Gibson USA LPSMF00GCNH1 Artist Mary Ford Les Paul Standard - Gold Top

Mary Ford, born Iris Colleen Summers on July 7, 1924, was a trailblazing guitarist, vocalist, and actress. She rose to fame in the early 1950s, particularly through her musical partnership with Les Paul, whom she married in 1949. Ford and Paul’s innovative techniques, including multi-track recording and overdubbing, helped shape modern recording. In 1951, the duo sold over six million records, achieving 16 top-ten hits that blended Mary’s country, jazz, and pop influences.

A one-of-a-kind 1958 Les Paul™ Goldtop model was created at her request, featuring a floral pickguard and armrest inspired by the ES-295, which Mary used frequently. Gibson now honors her legacy with the Mary Ford Les Paul Standard, modeled after that iconic guitar, complete with the signature cream and gold floral accents, a mahogany body, maple cap, and Burstbucker pickups.

The Gibson USA Mary Ford Les Paul Standard is a tribute to one of the most influential guitarists in music history. Designed to honor Mary Ford’s legacy, this iconic model features a timeless Gold Top finish, pairing vintage style with modern performance. With classic Les Paul tonewoods, meticulously crafted humbucking pickups, and a smooth neck profile, this guitar is built for exceptional playability and rich, resonant sound. Whether on stage or in the studio, the Mary Ford Les Paul Standard offers guitarists an inspiring combination of history, elegance, and powerful tone.

FEATURES:

• Iconic Gold Top Finish: Classic and timeless, the Gold Top finish pays homage to Mary Ford's legendary style.
• Premium Tonewoods: Solid mahogany body with a maple top, offering warm tones and rich sustain.
• Vintage-Inspired Humbuckers: Equipped with custom humbucking pickups designed to capture the signature Les Paul sound—powerful, full, and articulate.
• Comfortable Neck Profile: Smooth, rounded neck profile for enhanced playability and effortless movement across the fretboard.
• High-Quality Hardware: Includes a tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece for exceptional stability and precise intonation.
• Authentic Les Paul Tone: Delivers a full-bodied sound with dynamic range, suitable for everything from jazz and blues to rock and beyond.
• Artist Signature Model: Crafted as a tribute to Mary Ford, blending historical significance with modern craftsmanship.

TECH SPECS

Finish Available

• Gold Top, accented with a Vintage Cherry back (a unique choice for Goldtop models).

Body

• Shape: Les Paul
• Material: Mahogany with a Maple top
• Binding: Single Ply on Top and Fretboard

Neck

• Material: Mahogany
• Profile: SlimTaper™
• Nut Width: 1.695” / 43.053mm
• Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
• Scale Length: 24.75” / 628.65mm
• Frets: 22
• Nut Material: Graph Tech
• Inlay: Acrylic Trapezoid

Hardware

• Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Aluminum Stop Bar
• Knobs: Gold Top Hat with Dial Pointer
• Tuners: Vintage Deluxe with Keystone Button
• Plating: Nickel

Electronics

• Neck Pickup: Burstbucker 2
• Bridge Pickup: Burstbucker 3
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone; Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors

Case & SKU

• Case: Hardshell
• SKU: LPSMF00GCNH1