG Standard 2015 Fireburst
SG Standard 2015
Derek Trucks SG 2015
Firebird V 2015
Midtown Standard
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Slim Taper Asym
Neck Profile — SlimTaper™ Asymmetrical 1st Fret
SlimTaper™ Asymmetrical's design provides a more ergonomic grip for guitarists who keep their thumb on the neck's back
Models featuring
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — SlimTaper™ Asymmetrical 12th Fret
SlimTaper™ Asymmetrical's design provides a more ergonomic grip for guitarists who keep their thumb on the neck's back.
Models featuring
Les Paul Standard 2015
Les Paul Standard 2015 Tobacco Sunburst Candy
Les Paul Standard Premium Quilt 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Rounded
Neck Profile — Rounded 1st Fret
Rounded's traditional look and substantial feel.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
LPM 2015
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — Rounded 12th Fret
Rounded's traditional look and substantial feel.
Models featuring
Les Paul CM 2015
LPM 2015
Les Paul Less Plus 2015
SG Standard Bass 2015
Thunderbird Bass 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Rounded Asym
Neck Profile — Rounded Asymmetrical 1st Fret
Rounded Asymmetrical increases sustain and adds a twist to standard rounded necks by providing a more ergonomic grip for guitarists who keep their thumb on the neck's back.
Models featuring
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
Les Paul Supreme 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — Rounded Asymmetrical 12th Fret
Rounded Asymmetrical increases sustain and adds a twist to standard rounded necks by providing a more ergonomic grip for guitarists who keep their thumb on the neck's back.
Models featuring
Les Paul Deluxe 2015
Les Paul Supreme 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Rounded XL
Neck Profile — Rounded XL1st Fret
Rounded XL thickens the rounded design to provide maximum sustain, while also recalling the shape of the earliest Les Pauls.
Models featuring
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
1st Fret
Neck Profile — Rounded XL12th Fret
Rounded XL thickens the rounded design to provide maximum sustain, while also recalling the shape of the earliest Les Pauls.
Models featuring
Les Paul Traditional 2015
Gibson USA's new 2015 Model Year offers the five most popular neck designs to accommodate individual playing styles.
12th Fret
Finishes
Vintage Sunburst
Color Code:
VS
Surface Texture:
Smooth/ Hi Gloss 90 Sheen Lacquer
Filler:
Walnut
Sealer:
1–1.5 mils
Top:
Sunburst Yellow #508–Y5V–1167 w/ New Red Brown #508–1185D–H5PRS
Top Coat:
Hi Gloss Lacquer/ 90 Sheen 7–8 mils
Scraped:
Fingerboard Sides and Nut
Electronics
Pickups
Rhythm
Lead
Style:
495R Mini Humbucker Fbird
495T Mini Humbucker Fbird
Winds/Coil: Screw side/Slug side:
7000
8400
Material of Wire (gauge):
Copper (44)
Copper (45)
Coil Dimensions (per coil):
6.57 cm x 1.27 cm / 2.59" x 0.50"
6.57 cm x 1.27 cm / 2.59" x 0.50"
Coil Material:
ABS
ABS
Coil Winding Process:
Machine Wound
Machine Wound
Pole Piece Material:
steel blade
steel blade
Pole Piece Position from Nut:
47.3075 cm / 18.625"
59.52998 cm / 23.437 inches
Slug Material:
steel blade
steel blade
Slug Dimensions (diameter x length):
5.74 cm x 1.27 cm x 3.175 mm / 2.26" x .50" x. 125"
5.74 cm x 1.27 cm x 3.175 mm / 2.26" x .50" x. 125"
Magnet Material:
Ceramic
Ceramic
Magnet Position from Nut:
48.26 cm / 19"
58.7375cm / 23.125"
Magnet Dimensions:
6.35 cm x 1.27 mm / 2.5" x 0.5"
6.35 cm x 1.27 mm / 2.5" x 0.5"
Polarities:
Screw side is the south pole of magnet
Screw side is the south pole of magnet
Cover:
Chrome plated
Chrome plated
Qfactor:
3.28
2.46
ResistanceDC:
14.28k ohms
25.25k ohms
Resonant Frequency:
3448.71 Hz
2482.71 Hz
Tonal & Resonant Advancements:
The Ceramic magnets provide a crisp bright tone while the higher windings of thinner wire create articulate highs and higher output
Control Pocket Assembly
Lead Volume
Rhythm Volume
Type:
500K Non–Linear
500K Non–Linear
Peak Voltage:
500V
500V
Range:
0–500K
0–500K
Power Rating:
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
Resistance Tolerance:
+/– 20%
+/– 20%
Minimum Resistance:
200 ohms
200 ohms
Lead Tone
Rhythm Tone
Type:
500K Non–Linear
500K Non–Linear
Peak Voltage:
500V
500V
Range:
0–500K
0–500K
Power Rating:
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
Resistance Tolerance:
+/– 20%
+/– 20%
Minimum Resistance:
200 ohms
200 ohms
Capacitors:
Lead Value
Rhythm
.022 uF
.022 uF
Hardware
Tuning Keys
Style:
Steinberger Gearless Tuners
Material:
Steel
Weight:
28 gm / 0.98 oz
Tuning Keys Details
Tuning Ratio:
40:1
Gear Type:
None
What is allowable turn:
+/– 2 degrees
Plating specs:
Chrome
Part numbers:
430–14163
String Dimensions
E:
1.1684mm / 0.046"
A:
0.9144 mm / 0.036"
D:
0.6604 mm / 0.026"
G:
0.4064mm / 0.016"
B:
0.2794mm / 0.011"
e:
0.2286mm / 0.009"
Bridge
Style:
Tune–o–matic w /Titanium saddles
Material:
Zamak base
Plating Specs:
Chrome
Part number:
430–14384
Weight:
72.5748 gm / 2.56 oz
Dimensions of String Slots
E:
1.4732mm / 0.058"
A:
1.2192mm / 0.048"
D:
0.9652mm / 0.038"
G:
0.7112mm / 0.028"
B:
0.4826mm / 0.019''
e:
0.3556mm / 0.014"
Tailpiece
Style:
Stop Bar
Compensated:
No
Material:
Zamak
Plating Specs:
Chrome
Part number:
430–10173
Weight:
108.862 gm / 3.84 oz
Output Jack
Style:
1/4" mono with dual tip contact barrel jack
Strap Buttons
Material:
Aluminum
Plating Specs:
None
Part numbers:
430–19160 / 430–19160E
Weight:
4.0 gm / 0.14 oz
Plastics
Pick Guard
Style:
multi ply white hot stamp red firebird
Part Number:
380–12460
Truss Rod Cover
Style:
Firebird hot stamped gold "Gibson"
Part Number:
430–19489
Knobs
Style:
Black Volume and Tone top hat silver insert
Part Number:
430–19200 / 430–19201
Dial Pointers
Yes/No:
No
Control Plate(s) (Backplate Cover)
Style:
ABS black
Part Number:
430–19311
Trim Rings
Style:
Mini humbucker metal
Part Number:
440–71900
Accessories
Case
Style:
Hard Shell
Color:
Brown
Strap Locks:
No
Tools:
Truss Rod Wrench, .050 allen wrench , 2.5mm allen wrench
Manual:
Gibson USA Owner's
COA/Other:
None
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