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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
Key Features
The Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Les Paul Special Single Cut Reissue is built for players who value heritage, simplicity, and unmistakable tone. With its TV Yellow finish, roaring P-90 pickups, and solid mahogany construction, it captures the spirit of a late-1950s workhorse guitar, faithfully revived in every detail by Gibson’s master luthiers.
Its Slim 50s neck profile and vintage-spec appointments deliver the feel of a true original, while the Nitrocellulose VOS finish allows the guitar to age gracefully as it’s played. The result is an instrument that not only looks and feels like a piece of history but also produces the raw, articulate voice that made the Les Paul Special a favourite for rhythm and lead players alike.
Product Ref: 322761
The “TV Yellow” finish has become legendary, with origins often debated. Some say it was chosen to appear less reflective and more defined on black-and-white televisions of the 1950s, while others point to it being a limed mahogany treatment that simply looked great under studio lights. Whatever its roots, TV Yellow remains one of Gibson’s most recognisable finishes, tied closely to the rise of rock and roll.
On this 1957 reissue, the finish is nitrocellulose with Gibson’s VOS (Vintage Original Spec) treatment, creating a soft patina that echoes a well-loved vintage instrument. It looks authentic, feels broken-in, and will continue to develop character the more you play it.
Built from solid mahogany, the Les Paul Special Single Cut Reissue captures the punchy, resonant character of the late-50s originals. The slab body keeps things straightforward and durable while delivering strong sustain and a focused midrange that sits confidently in any mix.
There is no weight relief, staying faithful to period-correct heft and resonance. Each note benefits from the wood’s natural authority, giving you that unmistakable Special presence on stage and in the studio.
Dual P-90 pickups define the voice of the Special, offering a raw yet articulate tone that bridges the gap between single-coil chime and humbucker warmth. Introduced in the 1940s and heard on countless 1950s records, P-90s remain prized for their touch sensitivity and wide dynamic range.
Recreated to vintage spec in this reissue, the pickups deliver thick, meaty rhythm sounds and biting leads that clean up beautifully with the guitar’s controls. Roll back the volume for airy cleans or push your amp for snarling overdrive with real character.
A rounded 50s neck profile provides the substantial, comfortable grip associated with Gibson’s golden era. It supports confident rhythm work and remains agile for lead lines, encouraging relaxed, controlled playing over long sessions.
The bound rosewood fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets balances vintage authenticity with smooth playability. Chords ring true, bends feel secure, and intonation stays precise across the entire neck.
From the fingerboard binding to the wraparound tailpiece and simple two-volume, two-tone layout, the Les Paul Special keeps the essentials front and centre. Every detail is chosen to reflect the 1957 original while delivering reliable modern performance.
Finished in Nitro VOS, the guitar will age naturally as you play, developing a look that is uniquely yours. It is an instrument that honours history while inviting new songs, sessions, and stages.
