Gibson Les Paul | Vibepedia

The Gibson Les Paul is a legendary electric guitar designed by John Huis and endorsed by Les Paul, first sold in 1952 by Gibson Guitar Corporation. With its distinctive solid mahogany body, carved maple top, and humbucking pickups, the Les Paul has become a staple of rock music, used by iconic artists like Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, and Slash. From its initial commercial failure to its current status as a cultural phenomenon, the Les Paul's influence on music and guitar design is undeniable, with variants like the Gibson SG and collaborations with artists like Joe Bonamassa and Billy Gibbons.