Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Junior TV White Ultra Light Aged w/case 741746

Serial: 741746
Weight: 8 lbs 9 oz

The Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Junior Reissue proves that simplicity done right can be unbeatable. Originally introduced as Gibson’s stripped-down student model, the Les Paul Junior quickly became a favorite among serious players for its raw honesty, direct response, and unmistakable punch. Finished here in the rare TV White Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged treatment, this Custom Select example delivers vintage-correct feel with a finish that stands apart from the more common TV Yellow, giving it a distinct collector appeal while staying true to the spirit of the original. Gibson specifically notes this TV White finish as an exclusive Custom Select offering.

Built from a solid one-piece mahogany body with no weight relief, this Junior offers immediate attack, strong midrange authority, and remarkable acoustic liveliness. The single Dogear P-90 pickup is the heart of the design—aggressive, articulate, and incredibly dynamic, responding directly to pick attack and volume control changes in a way few guitars can match. Gibson highlights the single Dogear P-90, one-piece mahogany construction, and wraparound bridge as the defining features of the model.

The 50s Rounded Medium C neck profile gives the guitar the substantial feel players expect from a proper late-’50s Junior, while the wraparound bridge maximizes resonance and sustain with classic no-frills functionality. At 8 lbs 9 oz, this example has the strong fundamental tone and authority players often want from a great Junior, with the lively response that makes these guitars addictive to play.

Highlights

• Rare TV White Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish with authentic vintage character
• One-piece solid mahogany body with no weight relief for maximum resonance
• Single Dogear P-90 pickup for raw, dynamic vintage tone
• 50s Rounded Medium C neck profile with hide glue fit construction
• Wraparound bridge for direct response, sustain, and classic Junior simplicity

Specifications

Body

• Body Shape: Les Paul Junior
• Body Material: 1-Piece Solid Mahogany
• Weight Relief: None
• Finish: Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Color: TV White

Neck

• Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
• Neck Profile: 50s Rounded Medium C
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Number of Frets: 22
• Frets: Authentic Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Celluloid Dot
• Nut Width: 1.69"
• Nut Material: Nylon

Hardware

• Bridge: Wraparound
• Tailpiece: Wraparound
• Tuners: Kluson Strip with White Buttons
• Pickguard: Black
• Hardware Finish: Nickel, Murphy Lab Light Aged

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Dogear P-90
• Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone
• Hand-Wired Harness with CTS Pots and Paper-in-Oil Capacitors

Miscellaneous

• Serial: 741746
• Weight: 8 lbs 9 oz
• Included: Gibson Custom Shop Brown/Pink Lifton Reissue 5-Latch Case
• Certificate of Authenticity Included
• Made in USA

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

At Tone Shop Guitars, we specialize in hand-selected premium instruments built for serious players and collectors. Every Gibson Custom Shop piece we bring in is carefully chosen for tone, weight, resonance, and visual character—not just specs on paper. Our team works directly with top builders and knows what separates a great guitar from an unforgettable one. When you buy from Tone Shop, you’re getting more than a guitar—you’re getting confidence that the instrument in your hands is truly special.