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The 2015 Gibson L-5 CT is a beautifully appointed take on one of Gibson’s most iconic archtop designs, combining the elegance and sophistication of the legendary L-5 with a slightly thinner body profile and a Florentine cutaway for enhanced comfort and upper-fret access. Finished in a stunning Heritage Cherry Sunburst, this example captures the unmistakable visual character of a classic Gibson jazz guitar while offering a more streamlined playing experience. At 8 lbs. 2 oz., it has a substantial yet manageable feel in the hands.
The laminated flame maple top, back, and sides showcase striking figuring beneath the rich sunburst finish, complemented by a five-piece flame maple neck and an ebony fingerboard. Traditional Gibson appointments include elegant split-block inlays, a beautifully detailed torch inlay on the headstock, and a tortoise shell pickguard. The Florentine cutaway adds an especially graceful touch while providing practical access to the higher registers of the ebony fingerboard.
A pair of humbucking pickups delivers the warm, articulate, and full-bodied tonal character associated with a premium Gibson archtop, making the L-5 CT exceptionally well suited for jazz, blues, and other styles where rich harmonic detail and a smooth response are essential. Gold hardware, Gibson-branded Grover tuners in a Kluson-style design, and the distinctive L-5 tailpiece complete the instrument’s classic aesthetic.
This 2015 Gibson L-5 CT is in very nice overall condition, showing light finish checking and normal playwear consistent with its age. Please refer to the photos for a detailed look at the instrument’s cosmetic condition. With its elegant styling, flame maple construction, Florentine cutaway, refined appointments, and versatile humbucking pickups, this L-5 CT is an exceptional choice for players and collectors seeking a sophisticated, professional-grade Gibson archtop.
Other features include:
- Humbucking pickups
- Light Finish checking and normal playwear. (See pictures)
- "Thinner body"
- Florentine cutaway
- Ebony Fretboard
- Laminated Flame maple top, back and sides
- 5-Piece Flame Maple neck
- Gold Hardware
- Gibson branded Grover tuners, Kluson style
- L-5 Tail Piece
- Split block inlays
- Torch Headstock inlay
- Tortoise shell pickguard
- 8 lbs 2 oz
- 11285001
For more information on the Gibson Custom Shop L5, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- Gibson
- Series
- Custom Shop
- Actual Weight
- 8.2
- Body Style
- Singlecut
- Color
- Heritage Cherry Sunburst
- Model
- L-5 CT
- Condition
- Very Good
- Strings
- 6
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The 2015 Gibson L-5 CT is a beautifully appointed take on one of Gibson’s most iconic archtop designs, combining the elegance and sophistication of the legendary L-5 with a slightly thinner body profile and a Florentine cutaway for enhanced comfort and upper-fret access. Finished in a stunning Heritage Cherry Sunburst, this example captures the unmistakable visual character of a classic Gibson jazz guitar while offering a more streamlined playing experience. At 8 lbs. 2 oz., it has a substantial yet manageable feel in the hands.
The laminated flame maple top, back, and sides showcase striking figuring beneath the rich sunburst finish, complemented by a five-piece flame maple neck and an ebony fingerboard. Traditional Gibson appointments include elegant split-block inlays, a beautifully detailed torch inlay on the headstock, and a tortoise shell pickguard. The Florentine cutaway adds an especially graceful touch while providing practical access to the higher registers of the ebony fingerboard.
A pair of humbucking pickups delivers the warm, articulate, and full-bodied tonal character associated with a premium Gibson archtop, making the L-5 CT exceptionally well suited for jazz, blues, and other styles where rich harmonic detail and a smooth response are essential. Gold hardware, Gibson-branded Grover tuners in a Kluson-style design, and the distinctive L-5 tailpiece complete the instrument’s classic aesthetic.
This 2015 Gibson L-5 CT is in very nice overall condition, showing light finish checking and normal playwear consistent with its age. Please refer to the photos for a detailed look at the instrument’s cosmetic condition. With its elegant styling, flame maple construction, Florentine cutaway, refined appointments, and versatile humbucking pickups, this L-5 CT is an exceptional choice for players and collectors seeking a sophisticated, professional-grade Gibson archtop.
Other features include:
- Humbucking pickups
- Light Finish checking and normal playwear. (See pictures)
- "Thinner body"
- Florentine cutaway
- Ebony Fretboard
- Laminated Flame maple top, back and sides
- 5-Piece Flame Maple neck
- Gold Hardware
- Gibson branded Grover tuners, Kluson style
- L-5 Tail Piece
- Split block inlays
- Torch Headstock inlay
- Tortoise shell pickguard
- 8 lbs 2 oz
- 11285001
For more information on the Gibson Custom Shop L5, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- Gibson
- Series
- Custom Shop
- Actual Weight
- 8.2
- Body Style
- Singlecut
- Color
- Heritage Cherry Sunburst
- Model
- L-5 CT
- Condition
- Very Good
- Strings
- 6
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