What began this year as a mystery guitar and quickly turned into a limited collector’s item priced at £17,000 is now available as the Gibson USA “Paul for the people.” This model pairs a SlimTaper neck profile with P-90 single coils, delivering classic rock ’n’ roll tones in a stylish black and chrome finish.
Shortly after Oasis began their Live ’25 reunion tour on July 4, 2025, fans noticed Noel Gallagher playing a black Les Paul guitar, sparking rumors about its origin. Speculation ranged from it being the custom guitar loaned by Johnny Marr to another rare piece.
Gibson later confirmed a limited 25-piece run of a £17,500 guitar, described as a tribute to the instrument used by Gallagher during the reunion shows. This was a Made To Measure Les Paul, developed over 18 months in collaboration with Noel.
Just before Oasis's five-date Australian run, Gibson announced the broader release of the Gibson USA Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard. Unlike a radical redesign, it is essentially a refined and enhanced version of the classic Les Paul.
“Paid tribute to the instrument that Noel Gallagher has been using at Oasis reunion shows,”
“Everyman” SlimTaper neck profile.
Guitar World experts dedicate hours testing and comparing guitars, assuring buyers of the quality and performance of this model.
This Gibson USA Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard blends classic features with modern enhancements, offering fans and players a high-quality instrument closely tied to Noel's reunion tour performances.
“It’s ‘limited’ but we have no idea to how many.”
Author’s note: The Gibson Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard represents a modern yet faithful take on a classic, crafted for both collectors and rock enthusiasts.