Epiphone IGC 1960 Les Paul Special Double Cut Reissue Cherry Red Elektrisk guitar

Epiphone IGC 1960 Les Paul Special Double Cut Reissue – Iconic Doublecut Performance

The Epiphone IGC 1960 Les Paul Special Double Cut Reissue Cherry Red introduces the legendary doublecut Les Paul design to today's discerning players. Created with input from Gibson Custom, this instrument recaptures the spirit of the 1960 original. Players get a lightweight mahogany slab body, a sleek 60s SlimTaper neck, and genuine USA-made P-90 Soapbar pickups—an ideal combination for both vintage fans and modern stage musicians. Sporting a vintage gloss finish and period-correct details, the YGC 1960 stands out for those who want classic Les Paul tones with improved ergonomics.

Distinctive Features for True Players

Outfitted with hand-wired Gibson Custom USA P-90 Soapbar pickups, this model unlocks a tonal range rarely found in its class. Premium CTS potentiometers and Bumblebee paper-in-oil capacitors offer dynamic, vintage-style response. With a historic wraparound bridge featuring intonation screws, players benefit from exceptional tuning stability and sustain, just like the 1960s design intended.

Mahogany Body – Core to Les Paul Resonance

A solid mahogany slab body delivers unmistakable sustain, warmth, and punch in the midrange. The polished finish brings out the Les Paul character and keeps the weight balanced for extended playing sessions.

• Body Material: Mahogany — projects warmth and classic sustain
• Enjoy a polished finish that preserves a vintage gloss and a comfortable feel in every performance.
• Type: Doublecut — improved fret access for modern technique

Neck Construction – Fast, Stable, Vintage Feel

Demanding players will find the one-piece mahogany neck with 60s SlimTaper profile both stable and comfortable. A glued-in set neck supports superior resonance, while a 304.8 mm (12-inch) radius rosewood board makes bends and chords accessible for all styles.

• Neck Material: Mahogany — trusted for strength and warmth
• Neck Profile: 60s SlimTaper — comfortable for varied hand sizes
• Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm — smooth for lead and rhythm work

Electronics – Versatility and Classic Bite

The electronics are tailored for authentic response and broad tonal options. Hand-wired USA-made P-90 pickups, paired with high-grade CTS pots and Bumblebee capacitors, cover everything from clean blues to aggressive rock. Tuning and sustain are further enhanced by the wraparound bridge and Graph Tech nut.

• Pickups: Gibson Custom USA P-90 Soapbar (neck & bridge) — legendary single-coil clarity and punch
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-way Switch — independent shaping for each pickup
• With a nut width of 43 mm, the neck supports accurate fretting and effortless comfort during extended sessions.

For Vintage Enthusiasts and Modern Performers

This model suits guitarists chasing vintage Les Paul tones who also want reliability and unfettered upper fret access. The double cutaway design and low weight benefit expressive soloists, while the P-90s’ dynamic scope fits genres from blues and indie to classic rock and punk. Seasoned gigging musicians, reissue collectors, and those seeking a true 1960s Les Paul experience find balance in authenticity and playability.

Legacy of the Les Paul Special Double Cut

Debuting in 1955 and refined in 1960, the Les Paul Special Double Cut became renowned for its improved fret access and iconic slab body. Through collaboration with Gibson Custom, Epiphone brings this classic to a new generation, preserving details from neck joint placement to mother-of-pearl inlays and the distinctive headstock silhouette.