Looking for a left handed Gibson guitar but unsure which models are currently available as lefties? Take a quick read through this article, and all shall be revealed!
The Gibson website does have a left-handed section, although it seems to be wildly inaccurate at the time of writing. I’m glad I made this guide for you, then, right?
Gibson appears to have been thinning their southpaw stable recently in order to concentrate on the more popular models. However, if I was able to find now discontinued models still available for sale, I have included them in the list below.
For a list of in-stock lefty Gibson guitars that you can pick up right away, check out the links below to browse the full range.
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This is a fairly lengthy guide, so feel free to use the links below to jump to the sections that are relevant to you.
- Does Gibson Make Left Handed Guitars?
- Where To Buy Lefty Gibson Guitars?
- Gibson Electric Guitars
- Gibson Custom Shop Collection
- Gibson Acoustic Guitars
- Gibson Bass Guitars
Does Gibson Make Left Handed Guitars?
Yes! Lefties will be pleased to know that the brand currently offers a large number of their most popular electric guitar models as left-handed versions. In addition, at least 50% of Gibson’s acoustic range is also available to order left handed. Unfortunately, there are currently no left handed Gibson basses.
Lefties Available
Electric Guitars
Yes
Acoustic Guitars
Yes
Bass Guitars
No
Make sure also to check out the left handed Epiphone guitars currently available for some more affordable versions of these legendary instruments!
Where To Buy Left-Handed Gibson Guitars?
If you’re searching for a left-handed Gibson guitar, online retailers are usually your most reliable option. Availability can differ depending on the model, so it’s smart to browse multiple sites to find the best price and selection.
Since left-handed versions are often made in limited quantities, they can sell out quickly, so it’s wise to act fast when you spot one. Take a look at the trusted retailers below to see what’s currently available.
Left Handed Gibson Electric Guitars
Gibson 70s Explorer
The Gibson ’70s Explorer revives a legendary rock icon with its bold, angular body, hockey-stick headstock, and stage-ready chrome hardware. At the time of writing, it is the only left-handed Gibson Explorer model available.
Its mahogany body and SlimTaper mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard offer fast, comfortable playability, perfect for hard rock and metal. Dual ’70s Tribute Burstbucker pickups deliver tight lows, rich mids, and smooth highs for that classic Gibson tone.
Designed to recreate the sound of vintage PAF humbuckers, it’s built for punchy riffs and soaring leads. With eye-catching looks and powerful tone, the ’70s Explorer is built to turn heads and shake arenas.
- Body : Mahogany
- Neck : Mahogany SlimTaper Profile
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : 70s Tribute Humbuckers
It is available left-handed in a Classic White finish.
Gibson Les Paul Junior
Alongside the Les Paul Studio, the Gibson Les Paul Junior is currently the most affordable lefty model currently offered by the brand.
The Les Paul Junior was originally introduced in 1954 for beginners, but has become a favorite among pros for its raw, expressive tone. Its single-cutaway mahogany body and dogear P-90 pickup deliver punchy mids, dynamic response, and gritty overdrive.
A chunky 50s-style mahogany neck and 12″ radius rosewood fingerboard offer comfortable playability and smooth bends. With a simple control layout and Wraparound bridge, it emphasizes tone, sustain, and reliability.
Lightweight and minimalist, it’s a no-fuss rock machine with vintage charm and modern versatility.
- Body : Mahogany
- Neck : Mahogany Vintage 50s Profile
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : Wraparound
- Pickups : P-90
Available left-handed in a Vintage Tobacco Burst finish.
Gibson Les Paul Special
The left-handed Gibson Les Paul Special is based on the Les Paul Junior model above but adds a second P-90 in the neck position, neck binding, and additional controls for the extra pickup. A great option for players who love the simplicity of the Les Paul Junior but would prefer just a little more tonal variety.
Standout features include the solid mahogany body and neck, 22 fret rosewood fretboard, dual hand-wired P-90 pickups, and Kluson vintage deluxe tuners.
- Body : Mahogany
- Neck : Mahogany Vintage 50s Profile
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : Wraparound
- Pickups : P-90
Check out the video below where Gibson’s Mark Agnesi gives a run-through of this gorgeous axe. Related Post – Why Is A Guitar Called An Axe?
Available left handed in that iconic TV Yellow finish.
Gibson Left Handed Les Paul Standard 50s
The newly redesigned left-handed Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s aims to bring this iconic guitar back to its glory days when it was first introduced in the 1950s.
The guitar features a solid mahogany body paired with a maple top, a mahogany neck, and 22 22-fret rosewood fingerboard, plus a pair of AlNiCo 2 Burstbucker humbuckers for that legendary tone only a Les Paul can throw out.
- Body : Mahogany w/ Maple Top
- Neck : Mahogany Vintage 50s Profile
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : Burstbucker 1 & 2
Check it out in the video below!
Available left handed in Gold Top and Heritage Cherry Sunburst finishes.
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s
Some of the main differences between this 60s model and the 50s Les Paul above include the slimmer neck profile, reflective top knobs, higher output AlNiCo 5 humbuckers, plus Grover tuners.
Aside from these few key differences, the two guitars are very similar in terms of their makeup. Main features include a solid mahogany body and neck, maple cap, 22 fret rosewood fingerboard, and Burstbucker 61R and T pickups.
- Body : Mahogany w/ AA Figured Maple Top
- Neck : Mahogany Slim Taper
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : Burstbucker 61R & 61T
You can hear the Les Paul Standard 60s model in the video below.
Available left handed in Bourbon Burst and Iced Tea finishes.
Gibson Left Handed SG Standard ’61
The sound of the 1960s! After sales of the Les Paul started to falter, 1961 was the year that Gibson introduced their new Les Paul – the Les Paul SG. For reasons that we won’t delve into here, this guitar was later re-branded simply as the SG, or Solid Guitar. It is that guitar that this newly redesigned model is based on.
As with all new Original Collection guitars, the left-handed Gibson SG Standard 61 features a solid mahogany body without any of that modern weight-relief malarkey. It also wields a mahogany neck with 22 22-fret rosewood fingerboard, dual high-output AlNiCo 5 humbuckers, and Kluson Deluxe tuners.
- Body : Mahogany
- Neck : Mahogany Slim Taper
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : Burstbucker 61R & 61T
If you’d like to hear the new SG Standard 61 in action, why not check out Gibson’s video below!
Available left handed in a Vintage Cherry finish.
Gibson Left Handed ES-335
The ES-335 was the very first thinline archtop of its kind, and is still considered as being the standard for semi-hollow guitars to this day. Some players would go as far as to say that this guitar is even better and more versatile than Gibson’s legendary Les Paul!
Offering up that sought-after, versatile ES tone in spades, the ES-335 features a maple/poplar/maple body, mahogany neck with 22 22-fret rosewood fingerboard, dual T-type humbuckers, and Kluson vintage deluxe tuners.
- Body : 3-Ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
- Neck : Mahogany Rounded C Profile
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : Calibrated T-Type
Available left handed in Sixties Cherry and Vintage Burst finishes.
Gibson ES-335 Figured
You probably won’t be surprised to hear that the left handed Gibson ES-335 Figured is pretty much the same guitar as the model above, albeit with the addition of a stunning AAA-grade figured maple top!
As well as the extra bling provided by the upgraded top, this model also features small block acrylic inlays, as opposed to the dots found on the standard 335. Aside from these two differences, the two models have the exact same features.
Check out the video for the ES-335 above if you’d like to have a listen to what these two beauties sound like.
- Body : 3-Ply AAA Figured Maple/Poplar/Maple
- Neck : Mahogany Rounded C Profile
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : Calibrated T-Type
Available left handed in a Sixties Cherry finish.
Gibson ES-345
The left handed Gibson ES-345 is essentially a slightly upgraded version of the ES-335 above. The changes are subtle, but add up to a more premium-looking instrument.
The two key differences between the ES-335 and ES-345 are that this model has fancier 3-ply cream binding, as well as split parallelogram inlays, which are exclusive to this guitar. Other than this, both models are exactly the same.
- Body : 3-Ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
- Neck : Mahogany Rounded C Profile
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : Calibrated T-Type
Here is an absolutely dreamy demonstration video of the 345 from Peach Guitars, which will definitely persuade you that getting one is a good idea!
Available left handed in a Vintage Burst finish.
Gibson Les Paul Studio
The left handed Gibson Les Paul Studio is one of the most affordable southpaw electric guitars currently available from the brand.
Costs are kept low by eliminating fancier appointments such as the body and neck binding, as well as some switching options from the push/pull pots. This guitar includes everything you need and nothing you don’t!
The Les Paul Studio features Gibson’s ultra-modern weight relief to give a much lighter weight instrument than expected. It also features a solid mahogany body and neck, maple top, and 22-fret rosewood fingerboard.
- Body : Mahogany w/ Maple Top
- Neck : Mahogany Slim Taper
- Fretboard : Indian Rosewood
- Bridge : Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : Burstbucker Pro Humbuckers
Available left handed in Cherry Sunburst, Ebony, Blueberry Burst, and Wine
Red finishes.
Gibson SG Standard
The Gibson left-handed SG Standard is essentially the traditional SG vibe that you’d expect, albeit with a pair of higher-gain Gibson 490 humbuckers that modern players tend to prefer.
Aside from the latest pickups, the left handed Gibson SG Standard features the usual solid mahogany body and neck, 22 fret rosewood fretboard, and classic kidney button tuners.
- Body : Mahogany
- Neck : Mahogany Rounded Profile
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : 490R & 490T
Our friend Shane has an excellent overview and demonstration of this very model if you have a spare 10 minutes!
Available left handed in Ebony and Heritage Cherry finishes.
Gibson Slash Les Paul Standard
The Slash Collection pays homage to the guitars that the Guns ‘n Roses legend has used throughout his illustrious career, and these two Les Pauls are probably the most iconic of the lot!
These left handed Gibson Les Paul models both feature a solid mahogany body with AAA flamed maple top, a ’50s vintage profile mahogany neck with 22-fret rosewood fingerboard, and two high-output Custom Burstbucker pickups.
Slash fans will appreciate the ‘Skully‘ graphic on the back of the headstock, as well as having the man’s signature on the truss rod cover. Gibson also supplies a plain truss rod cover in the case, however.
- Body : Mahogany w/ AAA Flamed Maple Top
- Neck : Mahogany 50s Vintage Profile
- Fretboard : Rosewood
- Bridge : ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : Custom Burstbucker Alnico II
If you’d like to hear the guitars in action, check out the excellent video from Wildwood Guitars below.
Available left handed in Appetite Burst and November Burst finishes.
Gibson Slash Victoria
The Slash “Victoria” Les Paul Standard Goldtop is part of the Gibson Slash Collection, celebrating the guitars that shaped Slash’s legendary tone.
It features a maple top, solid mahogany body, and a C-shape neck for a smooth, comfortable feel. Custom BurstBucker Alnico 2 pickups and hand-wired electronics with Orange Drop capacitors deliver warm, expressive tone.
Unique Slash touches include his “Skully” logo on the headstock, signature truss rod cover, and signature picks and strings. Built for performance and stage-ready style, it combines vintage character with Slash’s personal specs.
- Body : Mahogany w/ Maple Top
- Neck : Mahogany 50s Vintage Profile
- Fretboard : Indian Rosewood
- Bridge : ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Pickups : Custom Burstbucker Alnico II
Available left-handed in a classy Goldtop finish.
Gibson Tony Iommi SG Special Left Handed
Tony is one of the most famous left handed guitarists, so of course, Gibson had to offer this one in southpaw mode! Based on his heavily modded 1964 SG, this signature model is designed to be an absolute riff machine.
Main features include a solid mahogany body, a rounded profile mahogany neck, 22 22-fret Indian rosewood-bound fingerboard, and Grover Rotomatic tuners. A feature that really sets this model apart from your traditional SG is the dual P-90 pickups. You’ll also find one of Tony’s monkey stickers in the case if you’d like to go the whole hog and copy the instrument it’s modeled on.
- Body : Mahogany
- Neck : Mahogany Rounded Profile
- Fretboard : Indian Rosewood
- Bridge : Adjustable Wraparound
- Pickups : P-90
For a very thorough overview of this new model, check out the video below!
Available left handed in a Vintage Cherry finish.
Left Handed Gibson Custom Shop Guitars
If you’re a lefty guitarist dreaming beyond the standard models, the Gibson Custom Shop is where things get seriously exciting. This is Gibson’s elite division, dedicated to crafting high-end, meticulously detailed guitars—often replicating vintage specs or offering full-on custom creations.
Whether you’re after a faithful ’59 Les Paul reissue or want to tweak the specs to your heart’s content, this is where the magic happens.
There are two standout programs worth knowing about. First, the Murphy Lab, which specializes in beautifully aged guitars with vintage-inspired finishes, relic work, and hardware distressing that looks and feels straight out of the golden era. If you want a guitar that plays like new but looks like it’s toured the world since 1959, this is your jam.
Then there’s Made 2 Measure (M2M)—your chance to spec out your dream guitar from the ground up. Want a left-handed VOS Les Paul with a specific neck profile, custom color, or unique top? Totally doable. The best part? Gibson Custom Shop absolutely caters to lefties, so you’re not left out of the boutique-level experience.
For example, check out the awesome Malicious Magenta Les Paul Custom above that I spotted on the Gibson Custom Instagram page.
Gibson Left Handed Acoustic Guitars
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Built in the brand’s Montana factory, Gibson acoustic guitars are some of the world’s most recognisable and sought-after instruments.
From their popular J-45 dreadnought to the smaller bodied L-00 and intricately styled Hummingbird, plenty of lefty Gibson acoustic guitars can be ordered in a southpaw configuration.
In fact, at least 50% of the sizeable Gibson acoustic range is available to order left handed. So, instead of wasting your time listing them all here, I’d encourage you to head over to the brand’s website for a quick browse of the full left handed Gibson acoustic guitar range.
Chances are good that, if you spot something you like, it will be available as a southpaw version.
In the top right of every model’s page, you’ll spot a ‘handedness‘ column. See the example below so that you know what to look out for. If the model is available to order left-handed it will clearly be displayed here.
Left Handed Gibson Bass Guitars
Unfortunately, there are currently no Gibson left handed bass guitars available. Fingers crossed the brand rectifies this in the near future.
That’s All Folks! Probably?
And that just about wraps the left Handed Gibson guitar range up! As I say, this guide is correct according to the Gibson website, plus the information given to me by Gibson themselves.
However, there may well be additional models available that aren’t listed there. Dealer special runs, region exclusive models, or newly announced guitars that aren’t widely available yet.
So, for that reason, please make sure to check out the links below to discover the latest lefty Gibson models.
Ordering Information
Your local dealer will be able to order any of these Gibson left-handed guitars for you if they do not already have them in stock.
For a list of in-stock lefty Gibson guitars that you can pick up right away, check out the links below to browse the full range.
For more information:
Gibson Website
