The Essentials to Know About the Les Paul Junior Double Cut TV Yellow Guitar
- Vintage spirit, modern efficiency: an iconic "double cutaway" design built for the stage, no frills.
- Authentic P-90 tone: a single Dogear bridge pickup delivering sharp attacks, full midrange, and exemplary dynamics.
- Immediate comfort: SlimTaper neck, easy access to upper frets, and well-balanced guitar.
- Gibson reliability: solid mahogany construction, hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitor, and included hard case.
A Fifties Heirloom, at the Heart of the Junior Range
Born in the late 1950s as a "student" model, the Les Paul Junior quickly surpassed that status to become the favorite weapon of raw rock lovers. The
Double Cut version retains the Junior?s minimalist DNA (single pickup, simple controls) while offering superior access to the high frets. The
TV Yellow finish, a nod to early black-and-white TV broadcasts, marks an instantly recognizable vintage aesthetic.
Intended Use and Target Guitarist
Ideal for
intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a direct and expressive instrument. It excels in
rock,
blues,
garage, and
punk, but can also be nuanced in clean tones using the volume knob. Its light weight, ergonomics, and intuitive controls make it a reliable choice for intensive rehearsals and tours.
The Sound
The
Dogear P-90 in the bridge position delivers a biting grain, rich in harmonics, with a clear attack and immediate response. The combination of
solid mahogany +
24.75" / 628 mm scale length provides warmth and natural sustain, while the
wraparound bridge increases string-to-body contact for more projection and punch. The
hand-wired circuitry with Orange Drop capacitor offers a smooth tone sweep: from gritty crunch to darker growl without losing clarity. Simple, yet incredibly versatile with volume/tone knob interplay.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
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Strings: nickel electric set 10?46 (standard for 24.75" scale), perfect for maintaining tension/sustain balance and P-90 response.
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Strap: leather or standard nylon strap with universal
strap locks to secure Gibson strap buttons.
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Cable: quality 6.35 mm straight/angled jack cable to reduce noise and optimize dynamics.
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Maintenance: microfiber cloth and fingerboard cleaner compatible with rosewood. The instrument comes with a
Gibson hard case: ideal for transport.
Technical Specifications
Body
- Shape: Les Paul Junior Double Cutaway
- Wood: solid mahogany
- Finish: TV Yellow
Neck
- Wood: mahogany
- Profile: SlimTaper
- Fingerboard: rosewood
- Number of frets: 22 medium jumbo frets
- Nut: Graph Tech
- Inlays: acrylic dots
- Nut width: 1.69" / 43.0 mm
- Scale length: 24.75" / 628 mm
Electronics
- Bridge pickup: Dogear P?90 (single coil)
- Controls: master volume, master tone
- Wiring: hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitor
Miscellaneous
- Bridge: wraparound (directly anchored to the body)
- Tuners: Vintage Deluxe with white buttons
- Control knobs: Black Top Hats
- Hardware: nickel
- Included case: Gibson hard case
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