1957 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop « The Trench »

As captivating as it is fascinating, the Les Paul Goldtop has retained all its allure over time. It is one of those electric guitar myths, those striking colors that evoke an era—the dawn of the electric guitar and a quality still envied today. The Goldtops are the first Les Paul models, produced from 1952 to 1957 before the arrival of the equally legendary ‘sunburst’ finish.

Within this lineage, the year 1957 is particularly special. It marks the arrival of the famous ‘P.A.F.’ humbucker pickups that built Gibson’s legend. Many guitar heroes have embraced the Goldtop to firmly inscribe it into rock history.

This 1957 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop, entirely original, is an exceptionally rare collector’s piece. Its elegant golden finish is beautifully complemented and contrasted by its black plastics, which can only be found on guitars from early 1957. This delicate black and gold combination is as magical as it is rare. It also carries the nickname “The Trench” due to its striking mark near the bridge, making it as unique as it is recognizable among all others.

A guitar with a sound as impressive as its beauty… The Trench!