Thank you for viewing. This item for sale is an Epiphone Les Paul 1956 Gold Top. The serial number starts with U0106****, a 9-digit number, indicating it was manufactured in the Unsung factory in Korea in June 2001. This is a copy model of the popular Gold Top P90 equipped guitar from the Gibson Les Paul series. Used electric guitars are gaining recognition among guitar fans due to the current boom, and their selling prices are expected to remain high, offering potential financial value. Please consider bidding on this opportunity. My condition assessment is [Appearance 3] on a 5-point scale. Please note that the assessment is based on my subjective opinion. Main specifications: Body: Mahogany/Alder Neck: Mahogany/Set Neck Fingerboard: Rosewood Controls: Vol.*2 Ton.*2 3P Selector Tuners: Kluson Keystone Type Please understand the following points before bidding: Several inconspicuous scratches can be seen on the top, back, and sides. A small, pea-sized dent is most noticeable under the top end piece. The back of the neck and the edges of the headstock are clean with no noticeable scratches. Some rust is visible on the metal parts, but they move smoothly. The sound output when connected to an amplifier is good, and there is almost no crackling. The nut width is approximately 43.5mm as measured with calipers. The fret life remaining is over 70%, and there are no dents or wear on the fingerboard. The neck has been adjusted to be flat on the fingerboard surface, and there is no fret buzz even on the high frets. The string height is currently 2.0mm on the 6th string and 1.5mm on the 1st string at the 12th fret, but please readjust to your preference. Some adjustment room was confirmed on the adjustable rod. I do not particularly notice any tobacco or other odors. There are no noticeable scratches, and it is in quite good condition. It will be shipped in the original manufacturer's soft gig bag shown in the photos. The surface cloth has some dirt and scratches, but the inside is clean and does not interfere with normal use. The case is an included bonus, so please understand that it is sold as-is. Shipping will be via Kuroneko Yamato (Yamato Transport) prepaid throughout Japan. Thank you for your consideration.