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Gibson Custom Shop Guitars: Handcrafted Excellence
Since producing their first mandolins in 1894, Gibson has established itself as a leading maker of stringed instruments. Today their bespoke Custom Shop guitars from the coveted Murphy-Lab stand for perfection and craft excellence.
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The full story of Gibson
The history of Gibson goes back to 1894, when Orville Gibson in Michigan began building mandolins whose revolutionary construction would have a lasting impact on the world of stringed instruments. Since then Gibson has grown into one of the most important brands in music history, particularly with iconic models like the Les Paul, the SG and the ES-335, which have significantly shaped the soundscape of rock, blues and jazz.
We call it work!
Today Gibson stands for a unique blend of tradition and innovation — values that especially connect us as a long-standing partner in Germany. Our close relationship with Gibson, particularly with the renowned Gibson Custom Shop, is defined by this shared passion for perfection.
Oliver Lohmann, our expert and figurehead, regularly flies to the USA to choose woods on site together with Tom Murphy. They discuss the exact specifications to ensure every instrument meets the highest standards and reflects our visions. This close collaboration results in masterpieces such as the successful Gibson session Select series, which most recently stands as a symbol of our creative partnership.
Features of the Gibson Custom Shop
Instruments from the Gibson Custom Shop are distinguished by their exceptional quality, precision and attention to detail. Unlike production models, these instruments are largely handcrafted by experienced luthiers, with every step — from the wood selection process to final assembly — handled individually.
- Outstanding craftsmanship: Each guitar is hand-built by some of the most experienced guitar builders in the world. The love of detail and the pursuit of perfection make Custom Shop guitars incomparable masterpieces.
- Individual customisation: The Gibson Custom Shop enables made-to-measure instruments tailored to customer wishes. Whether special woods, unique neck profiles or custom electronics — every guitar is made to the player's specifications.
- Exclusive material selection: Only the finest woods and components are used, often selected in person, as is the case in your collaboration where Oliver Lohmann and Tom Murphy choose the best materials on site for your special series.
- Historic accuracy: The Gibson Custom Shop is known for its faithful vintage reissues that recreate legendary guitar models from the 1950s and 1960s in both tone and design.
- Unique collector's pieces: Custom Shop guitars are often available in limited runs or as one-offs. This exclusivity makes them especially desirable for collectors and musicians who want to own a unique and valuable instrument.
