Vintage Gibson Les Paul Jr TV Yellow - USA 1956

Here is a 1956 Gibson Les Paul Junior in TV Yellow, a beautifully preserved example of one of Gibson’s most iconic and stripped-back electric guitar designs. Originally introduced in 1954 as an affordable student model, the Les Paul Junior quickly became a favourite among professional players for its raw simplicity, strong midrange punch, and uncompromising tone.

This example features a solid mahogany single-cut body paired with a single P-90 pickup, delivering a direct, powerful voice with excellent clarity, bite, and dynamic response. The simple control layout keeps everything immediate and intuitive, while the lightweight construction enhances resonance and sustain. It’s a classic example of how minimal design can produce maximum tonal character.

Playability is excellent, with a comfortable vintage neck feel and strong overall responsiveness. The guitar remains in outstanding collector-grade condition with all original components intact, including frets and machine heads, and shows no evidence of breaks, repairs, or modifications. The original TV Yellow finish has aged beautifully, carrying both historical significance and unmistakable vintage charm.

Condition is excellent with only very light signs of age-related wear, and everything remains structurally and functionally original. It comes complete with its original Gibson alligator case, making this a highly desirable, museum-quality example of a 1950s Les Paul Junior in exceptional preservation.

Specifications: 

Year: 1956
Country: USA 
Model: Gibson Les Paul
Finish: TV Yellow
Body: Single Cutaway
Neck: Set mahogany neck
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Scale: 24 3/4"
Pickups: Single P-90 coil pickup
Bridge: Combination bar bridge/tailpiece
Tuners: Three-per-side tuners with white oval plastic buttons
Case: Original Gibson Alligator case