Essential Information about the Gibson Les Paul Junior Double Cut « Ebony » Guitar
- Mahogany « double cut » design for full access to the upper frets and streamlined ergonomics.
- Unique hand-wired bridge pickup Dogear P?90 with Orange Drop capacitor: biting tone, great dynamics, and precise response.
- Wraparound bridge anchored into the body: generous sustain, direct attack, and very responsive playing feel.
- SlimTaper mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard for a fast grip; Gibson hard case included.
The Iconic Junior, in the Spirit of the 1950s
Born in the mid-1950s as a « student model », the Les Paul Junior quickly established itself on stage for its raw efficiency. The double cutaway version extends this minimalist DNA by offering full access to all 22 frets. This reissue preserves the historic recipe (mahogany + P?90 + wraparound) in a timeless « Ebony » finish that highlights its clean lines.
Who Is It For and Which Styles?
Ideal for
intermediate to professional guitarists seeking a direct and expressive instrument. Perfect for
rock,
blues,
punk,
garage, and
indie, it handles overdrive and fuzz pedals very well while cleaning up nicely at lower volumes for clear, punchy rhythms. Motivated beginners will also find a simple platform that emphasizes touch sensitivity.
The Sound
The
P?90 bridge pickup delivers full mids, rich lows, and gritty highs that naturally cut through the mix. The
hand-wired circuitry with Orange Drop capacitor ensures smooth potentiometer taper: you can go from warm clean tones to aggressive crunch using only volume and tone controls. The
mahogany body and neck, combined with the short 24.75" / 628.65 mm scale length, promote sustain and a snappy attack. The
wraparound bridge, mounted directly into the body, enhances projection and string-to-hand connection.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Plan for a set of
nickel electric strings 10-46 (or 10-52 if tuning lower), a standard
electric guitar capo, a comfortable 5 cm
strap, a
clip-on tuner, and a quality
6.35 mm instrument cable. A universal
guitar stand and maintenance kit (microfiber cloth, fretboard oil suitable for rosewood) will complete the setup usefully.
Technical Specifications
Body
- Shape: Les Paul Junior Double Cutaway
- Wood: Solid mahogany
- Finish: Ebony
Neck
- Wood: Mahogany
- Profile: SlimTaper
- Scale length: 24.75" / 628.65 mm
- Nut width: 1.69" / 43.05 mm
- Number of frets: 22 medium jumbo frets
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Nut: Graph Tech
- Inlays: Acrylic dots
Electronics
- Bridge pickup: Dogear P?90
- Controls: Master volume, Master tone
- Wiring: Hand-wired, with Orange Drop capacitor
Miscellaneous
- Bridge: Wraparound (anchored into the body)
- Tuners: Vintage Deluxe with white buttons
- Knobs: Black Top Hats
- Hardware finish: Nickel
- Case included: Gibson hard case
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