1968 Gibson Les Paul Custom
The reintroduced Les Paul Custom — now available in both classic Ebony and new White. These late-1960s Customs offer the prestigious Black Beauty cosmetics with solid T-top humbuckers.
Current Market Value
Excellent
$8,000–$15,000
Very Good
$5,000–$8,000
Good
$3,000–$5,000
Fair
$1,500–$3,000
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany (body), Maple (carved top) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Scale Length | 24.750" |
| Frets | 22 |
| Pickup Config | HH |
| Bridge | ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic, stop tailpiece |
| Tuners | Kluson Deluxe |
| Finish Options | Ebony Black, White (introduced) |
| Est. Production | 1,200 |
Pickups & Electronics
Two Patent Number humbuckers (T-tops). Not PAFs but excellent humbuckers.
What Changed in 1968
The Les Paul Custom returned alongside the Standard in 1968. White finish became available for the first time — a striking new option. T-top humbuckers replaced PAFs.
Collector's Notes
White finish Customs from this era are increasingly collected. Check headstock for cracks (common on angled Gibson headstocks). Verify tuner originality.