Gibson
Gibson Les Paul Traditional 2008 - 2012 - Ebony
Gibson Les Paul Traditional 2008 - 2012 - Ebony
- One of a kind — when it's gone, it's gone.
- Listed 45 days ago.
- These are photos of the actual guitar for sale.
- 4.96 from 259 verified buyers
- 2,000+ guitars sold
- This guitar
- $1,685.00
- Insured shipping flat rate, signature required
- $75.00
- Sales tax outside Florida
- None
- Your total
- $1,760.00
Arrives as early as 3 business days
Same guitar on Reverb $1,900.00
$1,775.00 + $125.00 shipping, plus $110–$160 sales tax in most states
You save $250–$300 buying direct.*
* Includes the sales tax a marketplace is required to collect, estimated at 6–9% depending on your state. I collect sales tax only where legally required — for most buyers outside Florida, that's none.
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This is a 2008 Gibson Les Paul Traditional in Ebony, upgraded with active EMG pickups and set up as a serious rock-ready player. The Les Paul Traditional line was built to bring back more of the classic Les Paul feel—maple top, mahogany body, carved single-cut shape, bound body and neck, and that familiar no-nonsense Gibson layout that players know immediately when they pick one up.
The Ebony finish gives this one a clean, aggressive look, especially paired with the cream plastics, gold speed knobs, and uncovered EMG pickups. It has that classic black Les Paul stage presence, but with a much more modern voice under the hood. It is the kind of guitar that looks traditional from across the room, then absolutely lets loose once it’s plugged in.
The biggest change here is the upgraded active EMG pickup setup. The original pickups are no longer installed, and this guitar now has active EMGs with the proper pots installed. In my opinion, this setup completely wakes the guitar up for heavier rock and high-gain playing. It has tight low end, strong output, great sustain, and a more focused attack than the stock configuration. If you want a Les Paul Traditional that leans more powerful and modern rather than vintage-correct, this one makes a lot of sense.
It plays great as well. The frets are excellent, the fretboard has been oiled, the frets have been polished, and it has a fresh set of strings. The neck feels solid and comfortable, the intonation is spot on, and it has that thick Les Paul feel without being difficult to play. This one just feels ready to go.
Condition is excellent overall with some light scuffs and marks on the back and sides, but nothing major and nothing structural. The guitar has been kept clean, and there are no breaks or repair issues noted. One important note: the bridge pickup volume pot spins 360 degrees, but it functions properly and works fine. It can even be used almost like a kill-switch style effect, but I want to be fully transparent about that quirk.
It includes the original Gibson hardshell case and the inspection sheet.
What stood out to me
- 2008 Gibson Les Paul Traditional
- Ebony finish
- Upgraded active EMG pickups
- Matching active electronics/pots installed
- Big, aggressive, modern tone
- Excellent choice for rock and high-gain players
- Classic Les Paul Traditional feel
- Bound body and neck
- Cream plastics with gold speed knobs
- Fresh strings
- Oiled fretboard
- Polished frets
- Excellent fret condition
- Spot-on intonation
- Plays and sounds amazing
- Clean overall condition
- Light scuffs and cosmetic wear on the back/sides
- Bridge volume pot spins 360 but works properly
- Original pickups not included
- Original Gibson hardshell case included
- Inspection sheet included
- A killer upgraded Les Paul Traditional that is built to be played
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!
I bought this guitar, inspected it, photographed it, dialed it in, and I'll be the one packing it. If something isn't right when it arrives, you're not filing a ticket — you're emailing the person who put it in the box.
Same guitar, same packing, same insurance, same 3-day return window you'd get anywhere else I list it. It just costs less here, because there's no platform fee in the price.
Questions before you buy? Ask me anything — more photos, a specific measurement, or anything the listing doesn't cover.
Shipping & Insurance
Shipping & Insurance
Ships within 1 business day via UPS or FedEx Ground — typically 3-5 business days in transit. Every guitar is fully insured for its full purchase price, with signature required on delivery. Packed properly — hard cases shipped in a double box with foam padding, strings detuned, neck and headstock supported.
Flat $75 shipping anywhere in the US, no matter the price of the guitar. Full details in the shipping policy.
Returns
Returns
Not as described or damaged? Contact me within 3 days of delivery for a full refund including return shipping — no questions asked.
Changed your mind? Treat the first 3 days as your at-home inspection. Return it in the same condition and a flat $150 fee applies — the same whether the guitar was $900 or $9,000, not a percentage. Return shipping is the buyer's responsibility.
Start all returns through the return policy page or contact me directly before shipping anything back.
