2001 Gibson Les Paul Elegant Series – Fire Mist Red Quilt Top

Up for sale is a striking 2001 Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Elegant Series, finished in the rare and highly sought-after Fire Mist Red, with a beautifully figured quilt maple top that shifts and moves under light.

The Elegant Series represents a unique chapter in Gibson’s Custom Shop history—offering a more refined, modern take on the Les Paul platform while retaining the core tone and feel that players expect. With its ebony fingerboard, abalone inlays, and premium construction, this model sits comfortably above standard production instruments and delivers a distinctly high-end playing experience.

Key Features

• Gibson Custom Shop build – 2001
• Elegant Series model
• Fire Mist Red quilt maple top
• Mahogany body with carved maple cap
• Ebony fingerboard
• Abalone trapezoid inlays
• Slim, fast neck profile
• Grover tuners
• Tune-o-matic bridge with stop tailpiece
• Weight: 4.11kg

This is a lively, resonant instrument with excellent balance across the strings. The ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, fast playing surface, while the overall build delivers the sustain and clarity expected from a Custom Shop Les Paul.

Comfortable at 4.11kg, it avoids the excessive weight sometimes found in Les Pauls of this era, making it equally suited to extended sessions or live use.

Very good condition overall. The guitar has been well cared for and presents beautifully, with only minor cosmetic signs of use including small scuff marks consistent with age. No structural issues.

The hardware shows light natural patina, adding to the character of the instrument.

Case
The original Gibson Custom Shop case and Certificate of Authenticity are not included.
A quality hard case is supplied.

Elegant Series Les Pauls are increasingly appreciated for their premium appointments and exceptional playability, offering a compelling alternative to more traditional Historic reissue models.

This is a particularly clean and well-presenting example with a strong visual presence and excellent weight.

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