Key Features
- Actual guitar photographed
- Greenybucker pickups deliver iconic out-of-phase tone
- Satin-finished AAA figured maple top adds elegance and sustain
- Hand-wired controls with Orange Drop capacitors for smooth tone transition
Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard, Greeny Burst #217840001 Overview
The Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard is a legendary guitar steeped in rock history. With a satin-finished AAA figured maple top and a mahogany body, it delivers the warmth, sustain, and classic look that Gibson is known for. Its 50s Vintage neck profile offers a comfortable, timeless feel, perfect for both expressive bends and powerful riffs.
At the heart of this guitar are the Greenybucker pickups, including a reverse-mounted, reverse-polarity neck pickup that captures Greeny's iconic out-of-phase tone. Hand-wired controls with Orange Drop capacitors ensure a smooth tonal transition, letting you explore everything from clean, mellow tones to searing overdrive. Complete with a premium Original Series hardshell case, it's built to continue the legacy of this iconic instrument.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionLegendary legacy
The Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard is a piece of rock history. Originally owned by Peter Green of Fleetwood Mac, this instrument passed to Gary Moore, whose soaring blues leads defined his career, and is now in the hands of Kirk Hammett of Metallica. Each of these iconic guitarists has left their mark on Greeny, and now you can be part of this remarkable legacy. Crafted with incredible attention to detail, this guitar captures the essence of a true rock and blues icon, offering you the opportunity to experience the tones that defined generations.
Exceptional tone with Greenybucker pickups
At the heart of the Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard are the iconic Greenybucker pickups, designed to deliver the unmistakable sound that made this guitar legendary. These pickups feature a reverse-mounted, reverse-polarity neck pickup, recreating Greeny’s unique out-of-phase tone. This distinctive sound gives you a balanced, expressive voice that can switch from smooth, warm cleans to biting overdrive with ease. Explore the soulful phrasing of Peter Green, the fiery solos of Gary Moore, or the face-melting leads of Kirk Hammett with a sound that stays true to the Greeny legacy.
Crafted with premium materials
True to the classic Les Paul design, the Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard features a mahogany body topped with a stunning satin-finished AAA figured maple top. This combination of tonewoods provides the warmth, resonance, and sustain that Gibson is known for, making each note rich and full. The 50s Vintage neck profile adds to the playability, offering a comfortable feel suited to a wide range of playing styles. Bend notes with precision, deliver powerful riffs, and enjoy a guitar that offers the perfect balance of comfort and tone.
Precision hardware for reliable performance
This guitar is equipped with high-quality hardware to ensure it performs flawlessly in any setting. The ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and aluminium Stop Bar tailpiece work together to deliver rock-solid tuning stability and exceptional sustain. Grover Rotomatics tuners provide smooth, accurate tuning adjustments, ensuring that your guitar stays in perfect pitch, even during intense performances. Hand-wired controls featuring Orange Drop capacitors offer precise tonal control, allowing for a natural, smooth transition between clean and overdriven sounds. Every detail of this guitar has been carefully considered to ensure that it not only sounds incredible but is also reliable and durable.
Specifications
- Product Name: Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard, Greeny Burst
- Product Code: LPSKH00GGNH1 #217840001
Body
- Body Style: Les Paul
- Body Shape: Les Paul
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Top: AAA Figured Maple
- Binding: Single Ply Cream, Top and Fretboard
- Body Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck & fretboard
- Profile: 50s Vintage
- Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
- Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Fret Count: 22
- Frets: Medium Jumbo
- Nut Material: Graph Tech
- Nut Width: 43.053 mm / 1.695 in
- End of Board Width: 57.404 mm / 2.26 in
- Inlays: Acrylic Trapezoid
- Joint: Glued In, Set Neck
Hardware & electronics
- Finish: Nickel
- Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Tailpiece: Aluminium Stop Bar
- Tuning Machines: Grover Rotomatics with Contemporary Buttons
- Pickguard: Cream (Not Installed)
- Truss Rod: Adjustable
- Truss Rod Cover: 2-ply Bell; Black and White
- Control Knobs: Amber Top Hats and Gold Top Hats with Silver Reflector & Pointers
- Switch Tip: Cream
- Switch Washer: Cream
- Jack Plate Cover: Black
- Strap Buttons: 2
- Neck Pickup: Greenybucker with Reversed Magnetic Polarity; Reverse Mounted
- Bridge Pickup: Greenybucker
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors
- Pickup Selector: 3-way Toggle
- Output Jack: 1/4"
- Strings Gauge: .010 .013 .017 .026 .036 .046
- Case: Original Series Hardshell
- Accessories: Gibson Accessory Kit
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