USED Gibson USA / Tak Matsumoto Les Paul Standard Canary Yellow [12]

The first model in the Tak Matsumoto Signature Series!
Manufactured in 1999, the first year of its release, this is the inaugural Tak Matsumoto signature model—a regular-line Tak Matsumoto model crafted by Gibson USA—featuring a Japanese guitarist who remains an indispensable part of the Gibson artist roster to this day.If we’re talking about the beginning of a legend that would later lead to the “TAK DC” and “TAK FB” models, it has to be this “Canary Yellow” guitar. The impact of the Canary Yellow finish on the body top—a color inspired by Matsumoto’s own Ferrari—was immense, and its unique look, unlike anything Gibson had ever produced before, became a major talking point at the time of its release.

Another key detail not to be overlooked is the truss rod cover, which features a black/yellow/black color scheme to match the body top. With its fully solid body (no chambered construction), the guitar delivers a powerful rock sound characterized by a well-balanced blend of tight lows and clear highs.
The strap pins and knobs have been replaced.
The finish shows signs of aging overall, including discoloration, dulling, weather checking, scratches, dents, and peeling paint; the metal parts also show some tarnish.
More than 70% of the frets remain, the neck is in good condition, and the truss rod is adjustable.
Condition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: 92159460
Year of Manufacture: 1999
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Genuine hard case
Weight: 3.97 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; rod movement tested up to 60 degrees left and right with no problems
Remaining Fret Life: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playing
String Height (Low String Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
String Action (Treble Side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 43.0 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 20.6 mm
Neck thickness near the 12th fret: 22.8 mm
Scale: 628 mm (24.75")
RADIUS: 254 mm (10")
Strings at Setup: D'Addario EXL110 / .010-.046 set
Repairs and Maintenance Performed: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, action adjustment

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any listed measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret life, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be identical when the item arrives at your location.

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