{"product_id":"gibson-tom-murphy-aged-1959-les-paul-second-hand","title":"Gibson Tom Murphy Aged 1959 Les Paul  (Second Hand)","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"119djcw\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"26\"\u003eGibson Tom Murphy Aged 1959 Les Paul  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"6ecca6de-e9a0-4555-abee-a015fd1381a3\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"6ecca6de-e9a0-4555-abee-a015fd1381a3\" data-turn-id-container=\"6ecca6de-e9a0-4555-abee-a015fd1381a3\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-1\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pt-3 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dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1xm142h\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"77\"\u003e2007 Gibson Custom Shop Tom Murphy Aged 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue (R9)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1e7mm0c\" data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eA Rare Opportunity From The GMI Vault\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eSome guitars are built to be played.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"188\"\u003eOthers are built to be collected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eA select few become legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"498\"\u003eStraight from the private vault of Global Music Imports comes this extraordinary \u003cstrong data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"380\"\u003e2007 Gibson Custom Shop Tom Murphy Aged 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue (R9)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"498\"\u003eA guitar from an era many collectors consider to be one of the golden periods of Gibson's Historic Reissue program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eHand-aged by the legendary \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eTom Murphy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e himself, this instrument captures the look, feel, and soul of an original 1959 Burst with a level of authenticity that helped establish Murphy as the benchmark for aged guitars worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eThe moment you open the case, you are transported back to the late 1950s. Every finish check, every subtle wear mark, every detail has been painstakingly recreated to deliver the appearance and feel of a well-loved vintage original—without the seven-figure price tag of an authentic Burst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"4owivl\" data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eWhy This Guitar Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eThe 1959 Les Paul is widely regarded as the most desirable electric guitar ever produced. Its combination of figured maple top, mahogany body, long tenon neck construction, and legendary PAF-inspired pickups has defined the sound of countless iconic recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eThis 2007 Murphy Aged R9 represents one of the most sought-after versions of that formula:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"brpw8i\" data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eAuthentic Tom Murphy hand-aged finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b6wsc3\" data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003eHistoric Custom Shop construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nbbl1f\" data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eHighly figured maple top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5ixn0y\" data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eExceptional resonance and sustain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a31a0k\" data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eVintage-correct appointments throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jz13tx\" data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eOne of the most collectible eras of Murphy-aged Gibsons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jz13tx\" data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eStunning Flame maple cap hand selected \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eThese guitars continue to become increasingly difficult to source, particularly examples that remain complete and original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1989\"\u003eThis guitar presents exactly as intended by Tom Murphy's aging process. The ageing, finish checking, and wear patterns are factory-original and part of the instrument's authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eIt has been carefully preserved and remains an outstanding example for the player, collector, or investor seeking a significant Gibson Custom Shop piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1whc0ut\" data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003eComplete Collector Package\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003eIncluded with the guitar:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7py7wz\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003eOriginal Gibson Custom Shop hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15nait0\" data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2282\"\u003eOriginal Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ogu2t0\" data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eOriginal case candy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14fuoqz\" data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003eOriginal documentation and accessories supplied with the guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eFinding a Murphy-aged R9 from this period is rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003eFinding one complete with all original case candy and documentation is becoming increasingly uncommon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xk6qkz\" data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003eFrom The GMI Vault\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003eAt Global Music Imports, we are fortunate to handle some of the world's finest instruments. Most never make it to public sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003eThis guitar is one of those special pieces. THis guitar was custom ordered for a high end collector who trusted the national sales manager at the time to hand select the top. The guitar has been hidden away all these years only now for the 1st time to come to market to make way for a much larger purchase.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2907\"\u003eA genuine collector-grade Tom Murphy-aged R9 that embodies everything players and collectors chase in a Historic Les Paul—tone, feel, provenance, rarity, and undeniable visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"3125\"\u003eWhether you're looking for a centrepiece for your collection, a future heirloom, or simply one of the finest Les Pauls Gibson has produced in the modern era, this is an instrument that deserves serious consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3291\"\u003eOpportunities to acquire a complete 2007 Tom Murphy Aged R9 are becoming increasingly rare. Once sold, finding another of this calibre may take years—not weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3410\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3355\"\u003eContact Global Music Imports for pricing and availability.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3358\"\u003eAustralia-wide and international shipping available fully insured sent via Emotrans feight and logistics. All guitars of this calaber are sent via sensitive freight direct to your door with fulll tracking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2888\"\u003eFree Delivery Australia Wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2888\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsed items are not eligible for return in our 14 day return policy. 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