Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 59 Les Paul Custom

It may come as no surprise that Joe Bonamassa owns a 1959 Gibson Les Paul Custom. Known as the “Black Beauty,” late-50s models are highly coveted. But Joe doesn’t own just any “Black Beauty”—his 1959 Les Paul Custom is a rare, custom-ordered version featuring just two pickups instead of the usual three. Distinctive touches, like Grover Imperial tuners and a Bigsby vibrato tailpiece, further set it apart.

Now, Epiphone bring this remarkable instrument to a wider audience with the limited edition Joe Bonamassa ’59 Les Paul Custom. Designed to be both faithful and accessible, it features an Antique Ebony finish over a solid mahogany body, accented by aged multi-ply binding on the top and back. The mahogany neck sports a 1959 Rounded Medium C profile and is topped with a bound ebony fretboard, complete with 22 medium jumbo frets and pearloid block inlays.

The Epiphone Joe Bonamssa 59 Les Paul Custom is available in lmited quantities in Australia. Please consult with your local Epiuphone dealer for availability.