1978 Tokai LS-60 Reborn '58 Les Paul Standard - Thin Nitro Tobacco Sunburst Finish - w Original Case (LS60) - Made in Japan - Pro Set Up w Perfect Frets/Action/Intonation
1978 Tokai LS-60 “Reborn” Les Paul Standard
SN# 8000440
Weight: 9 lbs 14 oz's
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.90
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.96
Nut Width: 1.68
A Japanese Golden Era '58 / '59 Les Paul Homage
This guitar literally vibrates with resonance, it is incredibly acoustic and just drips with vintage swag
$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. (Including new Strings, perfect Intonation, truss rod adjustment and low action) Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
This guitar is a testament to Tokai craftsmanship and high quality wood selection. It is a true example of a Japanese Golden Era guitar when they were making some of the best guitars they ever produced and head and shoulders better than anything offered by their American counterparts of the same era. Everything from the top carve, long neck tenon, and old growth woods to the nitro finish are vintage "correct" and overall this guitar feels almost indistinguishable in your hands from a real burst from Gibsons golden era of the late 1950's. Around
1977, Tokai began making nearly spot-on clones of Gibson guitars. These instruments became known as "lawsuit guitars,” despite no lawsuit actually ever taking place. The Les Paul Reborn is
Tokai's version of a golden era Gibson Les Paul Standard model. It was introduced in 1978, but by 1980 the name was changed to Reborn Old, and then finally to its current current name, Love Rock. The nitro top has gracefully aged into a gorgeous sunburst. This is the LS-80 model featuring a nitro finish, a one piece back and neck, along with the proper 17 degree headstock angle. This guitar radiates vintage vibes and supreme tones that make this fun to play and hard to put down. For a guitar that is over 40 years old, it is in excellent condition with only minor playwear that would be expected of a pre-owned guitar (See Pictures). Tokai's are often considered the benchmark of what MIJ golden-era Les Pauls are measured against, and are sometimes thought of as better than the USA standards and on par with most R8/R9 historics. This beauty is oozing Mojo and is a real work-horse! All she needs is a new home so she can ROCK!
FEATURES:
• Thin Nitro Finish
• 2-Piece solid Maple Top
• 1-Piece Honduran Mahogany Back
• 8 lbs 11.3 oz
• Rosewood fretboard with fret end bindings
• Neck thickness 1st Fret
0.911
"
• Neck thickness 12th Fret
0.977
"
• Gotah PAF Style Pickups
• Long Neck Tenon
• 1958/59 Specs
• Comes with black Tokai hard shell case
•
Pickups: Tokai PAF 57
Cosmetically this guitar is in excellent vintage condition. It shows some minor play-wear including a few small dings on the top and some slight pitting/fingernail marks in the first two frets or so. It has a beautiful patina to all the hardware that add to the mojo and vintage vibe. The tail piece is well worn in and looks especially cool.Everything can be seen in the pics.
This guitar is professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing or dead spots and is an absolute joy to play. It has been deep cleaned and detailed. All guitars will arrive looking and playing great. The frets have been leveled / dressed / polished and the fingerboard was cleaned. (Unfinished Rosewood and Ebony boards get treated with Fret Doctor - a proprietary all natural oil that is the best on the market) It has brand new strings, the action was adjusted, the intonation is spot on and it plays excellent. All the electronics work flawlessly.
**** We stand behind every guitar we sell and have consistently delivered quality that beats most people expectations, earning us a reputation for quality that is unrivaled. Simply put “good enough” is not good enough for The Guitar Dude’s standards. We try and make every guitar be at its absolute BEST to deliver on our promise. We take great pride in what we do and we are always trying our best.
* Neck is perfectly straight and the truss rod works with no issues
* Intonation is spot-on
* It has been professionally set up with nice low action & new American made strings.
* If needed, the frets will be dressed leveled & crowned
* All frets are polished prior to shipping when they are set up - They will shine like new!
* All Guitars Are Professionally and Safely Packed and Fully Insured. We Normally Ship Via UPS
***Please note that international shipping prices listed are minimum quotes in some cases. Certain countries are more expensive and will require additional shipping costs. Express services such as UPS, DHL & FedEx are also available, Please contact me for a personalized quote.
About Us
The Guitar Dude is a THREE time NAMM Top 100 Dealer in the world who has been selling some of the best guitars on the planet since 2009. Known for the most Killer Flame Top Gibson 1959 Les Pauls Reissues and classic Fender guitars of all eras. I make beautiful guitar porn, please follow me on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter. @TheGuitarDude
Search for The Guitar Dude
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I offer the best consignment sales on the planet! Find me online, just look for The Guitar Dude
For in-hand description, to propose a consignment sale or anything else please contact us
954-448-2413
I offer a super relaxed layaway plan on certain guitars, that can be custom built to fit your budget and needs. It can be extended beyond 45 days in certain situations. If you are interested in a layaway plan, please contact me for full details.
Terms For Returns & Re-Stocking Fee’s
We recognize and accept a 7 day return policy as per Reverb guidelines, BUT intentions of the return must be communicated in writing within 3 day of receiving the guitar as indicated by the tracking. Unless the guitar is not as described, ORIGINAL & RETURN SHIPPING COSTS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED. There is a 10% Re-stocking fee for ALL guitars that are returned for ANY reason outside of damage from shipping or it arrives significantly not as described. Please note that we record demo videos to make sure our guitars go out exactly as we describe them with zero issues. We understand that feeling comfortable is vital to the purchase of a guitar/bass so in any case, additional measurements or in hand descriptions are available prior to purchase/shipping. Thats said, guitars travel a great distance some times and in transit things can happen. Also guitars acclimate to new environments and this can cause a need for a new set up or minor adjustment. It is acceptable and normal if there is for instance a tiny bit of buzzing or the need to adjust a truss rod. We are in south Florida and if you are in a colder or less humid environment it is almost to be expected. Please read our feedback and see what our customers say. The guitar MUST BE RETURNED IN THE EXACT CONDITION it was advertised/received or it is subject to additional costs & or repair fees. We are not a big chain shop, I hope you understand. If you are uncomfortable with these terms please do not purchase. There are plenty big chain shops that can absorb free trials and shipping.
Payment - Shipping - International orders - Import Duties
ALL ITEMS CAN BE SHIPPED INTERNATIONALLY. - BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL IMPORT DUTIES.
I accept many forms of payment including PayPal Credit & Affirm. I always pack extremely well and ship within the USA via UPS or Fedex, all packages are fully insured with tracking & signature confirmation.
1978 Tokai LS-60 “Reborn” Les Paul Standard
SN# 8000440
Weight: 9 lbs 14 oz's
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.90
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.96
Nut Width: 1.68
A Japanese Golden Era '58 / '59 Les Paul Homage
This guitar literally vibrates with resonance, it is incredibly acoustic and just drips with vintage swag
$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. (Including new Strings, perfect Intonation, truss rod adjustment and low action) Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
This guitar is a testament to Tokai craftsmanship and high quality wood selection. It is a true example of a Japanese Golden Era guitar when they were making some of the best guitars they ever produced and head and shoulders better than anything offered by their American counterparts of the same era. Everything from the top carve, long neck tenon, and old growth woods to the nitro finish are vintage "correct" and overall this guitar feels almost indistinguishable in your hands from a real burst from Gibsons golden era of the late 1950's. Around
1977, Tokai began making nearly spot-on clones of Gibson guitars. These instruments became known as "lawsuit guitars,” despite no lawsuit actually ever taking place. The Les Paul Reborn is
Tokai's version of a golden era Gibson Les Paul Standard model. It was introduced in 1978, but by 1980 the name was changed to Reborn Old, and then finally to its current current name, Love Rock. The nitro top has gracefully aged into a gorgeous sunburst. This is the LS-80 model featuring a nitro finish, a one piece back and neck, along with the proper 17 degree headstock angle. This guitar radiates vintage vibes and supreme tones that make this fun to play and hard to put down. For a guitar that is over 40 years old, it is in excellent condition with only minor playwear that would be expected of a pre-owned guitar (See Pictures). Tokai's are often considered the benchmark of what MIJ golden-era Les Pauls are measured against, and are sometimes thought of as better than the USA standards and on par with most R8/R9 historics. This beauty is oozing Mojo and is a real work-horse! All she needs is a new home so she can ROCK!
FEATURES:
• Thin Nitro Finish
• 2-Piece solid Maple Top
• 1-Piece Honduran Mahogany Back
• 8 lbs 11.3 oz
• Rosewood fretboard with fret end bindings
• Neck thickness 1st Fret
0.911
"
• Neck thickness 12th Fret
0.977
"
• Gotah PAF Style Pickups
• Long Neck Tenon
• 1958/59 Specs
• Comes with black Tokai hard shell case
•
Pickups: Tokai PAF 57
Cosmetically this guitar is in excellent vintage condition. It shows some minor play-wear including a few small dings on the top and some slight pitting/fingernail marks in the first two frets or so. It has a beautiful patina to all the hardware that add to the mojo and vintage vibe. The tail piece is well worn in and looks especially cool.Everything can be seen in the pics.
This guitar is professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing or dead spots and is an absolute joy to play. It has been deep cleaned and detailed. All guitars will arrive looking and playing great. The frets have been leveled / dressed / polished and the fingerboard was cleaned. (Unfinished Rosewood and Ebony boards get treated with Fret Doctor - a proprietary all natural oil that is the best on the market) It has brand new strings, the action was adjusted, the intonation is spot on and it plays excellent. All the electronics work flawlessly.
**** We stand behind every guitar we sell and have consistently delivered quality that beats most people expectations, earning us a reputation for quality that is unrivaled. Simply put “good enough” is not good enough for The Guitar Dude’s standards. We try and make every guitar be at its absolute BEST to deliver on our promise. We take great pride in what we do and we are always trying our best.
* Neck is perfectly straight and the truss rod works with no issues
* Intonation is spot-on
* It has been professionally set up with nice low action & new American made strings.
* If needed, the frets will be dressed leveled & crowned
* All frets are polished prior to shipping when they are set up - They will shine like new!
* All Guitars Are Professionally and Safely Packed and Fully Insured. We Normally Ship Via UPS
***Please note that international shipping prices listed are minimum quotes in some cases. Certain countries are more expensive and will require additional shipping costs. Express services such as UPS, DHL & FedEx are also available, Please contact me for a personalized quote.
About Us
The Guitar Dude is a THREE time NAMM Top 100 Dealer in the world who has been selling some of the best guitars on the planet since 2009. Known for the most Killer Flame Top Gibson 1959 Les Pauls Reissues and classic Fender guitars of all eras. I make beautiful guitar porn, please follow me on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter. @TheGuitarDude
Search for The Guitar Dude
Often copied & imitated, but never duplicated.
Like what you see? Let me go to work for you.
I offer the best consignment sales on the planet! Find me online, just look for The Guitar Dude
For in-hand description, to propose a consignment sale or anything else please contact us
954-448-2413
I offer a super relaxed layaway plan on certain guitars, that can be custom built to fit your budget and needs. It can be extended beyond 45 days in certain situations. If you are interested in a layaway plan, please contact me for full details.
Terms For Returns & Re-Stocking Fee’s
We recognize and accept a 7 day return policy as per Reverb guidelines, BUT intentions of the return must be communicated in writing within 3 day of receiving the guitar as indicated by the tracking. Unless the guitar is not as described, ORIGINAL & RETURN SHIPPING COSTS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED. There is a 10% Re-stocking fee for ALL guitars that are returned for ANY reason outside of damage from shipping or it arrives significantly not as described. Please note that we record demo videos to make sure our guitars go out exactly as we describe them with zero issues. We understand that feeling comfortable is vital to the purchase of a guitar/bass so in any case, additional measurements or in hand descriptions are available prior to purchase/shipping. Thats said, guitars travel a great distance some times and in transit things can happen. Also guitars acclimate to new environments and this can cause a need for a new set up or minor adjustment. It is acceptable and normal if there is for instance a tiny bit of buzzing or the need to adjust a truss rod. We are in south Florida and if you are in a colder or less humid environment it is almost to be expected. Please read our feedback and see what our customers say. The guitar MUST BE RETURNED IN THE EXACT CONDITION it was advertised/received or it is subject to additional costs & or repair fees. We are not a big chain shop, I hope you understand. If you are uncomfortable with these terms please do not purchase. There are plenty big chain shops that can absorb free trials and shipping.
Payment - Shipping - International orders - Import Duties
ALL ITEMS CAN BE SHIPPED INTERNATIONALLY. - BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL IMPORT DUTIES.
I accept many forms of payment including PayPal Credit & Affirm. I always pack extremely well and ship within the USA via UPS or Fedex, all packages are fully insured with tracking & signature confirmation.
1978 Tokai LS-60 “Reborn” Les Paul Standard
SN# 8000440
Weight: 9 lbs 14 oz's
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.90
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.96
Nut Width: 1.68
A Japanese Golden Era '58 / '59 Les Paul Homage
This guitar literally vibrates with resonance, it is incredibly acoustic and just drips with vintage swag
$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. (Including new Strings, perfect Intonation, truss rod adjustment and low action) Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
This guitar is a testament to Tokai craftsmanship and high quality wood selection. It is a true example of a Japanese Golden Era guitar when they were making some of the best guitars they ever produced and head and shoulders better than anything offered by their American counterparts of the same era. Everything from the top carve, long neck tenon, and old growth woods to the nitro finish are vintage "correct" and overall this guitar feels almost indistinguishable in your hands from a real burst from Gibsons golden era of the late 1950's. Around
1977, Tokai began making nearly spot-on clones of Gibson guitars. These instruments became known as "lawsuit guitars,” despite no lawsuit actually ever taking place. The Les Paul Reborn is
Tokai's version of a golden era Gibson Les Paul Standard model. It was introduced in 1978, but by 1980 the name was changed to Reborn Old, and then finally to its current current name, Love Rock. The nitro top has gracefully aged into a gorgeous sunburst. This is the LS-80 model featuring a nitro finish, a one piece back and neck, along with the proper 17 degree headstock angle. This guitar radiates vintage vibes and supreme tones that make this fun to play and hard to put down. For a guitar that is over 40 years old, it is in excellent condition with only minor playwear that would be expected of a pre-owned guitar (See Pictures). Tokai's are often considered the benchmark of what MIJ golden-era Les Pauls are measured against, and are sometimes thought of as better than the USA standards and on par with most R8/R9 historics. This beauty is oozing Mojo and is a real work-horse! All she needs is a new home so she can ROCK!
FEATURES:
• Thin Nitro Finish
• 2-Piece solid Maple Top
• 1-Piece Honduran Mahogany Back
• 8 lbs 11.3 oz
• Rosewood fretboard with fret end bindings
• Neck thickness 1st Fret
0.911
"
• Neck thickness 12th Fret
0.977
"
• Gotah PAF Style Pickups
• Long Neck Tenon
• 1958/59 Specs
• Comes with black Tokai hard shell case
•
Pickups: Tokai PAF 57
Cosmetically this guitar is in excellent vintage condition. It shows some minor play-wear including a few small dings on the top and some slight pitting/fingernail marks in the first two frets or so. It has a beautiful patina to all the hardware that add to the mojo and vintage vibe. The tail piece is well worn in and looks especially cool.Everything can be seen in the pics.
This guitar is professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing or dead spots and is an absolute joy to play. It has been deep cleaned and detailed. All guitars will arrive looking and playing great. The frets have been leveled / dressed / polished and the fingerboard was cleaned. (Unfinished Rosewood and Ebony boards get treated with Fret Doctor - a proprietary all natural oil that is the best on the market) It has brand new strings, the action was adjusted, the intonation is spot on and it plays excellent. All the electronics work flawlessly.
**** We stand behind every guitar we sell and have consistently delivered quality that beats most people expectations, earning us a reputation for quality that is unrivaled. Simply put “good enough” is not good enough for The Guitar Dude’s standards. We try and make every guitar be at its absolute BEST to deliver on our promise. We take great pride in what we do and we are always trying our best.
* Neck is perfectly straight and the truss rod works with no issues
* Intonation is spot-on
* It has been professionally set up with nice low action & new American made strings.
* If needed, the frets will be dressed leveled & crowned
* All frets are polished prior to shipping when they are set up - They will shine like new!
* All Guitars Are Professionally and Safely Packed and Fully Insured. We Normally Ship Via UPS
***Please note that international shipping prices listed are minimum quotes in some cases. Certain countries are more expensive and will require additional shipping costs. Express services such as UPS, DHL & FedEx are also available, Please contact me for a personalized quote.
About Us
The Guitar Dude is a THREE time NAMM Top 100 Dealer in the world who has been selling some of the best guitars on the planet since 2009. Known for the most Killer Flame Top Gibson 1959 Les Pauls Reissues and classic Fender guitars of all eras. I make beautiful guitar porn, please follow me on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter. @TheGuitarDude
Search for The Guitar Dude
Often copied & imitated, but never duplicated.
Like what you see? Let me go to work for you.
I offer the best consignment sales on the planet! Find me online, just look for The Guitar Dude
For in-hand description, to propose a consignment sale or anything else please contact us
954-448-2413
I offer a super relaxed layaway plan on certain guitars, that can be custom built to fit your budget and needs. It can be extended beyond 45 days in certain situations. If you are interested in a layaway plan, please contact me for full details.
Terms For Returns & Re-Stocking Fee’s
We recognize and accept a 7 day return policy as per Reverb guidelines, BUT intentions of the return must be communicated in writing within 3 day of receiving the guitar as indicated by the tracking. Unless the guitar is not as described, ORIGINAL & RETURN SHIPPING COSTS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED. There is a 10% Re-stocking fee for ALL guitars that are returned for ANY reason outside of damage from shipping or it arrives significantly not as described. Please note that we record demo videos to make sure our guitars go out exactly as we describe them with zero issues. We understand that feeling comfortable is vital to the purchase of a guitar/bass so in any case, additional measurements or in hand descriptions are available prior to purchase/shipping. Thats said, guitars travel a great distance some times and in transit things can happen. Also guitars acclimate to new environments and this can cause a need for a new set up or minor adjustment. It is acceptable and normal if there is for instance a tiny bit of buzzing or the need to adjust a truss rod. We are in south Florida and if you are in a colder or less humid environment it is almost to be expected. Please read our feedback and see what our customers say. The guitar MUST BE RETURNED IN THE EXACT CONDITION it was advertised/received or it is subject to additional costs & or repair fees. We are not a big chain shop, I hope you understand. If you are uncomfortable with these terms please do not purchase. There are plenty big chain shops that can absorb free trials and shipping.
Payment - Shipping - International orders - Import Duties
ALL ITEMS CAN BE SHIPPED INTERNATIONALLY. - BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL IMPORT DUTIES.
I accept many forms of payment including PayPal Credit & Affirm. I always pack extremely well and ship within the USA via UPS or Fedex, all packages are fully insured with tracking & signature confirmation.