Jeff Beck and the "YardBurst" 1959 Les Paul Standard

Commemorating the Life of the Legend: Jeff Beck and the "YardBurst" 1959 Les Paul Standard

Jeff Beck is celebrated as one of the greatest guitarists in history, renowned for his unique, soulful style and unparalleled versatility. His journey began with the Yardbirds, where he made groundbreaking music on a ’59 Les Paul Standard. To honor his legacy, the "YardBurst" is a faithful recreation of this legendary guitar, complete with its distinctive traits like the classic white bobbin humbuckers and black single-ply pickguard. This remarkable limited run of only 130 guitars was meticulously crafted by the expert luthiers of the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, and artfully aged by the Murphy Lab to match the original as it appeared during Jeff Beck's Yardbird days.

Highlighted Features:

Premium Woods: The body of the Jeff Beck “YardBurst” 1959 Les Paul Standard is made from one-piece, lightweight mahogany. The top was hand-picked to match the original as closely as possible, ensuring an authentic feel and sound.

Bearing the Unique Features of the Original: Jeff Beck’s 1959 Les Paul Standard is instantly recognizable by its double Classic White pickup bobbins on the Patent Applied For humbucker™ pickups. These have been faithfully recreated on the unpotted Custombucker pickups used in the "YardBurst," along with the single-ply black pickguard—a rare feature for a 1959 Les Paul Standard.

Murphy Lab Aging: The artisans of the Murphy Lab have carefully aged the Jeff Beck “YardBurst” 1959 Les Paul Standard to match the original guitar's appearance during Beck’s tenure with the Yardbirds. This meticulous aging process adds to the guitar's vintage aesthetic and authenticity.

Limited Production: Only 130 of these exceptional guitars were made, each one a tribute to the legendary Jeff Beck. Crafted by the luthiers and craftspeople at the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, these guitars come with an aged Lifton™ hardshell case and a selection of case candy commemorating Jeff Beck’s life. This limited edition "YardBurst" is an instant collector’s item, celebrating the enduring legacy of one of rock's greatest icons.

At Chuck Levin's, we are proud to be one of the dealers able to offer this extraordinary tribute to Jeff Beck, allowing guitar enthusiasts and collectors to own a piece of musical history. 

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