Gibson Les Paul Supreme 2003 - Trans Amber

This 2003 Gibson Les Paul Supreme in Amber is an absolute masterpiece. I've had some incredible Les Pauls come through my hands, but this is easily the most beautiful top I've had on one. Being a first-year example of the original Les Paul Supreme makes it that much more special.

The AAAA flame maple is ridiculous on this guitar. Deep, consistent, three-dimensional figuring runs across the entire top, and the back is every bit as impressive. Having two pieces of maple with this caliber of figuring on the same guitar is something worth appreciating.

The original Supreme was built around a chambered mahogany body with a carved AAAA maple top AND back. It's noticeably thicker and more rounded than a traditional Les Paul, with no rear electronics cavity covers interrupting that beautiful maple.

It's incredibly resonant and feels fantastic sitting in your lap. It's had a recent setup with effortlessly low action, spot-on intonation, and exceptionally smooth, level frets. The neck starts relatively slim and fills out nicely toward the upper registers. The original 490R and 498T humbuckers pack a serious punch, and all electronics function perfectly.

I'm conservatively listing this guitar in Very Good condition, but it's remarkably well preserved for being over 20 years old. It presents beautifully, with no significant scratches or dings to note, no finish checking, and minimal fading of the gold hardware. There are no breaks, repairs, or modifications.

Weighs 9.25 lbs on my scale and comes with its original Gibson USA hardshell case and factory inspection sheet.

A few highlights:

• First-year 2003 Les Paul Supreme.

• Carved AAAA flame maple top and back.

• Chambered mahogany body with dual-sided multi-ply binding.

• Ebony fretboard with mother-of-pearl split-block inlays.

• Gold-colored, nickel-free fretwire.

• Original Gibson 490R and 498T humbuckers.

• Signature abalone globe headstock inlay.

• Gold Grover Keystone tuners and engraved brass truss rod cover.

• Neck depth: 20.8mm at the 1st fret and 24.7mm at the 12th.

• All original with its original hardshell case.

The photos shown are real photographs of this exact guitar. I do not use AI-generated imagery, replacement backgrounds, or image manipulation to misrepresent the condition of my guitars. What you see is the instrument you’ll receive.

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 fully insured via Reverb Safe Shipping.

⏳ Quick note: These guitars don’t usually sit. Most are purchased within 3–7 days, and I regularly hear from watchers after the listing has already sold. If this one’s on your radar, now’s the window!