The cult classic RD Custom joins the Gibson Custom core lineup
Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson’s legacy through accuracy, authenticity, and attention to detail.
Initially released in 1977, the Gibson RD model has been a cult classic for years. It is famous for its unique appearance, which takes inspiration from both the Explorer™ and Firebird™ designs, as well as its functionality and use by several popular guitarists across multiple genres. Now, the RD Custom joins the Gibson Custom core lineup for the first time. Not only is this the first Custom Shop-built RD model, but it is also the first 25.5” scale length solidbody core model offered by Gibson Custom. Complete with the classic and comfortable RD body shape, including a rear tummy cut for extra comfort, this model also features a mahogany body with multi-ply top binding, Custom cosmetics, including gold hardware and mother-of-pearl block inlays on the neck and Custom split diamond headstock inlay. a 25.5” scale mahogany neck with a Medium C profile and long neck tenon, a bound ebony fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets, and a bound headstock with Grover® Rotomatic® tuners. The updated electronics include 490R and 498T pickups, CTS® potentiometers, and a hand-wired harness.
Whether you prefer a longer scale length in general, use drop tunings, or just appreciate its curvaceously elegant, classic design, the RD Custom is a great choice and a guitar that is guaranteed to help you stand out from the crowd. Now is your opportunity to experience the unique and comfortable playing experience of the cult-favorite RD Custom for yourself. A Custom Shop hardshell case is also included.
Highlights
- Mahogany body with multi-ply top binding
- Custom cosmetics, including mother of pearl block and custom split diamond inlays
- Mahogany neck with a comfortable medium C profile and long neck tenon
- Bound ebony fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets
- Bound headstock with Grover rotomatic tuners
- 25.5" scale length; great for drop tuning
- Updated electronics with 490r and 498t pickups, cts potentiometers, and a hand-wired harness
- Gold hardware
Guitar Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Binding Multi-ply Top and Headstock, Single-ply Fretboard
Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material Mahogany
Body Shape RD
Body Styles RD
Weight Relief None
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
End Of Board Width 56.89mm / 2.24in
Fingerboard Material Ebony
Fingerboard Radius 304.4mm / 11.98in
Fret Count 22
Frets Medium Jumbo
Inlays Mother of Pearl Block
Joint Long Tenon
Neck Material Solid Mahogany
Nut Material Corian
Nut Width 42.85mm / 1.69in
Profile Medium C
Scale Length 647.7mm / 25.5in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup 498T
Controls 2 Volume, 2 Tone; Hand-Wired Harness with 500K CTS Potentiometers
Neck Pickup 490R
Output Jack 1/4" Switchcraft
Pickup Selector 3-way Switchcraft Toggle
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge Tune-O-Matic
Control Covers Black
Control Knobs Black Speed
finish Gold
Jack Plate Cover Gold-plated Brass
Mounting Rings Black M69
Pickguard Black Multi-ply
Pickup Covers Gold-plated
Strap Buttons 2 - Brass
Switch Tip Cream
Switchwasher Black
Tailpiece Aluminum Stop Bar
Truss Rod 2-way Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover 2-ply
Tuner Plating Gold
Tuning Machines Grover Rotomatic with Kidney Button
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Certificate of Authenticity Booklet
Model: CSRDCEBGH1
Case Custom Shop Hardshell
Headstock Inlay Gibson Logo and Custom Split Diamond in Mother of Pearl
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Gibson Custom RD Custom, Ebony
Gibson Custom RD Custom, Ebony
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Lifetime Warranty
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Case Included
Case Included
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Setup Included
Setup Included
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The cult classic RD Custom joins the Gibson Custom core lineup
Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson’s legacy through accuracy, authenticity, and attention to detail.
Initially released in 1977, the Gibson RD model has been a cult classic for years. It is famous for its unique appearance, which takes inspiration from both the Explorer™ and Firebird™ designs, as well as its functionality and use by several popular guitarists across multiple genres. Now, the RD Custom joins the Gibson Custom core lineup for the first time. Not only is this the first Custom Shop-built RD model, but it is also the first 25.5” scale length solidbody core model offered by Gibson Custom. Complete with the classic and comfortable RD body shape, including a rear tummy cut for extra comfort, this model also features a mahogany body with multi-ply top binding, Custom cosmetics, including gold hardware and mother-of-pearl block inlays on the neck and Custom split diamond headstock inlay. a 25.5” scale mahogany neck with a Medium C profile and long neck tenon, a bound ebony fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets, and a bound headstock with Grover® Rotomatic® tuners. The updated electronics include 490R and 498T pickups, CTS® potentiometers, and a hand-wired harness.
Whether you prefer a longer scale length in general, use drop tunings, or just appreciate its curvaceously elegant, classic design, the RD Custom is a great choice and a guitar that is guaranteed to help you stand out from the crowd. Now is your opportunity to experience the unique and comfortable playing experience of the cult-favorite RD Custom for yourself. A Custom Shop hardshell case is also included.
Highlights
- Mahogany body with multi-ply top binding
- Custom cosmetics, including mother of pearl block and custom split diamond inlays
- Mahogany neck with a comfortable medium C profile and long neck tenon
- Bound ebony fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets
- Bound headstock with Grover rotomatic tuners
- 25.5" scale length; great for drop tuning
- Updated electronics with 490r and 498t pickups, cts potentiometers, and a hand-wired harness
- Gold hardware
Guitar Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Binding Multi-ply Top and Headstock, Single-ply Fretboard
Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material Mahogany
Body Shape RD
Body Styles RD
Weight Relief None
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
End Of Board Width 56.89mm / 2.24in
Fingerboard Material Ebony
Fingerboard Radius 304.4mm / 11.98in
Fret Count 22
Frets Medium Jumbo
Inlays Mother of Pearl Block
Joint Long Tenon
Neck Material Solid Mahogany
Nut Material Corian
Nut Width 42.85mm / 1.69in
Profile Medium C
Scale Length 647.7mm / 25.5in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup 498T
Controls 2 Volume, 2 Tone; Hand-Wired Harness with 500K CTS Potentiometers
Neck Pickup 490R
Output Jack 1/4" Switchcraft
Pickup Selector 3-way Switchcraft Toggle
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge Tune-O-Matic
Control Covers Black
Control Knobs Black Speed
finish Gold
Jack Plate Cover Gold-plated Brass
Mounting Rings Black M69
Pickguard Black Multi-ply
Pickup Covers Gold-plated
Strap Buttons 2 - Brass
Switch Tip Cream
Switchwasher Black
Tailpiece Aluminum Stop Bar
Truss Rod 2-way Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover 2-ply
Tuner Plating Gold
Tuning Machines Grover Rotomatic with Kidney Button
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Certificate of Authenticity Booklet
Model: CSRDCEBGH1
Case Custom Shop Hardshell
Headstock Inlay Gibson Logo and Custom Split Diamond in Mother of Pearl
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
