Kirk Hammett Photo: Ross Halfin

Gibson Custom Shop has collaborated with Metallica’s Kirk Hammett to introduce the globally available Gibson 1989 Kirk Hammett Les Paul Custom. This recreation pays tribute to Hammett’s iconic 1989 Gibson Les Paul Custom, celebrated for its role in Metallica’s albums and tours.

The reproduced guitar features all-black hardware and uncovered-type pickups. It also incorporates a Fishman Powerbridge piezo bridge pickup system with a Powership preamp and volume control, delivering a simulated full-bodied acoustic tone. Aged by the Murphy Lab, the guitar mirrors the look and feel of Hammett’s original, creating a fitting tribute to the metal guitar master.

Hammett commented:

“This black 1989 Les Paul Custom is actually the first Les Paul I ever played live on stage and on tour. I got it when we were on the …And Justice For All tour, specifically for “Fade To Black” because I really wanted that big, fat, creamy Les Paul sound for the intro. I loved how fast the neck was and after my tech modified a bunch of the hardware, making it ‘none more black,’ it ended up being a great live metal guitar. It’s a very dependable and reliable guitar, and I’ve used it for decades. I hope you all will enjoy it as much as I did!”

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In the realm of Metallica collectibles, Super7 announces the release of the third version of its ReAction figure featuring the late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton. Expected around March 1, the figure showcases Burton in torn jeans, a black t-shirt, and flannel, accompanied by a black bass guitar. The 3¾ scale figure, crafted with injected plastic and paint, pays homage to Burton’s distinctive style and enduring legacy.

Metallica fans and collectors can anticipate adding both the Gibson 1989 Kirk Hammett Les Paul Custom and the new Cliff Burton ReAction figure to their prized memorabilia collections. Visit Gibson.com and Metallica’s website for more details on these offerings.