Gibson - Les Paul - Tak Matsumoto signature - 1999 -Yellow Custom Shop

• Year of Release: The model was introduced in 1999 as a Custom Shop and later in 2018 as a USA production run.
• Construction: The original 1999 model features a full solid construction (no weight relief), unlike some later chambered models.
• Body: It features a maple top on a mahogany back body.
• Neck: It has a mahogany neck with a rosewood fingerboard, a '59-style round profile, and abalone dish inlays.
• Finish: The distinctive Canary Yellow color was chosen to match his beloved Ferrari. The finish is a nitrocellulose lacquer.
• Binding: It features black binding around the body and headstock.
• Pickups: The guitar is equipped with custom-designed Burstbucker Tak Matsumoto Special pickups, known for their bright, fat, and crisp sound.
• Hardware: Includes nickel Gibson hardware.
• Accessories: The guitar comes with its original hard case and a certificate of authenticity. 

• Rarity: This is a limited production, rare and highly sought-after model for both collectors and players.
• Common Wear: Due to its age, it is common to find minor cosmetic imperfections on used models, such as slight paint cracks or finish lifting on the headstock, which are typical for canary yellow finishes of this period.
• Value: Pricing for used models varies based on condition, but it is generally a high-value item on the used market, often listed for several thousand dollars. Used examples have appeared on sites like Reverb and eBay.
• Reviews/Opinions: Reviewers praise the guitar's aesthetic appeal, high-class feel, and versatile tone suitable for a wide range of playing styles, from clean leads to heavy distortion. 

Used ASIS - Comes with hard case and Signed pick guard and certificate