Gibson Custom Shop recreates Mick Ronson’s David Bowie-era Les Paul with super limited run
The Gibson Custom Shop has honoured late guitarist Mick Ronson with a faithful recreation of the Les Paul he played while part of David Bowie’s band.
Described as an “extraordinary, ultra-limited recreation of the legendary guitarist’s most iconic instrument”, the Mick Ronson 1968 Les Paul Custom Collector’s Edition celebrates Ronson’s “indelible mark on modern music”, with only 100 available worldwide from authorised dealers, physical Gibson Garage locations and via Gibson’s website.
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In terms of specs, the Mick Ronson 1968 Les Paul Custom Collector’s Edition features a mahogany body with a plain maple cap – with an Ebony finish and Gibson’s Murphy Lab aging for an authentic-looking worn-in feel – as well as a mahogany neck with an authentic ‘68 Medium C profile.
Elsewhere, the guitar features an ebony fingerboard with mother-of-pearl block inlays, an ABR-1 bridge, Grover tuners and a worn Stop Bar tailpiece. Electronics come by way of a pair of aged ‘68 Custom humbuckers with Alnico 2 magnets, with era-specific CTS 500k potentiometers and Black Beauty capacitors.
The guitar also comes in a Gibson Custom case with a recreation of Mick Ronson’s signature, as well as a replica strap and certificate of authenticity booklet.
“I think Mick would be totally astonished that he’s still being talked about in such a positive way,” says Ronson’s widow, Suzi. “I think this guitar just adds sparkle to an already legendary life.”
“Mick Ronson is a true musical legend, and his impact – delivered in far too short a time – cannot be overstated,” says Lee Bartram, Head of Commercial and Marketing EMEA at Gibson.
“The world misses Mick Ronson more than it likely knows. We hope that this project advances the broader recognition he so richly deserves.”
As well as playing alongside David Bowie, Mick Ronson also played with Lou Reed, Bob Dylan, Roger Daltrey and more.
The Mick Ronson 1968 Les Paul Custom Collector’s Edition is priced at $9,999. For more information, head to Gibson.
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