A Les Paul Custom Built to Stand Apart — 7A Quilt “Green Widow” M2M There’s a certain kind of guitarist who looks at a standard Les Paul Custom and thinks, “almost — but not quite.” That’s exactly where this Gibson Custom Shop Made to Measure build lives. This isn’t a catalog guitar with a different color. It’s a ground-up spec, built in Nashville with deliberate choices in top grade, finish treatment, hardware, and feel—and it shows immediately. At its core, yes, it’s still a Les Paul Custom. But this one leans hard into the “Custom” part of the name. Body and Construction — 7A Quilt, Hand-Selected The biggest story here is the top. This build features a 7A quilt maple top, hand-picked, and it’s not subtle. The figuring has deep movement and dimension, and instead of a traditional burst, it’s finished in a Green Widow (non-burst) gloss, which gives it a bold, almost liquid look across the entire top. Underneath, you’ve got the tried-and-true foundation: Mahogany body (modern weight relief) Mahogany neck Nitrocellulose gloss finish What sets it apart is the finish process. Gibson used a green-tinted walnut filler across the top, back, and neck, which enhances the grain and ties the entire instrument together visually. It’s a small detail on paper, but in person, it makes the whole guitar feel cohesive rather than pieced together. Multi-ply binding and classic Custom appointments keep it grounded in tradition, even with the aggressive top. Neck, Fingerboard, and Playability — Modern Custom Feel This isn’t a baseball bat Custom. The neck is carved to a modern SlimTaper profile with a compound feel (.82"–.965"), making it comfortable for both chord work and lead playing up the neck. The fingerboard is solid ebony with: Mother-of-pearl block inlays 22 frets 12" radius It’s fast, smooth, and has that immediate attack ebony is known for. Combined with the modern carve, this is a Custom that actually invites you to play all over the neck—not just stay in first position. Electronics and Hardware — Classic Layout, Premium Execution This build sticks with a traditional 2-humbucker Les Paul Custom layout, giving you the versatility and familiarity players expect. It’s paired with a Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece, locking in sustain and tuning stability. Hardware is where the aesthetic really comes together: Gold hardware throughout Grover kidney-button tuners Gold pickup covers and mounting rings Black speed knobs Black switch washer with gold lettering Black headstock face with gold silkscreen Everything complements the green/black/gold theme without feeling overdesigned. The Details That Make It M2M This is where the difference between production and M2M really shows: Custom Shop decal Stamped serial Hand-selected top (not batch graded) Non-standard finish + filler combination Cohesive spec from top to hardware It’s not just a list of upgrades—it’s a guitar that was thought through as a complete build. Product Features: Program: Gibson Custom Shop Made to Measure (M2M) Top: 7A Quilt Maple — Hand Selected Body: Mahogany (modern weight relief) Finish: Green Widow (Non-Burst) Gloss Nitrocellulose Filler: Green-tinted walnut filler (top, back, and neck) Neck: Mahogany, SlimTaper (.82"–.965") Fingerboard: Ebony, 12" radius, 22 frets, MOP block inlays Scale Length: 24.75" Bridge: Nashville Tune-O-Matic with Stopbar Tailpiece (Gold) Tuners: Grover Kidney Button (Gold) Hardware: Gold throughout Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle Aesthetic Details: Gold covers/rings, black speed knobs, black switch washer w/ gold lettering Brand: GibsonModel: Les Paul Custom M2M “Green Widow”SKU: LPC-M2MXXXXXCondition: New Since 1872, C.A. House Music has helped musicians across the Ohio Valley find the right gear with real, player-focused guidance. As an authorized Gibson dealer, every instrument we carry is backed by a team that knows what matters when you finally plug in. If you’ve been waiting for a Les Paul Custom that actually feels one-of-one, this is that guitar.
