This incredibly special 2009 Gibson Les Paul R7 is part of an exclusive run of “Black Widow” R7s commissioned by Sam Ash! This particular example is #3 of 25 ever made – of which only 15 were sent to the US. A very rare guitar indeed, this R7 is a bit of a Frankenstein of Gibson decades, incorporating features from the ’50s (bridge, wiring, long tenon neck), ’70s/’80s (tuners), and modern specs. That’s right: this LP has a chambered mahogany body, helping make it one of the lightest guitars Gibson has produced. Looks and sounds mean as hell, thanks to the special Widowburst finish and pair of Burstbuckers; this guitar has an unbelievable resonance to it, is super comfortable, and an all-around amazing choice whether you’re a collector or a player! Comes with original hardshell case and certificate of authenticity.
Standard Specifications
General Info
Brand: | Gibson |
Model: | Les Paul R7 |
Color: | Widowburst |
Serial: | BW 003 |
Weight: | Call |
Condition: | Excellent |
Body
Top Material: | Flame Maple |
Back and Sides Material: | Chambered Mahogany |
Finish: | Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
Neck
Material: | Mahogany |
Finish: | Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
Fingerboard Material/Radius: | Ebony |
Frets (Number and Size): | 22 |
Inlays: | Custom Block |
Nut (Material and Width): | 1.69″ |
Scale Length: | 24.75″ |
Profile: |
’50s |
Electronics
Pickups: | 2 x Burstbuckers |
Pickup Switching: | 3-Way Toggle |
Controls: | 2 x Volume, 2 x Tone |
Hardware
Tuning Machines: | Schaller |
Bridge: | ABR-1 |
Pickguard: | N/A |
Control Knobs: | Black Speed |
Hardware Finish: | Chrome |
Accessories
Hardshell Case, COA