Gibson Les Paul Studio 2009 - Silverburst

This 2009 Gibson Les Paul Studio in Silverburst is one of those guitars that immediately reminds you why this finish has such a following. There is just something about a Silverburst Les Paul that feels meaner, cooler, and a little more purposeful than a standard sunburst—especially when it has the dark ebony fingerboard, chrome hardware, and the classic Studio layout.

The finish on this one is killer. The center has that smoky metallic silver/green appearance that fades into deep black around the edges, and it looks completely different depending on the lighting. It has the kind of understated-but-aggressive look that works perfectly on a Les Paul Studio. It is not flashy in the traditional flame-top sense, but it absolutely has presence.

This is a proper late-2000s USA Les Paul Studio with a mahogany body, maple cap, SlimTaper mahogany neck, ebony fretboard, chrome hardware, and the familiar 24.75-inch scale feel that makes these so easy to settle into. At 8.09 pounds on my scale, it is also a really comfortable weight for a Les Paul—substantial enough to feel solid and resonant, but not something that is going to wear you out after a long rehearsal or set.

The electronics are working exactly as they should, and this guitar has coil-splitting capability through the push/pull controls. It appears to retain the original hardware and pickup setup, although I have not removed the pickups to verify factory markings, so I am listing the pickup originality as unconfirmed. Either way, it sounds fantastic. In humbucker mode it has that thick, punchy Les Paul sound with plenty of sustain and authority, while the split settings give you brighter, leaner tones that make it much more versatile than a standard two-humbucker Studio.

The neck feels great and has a fast, comfortable profile that is easy to get around on. The frets are in very good shape, intonation is spot on, and it plays cleanly with a solid factory-style setup. I would personally lower the action a touch for my own preference, but it already plays and sounds great as-is.

Condition-wise, I am calling this one very good overall and want to be completely upfront about the cosmetic wear. There are no breaks, cracks, repairs, or structural issues. The front still presents very well, but the back has a decent amount of buckle rash, scratches, and general finish wear from honest use. There are also a few smaller bumps and scrapes around the body, a finish check near the toggle switch, and a chip in the finish on the headstock. None of it affects playability, structure, or the overall vibe of the guitar—it is simply a clean-playing Silverburst Studio that has been used rather than kept in a closet.

It includes a hard case and the original Gibson inspection sheet.

What stood out to me

• 2009 Gibson Les Paul Studio in Silverburst
• One of Gibson’s coolest and most recognizable modern finishes
• Metallic silver/green center with deep black burst edges
• Ebony fretboard
• SlimTaper mahogany neck profile
• Mahogany body with maple cap
• Comfortable 8.09-pound weight on my scale
• Chrome hardware
• Coil-splitting capability through the push/pull controls
• Thick humbucker tones with brighter split-coil options
• Electronics tested and working correctly
• Very good fret condition
• Spot-on intonation
• Sounds amazing and plays great
• Honest cosmetic wear throughout the back and sides
• Buckle rash, finish scratches, small bumps, and minor chips shown in the photos
• Finish check near the toggle switch
• Small finish chip on the headstock
• No breaks, cracks, repairs, or structural concerns
• Hard case included
• Original Gibson inspection sheet included

Like all my guitars, this one’s been cared for and dialed in—no guesswork, no surprises, just a great instrument that’s ready to play. I personally inspect and test every guitar before it ships, making sure it’s in the exact condition I’d want to receive myself. These guitars come from me, not a shop—each one gets the kind of attention and care only a real guitar lover gives. Ships fast and insured.

⏳ Quick note: These guitars don’t usually sit. Most are purchased within 1–5 days, and I regularly hear from watchers after the listing has already sold. If this one’s on your radar, now’s the window!