Gibson Kirk Hammett "Greeny” Les Paul Standard - w Tone Specific Limited Ed. Virgil Arlo Peter Green 1959 PAF Pickups - Pro Set Up w Perfect frets/Action/Intonation!

Guitar Dude Custom - 2023 Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard

Upgraded with Limited Edition

Peter Green model Virgil Arlo 1959 PAF Black Label Clones by Tone Specific

They are $$$ and Sold Out for EVER

Serial: 204530008

Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .85

Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .97

Weight: 9 lbs 2 oz's

Comes in Origianl Gibson Hard Case

$$$ 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!

Unleash Legendary Tone: Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard – Mint Condition with Elite Upgrades!

Step into the pantheon of guitar gods with this Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard, a breathtaking homage to the 1959 Les Paul that shaped rock and blues history. Owned by Peter Green, Gary Moore, and now Metallica's Kirk Hammett, Greeny is more than a guitar-it's a legacy. This pristine example, in excellent condition with zero flaws, boasts upgraded electronics featuring Peter Green model Virgil Arlo 1959 PAF Black Label Clones by Tone Specific, taking its iconic sound to transcendent heights. Ready to redefine your playing, this professionally set-up masterpiece is waiting to ignite your music. Iconic Looks, Timeless Vibe: Finished in the stunning Greeny Burst, this Les Paul radiates vintage allure with its satin nitrocellulose AAA figured maple top over a mahogany body. The deep, translucent burst-swirling from rich amber to creamy yellow-captures the soul of the original while exuding modern elegance. Its sleek lines and flawless finish make it a stage stunner, perfect for players who demand presence as much as performance. In excellent condition, it shows no signs of wear-just pure, unblemished beauty ready for your spotlight.

Upgraded Electronics:

Peter Green's Magic Amplified: The stock Greenybuckers are legendary, but this Greeny soars with Peter Green model Virgil Arlo 1959 PAF Black Label Clones by Tone Specific. These boutique pickups are meticulously crafted to emulate the holy grail of PAF tones, delivering the exact out-of-phase magic that defined Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac classics like Albatross and Black Magic Woman. The reverse-polarity neck pickup produces that signature nasal, quacky bite in the middle switch position-think warm, soulful cleans that shimmer with clarity, morphing into searing, vocal-like leads with a flick of the switch. The bridge pickup growls with fat, articulate mids and sparkling highs, perfect for bluesy bends, crunching riffs, or face-melting solos à la Kirk Hammett. Hand-wired with premium Orange Drop capacitors, the tone controls offer silky-smooth roll-off, giving you unmatched versatility from smoky jazz to thrash-metal fury.

Unrivaled Playability:

Professionally set up by master luthiers, this Greeny plays like a dream. The ‘50s vintage neck profile-chunky yet comfortable-cradles your hand for effortless chord work and lightning-fast leads. The Indian rosewood fretboard, paired with a 12-inch radius and 22 medium-jumbo frets, ensures buttery-smooth action across every inch. The ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and Grover Rotomatic tuners lock in tuning stability, while the lightweight mahogany body (just 9 pounds, 11 ounces) balances perfectly for hours of fatigue-free playing. Whether you're shredding in the studio or commanding a stage, this guitar responds to your every nuance with precision and soul. The Gibson-Kirk Hammett Legacy: Inspired by the original Greeny, passed from Peter Green's bluesy brilliance to Gary Moore's fiery Thin Lizzy anthems and now Kirk Hammett's thrash-metal mastery, this Les Paul Standard brings that storied tone to you. Gibson's meticulous craftsmanship ensures every detail-from the satin nitro finish to the custom-wound pickups-honors the original's mystique while delivering modern reliability. The upgraded Virgil Arlo pickups elevate this instrument into a collector's dream and a player's weapon, blending vintage authenticity with boutique precision.

Specs That Sing:

Body: Mahogany with AAA figured maple top for warmth and sustain. - Neck: Mahogany with ‘50s vintage profile for comfort and grip. - Fretboard: Indian rosewood, 24.75-inch scale, 12-inch radius for fluid playability. - Pickups: Virgil Arlo 1959 PAF Black Label Clones (Peter Green model) with reverse-polarity neck for iconic out-of-phase tones. - Hardware: ABR-1 bridge, Grover tuners, and hand-wired Orange Drop capacitors for flawless performance. - Case: Includes premium Gibson hardshell case for ultimate protection.

This Gibson Kirk Hammett Greeny Les Paul Standard is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a flawless, upgraded icon that channels three generations of guitar legends. With its professionally dialed-in setup and game-changing Virgil Arlo pickups, it's ready to write your own chapter in Greeny's epic story. Don't wait-this tonal titan won't last! Contact us now to claim your piece of rock history!

Description of the pickups:

If you're searching for who makes the best Peter Green PAF pickups, look no further than the Virgil Arlo 1959 Peter Green PAF Pickups by Tone Specific. These pickups are the most accurate recreation of the out-of-phase PAFs found in Peter Green’s legendary 1959 Gibson Les Paul—a guitar that defined the blues-rock tones of Fleetwood Mac’s early years.

For those chasing the haunting, hollow, and vocal-like out-of-phase tones that made Peter Green’s playing so unique, these pickups are the best out-of-phase humbucker pickups available today.

Peter Green’s 1959 Les Paul: The Tone Starts with the Pickups

Peter Green’s 1959 Gibson Les Paul—often referred to as the "Greeny" Les Paul—was one of the most iconic electric guitars in history. Unlike standard Les Pauls, Green’s guitar had a magnetically out-of-phase neck pickup, creating a thin, hollow, and almost nasal tone when used in the middle position.

Many myths surround Green’s sound, but the biggest factor was the pickups. The original PAF humbuckers in his 1959 Les Paul were:

✔ Slightly underwound – Providing extra clarity and bloom

✔ Handwound with vintage-correct techniques – Creating unmatched dynamics

✔ Out of phase in the middle position – Producing the signature "hollow" tone

The Virgil Arlo 1959 Peter Green PAF Pickups replicate these exact qualities, delivering Peter Green’s signature tone with the warmth, clarity, and dynamics only true vintage-style pickups can provide.

Why Choose Virgil Arlo 1959 Peter Green PAF Pickups?

1. The Most Accurate Peter Green PAF Tone Available

✔ True vintage PAF clarity – Clear, dynamic, and touch-sensitive

✔ Out-of-phase middle position – Produces the legendary hollow, vocal-like tone

✔ Smooth but biting bridge pickup – Perfect for blues and rock lead playing

✔ Woody, airy neck pickup – Ideal for warm, jazzy cleans

2. Handwound for True 1959 PAF Authenticity

Every Virgil Arlo pickup is handwound using vintage-correct materials, including:

✔ (VST) Virtual Stagger Technology – Enhancing resonance and dynamics

✔ Correct vintage winding patterns – Ensuring organic, musical response

✔ Aged Alnico magnets – Providing a soft, natural attack

3. Best Out-of-Phase Humbucker Pickups for Blues & Rock

Whether you're playing Fleetwood Mac’s “The Supernatural”, "Need Your Love So Bad," or pushing your amp into smooth overdrive like Green’s "Oh Well" tone, these pickups deliver.

✔ Works beautifully with vintage-style amps

✔ Handles overdrive and fuzz with warmth and control

✔ Clean tones sing with rich harmonics

4. The Closest You Can Get to the Real "Greeny" Sound

Many guitarists seek the holy grail of vintage PAF tone, but only a few pickup makers truly capture the nuances of the original 1959 PAFs. The Virgil Arlo 1959 Peter Green PAF Pickups provide the most authentic Peter Green-style PAF tone ever created, making them the best out-of-phase humbucker pickups for true tone chasers.

Virgil Arlo 1959 Peter Green PAF Pickups vs. Other Boutique Peter Green Models

Feature Virgil Arlo 1959 Peter Green PAF Pickups Other Boutique Peter Green PAFs

True Vintage PAF Clarity ✅ Yes – Warm, clear, and dynamic ❌ No – Often too dark or compressed

Handwound for Authenticity ✅ Yes – Vintage-correct techniques ❌ No – Many use modern winding methods

Out-of-Phase Middle Position ✅ Yes – Replicates Peter Green’s Les Paul ❌ No – Some models lack true phase shift

Touch Sensitivity & Dynamics ✅ Excellent – Expressive, nuanced tone ❌ Limited – Can sound stiff or artificial

Aged to Sound Like a Real 1959 PAF ✅ Yes – Naturally broken-in tone ❌ No – Often sounds new and sterile

Perfect for Blues & Classic Rock ✅ Yes – Ideal for Peter Green, Clapton, & Kossoff tones ❌ No – Some lack warmth and bloom

Used by Pro Players ✅ Yes – Trusted by session musicians & tone experts ❌ Rarely found in pro rigs

Price-to-Performance Ratio ✅ Outstanding – Best balance of price & vintage tone ❌ Expensive but lacks real vintage feel

Unlock the True Peter Green PAF Tone

If you're wondering who makes the best Peter Green PAF pickups, the answer is Virgil Arlo 1959 Peter Green PAF Pickups by Tone Specific. These pickups provide the most authentic recreation of Greeny’s legendary tone, making them the best out-of-phase humbucker pickups for any serious blues or rock guitarist.

🎸 Bring the magic of Peter Green’s 1959 Les Paul to your guitar today!

Limited Edition - Get Them While You Can

The 1959 Virgil Arlo "Peter Green" Black Label Humbucker Pickups were originally sold for $1200 per set. This set is no longer available. Please check ebay or Reverb for used sets.

You can achieve similar results with our Deluxe P.A.F. Humbucker Set if you ask us to make them with the Peter Green modification, which is considered by many to be the Best Humbucker Pickups ever made.

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!

***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.

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