1958 Gibson Les Paul Junior
The double-cutaway Les Paul Junior — the most collected Junior configuration. TV Yellow finish, single P-90, and the aggressive double-cut body make these among the most desirable 'affordable' vintage Gibsons.
Current Market Value
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany (slab body) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 24.750" |
| Frets | 22 |
| Pickup Config | S |
| Bridge | Wraparound bridge/tailpiece |
| Tuners | Kluson Deluxe |
| Finish Options | TV Yellow, Cherry Red |
| Est. Production | 2,894 |
Pickups & Electronics
Single P-90 dog-ear pickup. The double-cutaway body gave easier access to upper frets.
What Changed in 1958
Introduction of the double-cutaway body — the most collectible Junior configuration. The symmetrical double-cutaway design gave the Junior a distinctive look and better upper-fret access.
Collector's Notes
TV Yellow double-cutaway 1958 Juniors are the most sought-after. Check that the body has not been converted from single to double-cut (it happens). Verify the P-90 is original by checking the bottom plate date codes.