{"product_id":"gibson-les-paul-conversion-burst-1952-53","title":"Gibson Les Paul \"Conversion\" Burst 1952\/53","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eAn extraordinary player's vintage Gibson, this early 1952\/53 Les Paul began life as a Goldtop before being professionally converted to Burst specifications during the 1970s, a period when many musicians sought the appearance and functionality of the then-undervalued Sunburst Les Paul Standards. Today, the guitar stands as a remarkable blend of 1950s Gibson craftsmanship, coveted original PAF pickups, and decades of vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eThe conversion includes a refinish to a classic Sunburst finish, upgraded ABR-1 bridge and stop tailpiece configuration, and a slimmer neck profile reminiscent of a 1960 Les Paul Standard. The result is an exceptionally comfortable and highly playable instrument that combines the resonance and feel of an early-'50s Les Paul with many of the features players associate with the legendary Bursts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eAdding significantly to its appeal are two original Patent Applied For (PAF) humbuckers, delivering the warm, articulate, and harmonically rich tone that has defined countless classic recordings. These highly desirable pickups provide outstanding clarity, dynamic response, and the unmistakable voice that has made original PAF-equipped Gibsons among the most sought-after guitars in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eThe guitar has undergone a professional headstock repair by the respected team at Chicago Fret Works. The repair is stable and professionally executed, ensuring long-term reliability while preserving the instrument's playability and tonal integrity. Upgraded tuners, bridge, and stop tailpiece further enhance tuning stability and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003eA unique opportunity to acquire a genuine early-1950s Les Paul featuring original PAF pickups, vintage Burst aesthetics, and outstanding playability at a fraction of the cost of an original 1958–1960 Sunburst Standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"2635\"\u003eModel: Gibson Les Paul Conversion Burst\u003cbr data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003eYear: 1952\/1953\u003cbr data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003eOriginal Finish: Goldtop\u003cbr data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003eCurrent Finish: Sunburst Conversion (Performed During the 1970s)\u003cbr data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eBody: Solid Mahogany with Carved Maple Top\u003cbr data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003eNeck: Mahogany\u003cbr data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eNeck Profile: Slimmed Profile Similar to a 1960 Les Paul Standard\u003cbr data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003eFingerboard: Brazilian Rosewood\u003cbr data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2238\"\u003eScale Length: 24.75\"\u003cbr data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eNut Width: Approximately 1 11\/16\"\u003cbr data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eFrets: Vintage Style\u003cbr data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003ePickups: 2 Original Gibson PAF Humbuckers\u003cbr data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003eControls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch\u003cbr data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eBridge: Upgraded ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic\u003cbr data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003eTailpiece: Upgraded Stop Bar Tailpiece\u003cbr data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003eTuners: Upgraded Tuners\u003cbr data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003eHardware Finish: Nickel\u003cbr data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003eNeck Joint: Set Neck Construction\u003cbr data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003eCase: Hardshell Case\u003cbr data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003eCondition: Vintage Player Grade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rn7fjq\" data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"3114\"\u003eOriginal 1952\/53 Les Paul Goldtop Converted to Burst Specifications\u003cbr data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2728\"\u003eSunburst Refinish Performed During the 1970s\u003cbr data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003eTwo Original PAF Humbuckers\u003cbr data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003eProfessionally Repaired Headstock Break by Chicago Fret Works\u003cbr data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"2869\"\u003eSlimmed Neck Profile Similar to a 1960 Les Paul Standard\u003cbr data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003eUpgraded Tuners\u003cbr data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"2946\"\u003eUpgraded ABR-1 Bridge and Stop Tailpiece\u003cbr data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"2989\"\u003eHonest Vintage Wear Throughout\u003cbr data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003eStructurally Sound and Fully Playable\u003cbr data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3062\"\u003eExceptional Resonance, Sustain, and Classic PAF Tone\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Bobbin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47945560457434,"sku":null,"price":32995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0419\/4081\/1933\/files\/26.06.01-BB-Product-21.jpg?v=1780400173","url":"https:\/\/blackbobbin.com\/products\/gibson-les-paul-conversion-burst-1952-53","provider":"Black Bobbin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}