Gold Musical Instruments: Compare Listings & Prices
Catalog refreshed October 18, 2026
Content revised October 28, 2026
Browse 15 listings for Gold Musical Instruments, including options from Gibson and The Music Zoo. Compare product details and listed prices.
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Gibson Explorer 70s with Gold Hardware, Vintage Sunburst, Exclusive
Gibson
$2,599.00

Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue, Ultra Light Aged, Double Gold
Gibson
$5,499.00

Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue, VOS, Double Gold with Dark Back
Gibson
$4,999.00

Gibson Flying V 70s with Gold Hardware, Vintage Sunburst, Exclusive
Gibson
$2,599.00

Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue, VOS, Double Gold
Gibson
$4,999.00

Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue, Ultra Heavy Aged, Double Gold
Gibson
$8,999.00

Gibson Custom 1954 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue VOS, Double Gold
Gibson
$4,699.00

Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue, Left-Handed, VOS, Double Gold
Gibson
$4,999.00

Epiphone Earl Scruggs Golden Deluxe Banjo, Vintage Sunburst
Gibson
$1,299.00

Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Darkback Reissue, Left-Handed, VOS, Double Gold
Gibson
$4,999.00

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s, Left-Handed, Goldtop
Gibson
$2,799.00

Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Darkback Reissue, Light Aged, Double Gold with Dark Back
Gibson
$6,499.00

Gibson Custom LE 1956 Les Paul Reissue with Gold Hardware, Light Aged, All Double Gold
Gibson
$6,999.00

Gibson Custom 1954 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue, Heavy Aged, Double Gold
Gibson
$7,199.00

1988 Yamaha SG3000 Custom Gold
The Music Zoo
$3,899.00
The 15 displayed listings with prices are listed from $1,299.00 to $8,999.00 (USD) in this catalog snapshot. Confirm the selected variant's current price, availability and purchase terms with the retailer.
Most are electric guitars with gold hardware or gold-topped finishes, and a few are a gold-accented banjo.
When choosing a gold instrument, look at the type of gold detailing, plated hardware, gold-leaf finishes, or a full gold top, and consider how it affects weight and tone. Solid wood bodies such as mahogany or maple paired with quality pickups give the best sound.
Check the finish durability; gold plating can wear over time, so a clear coat or lacquer helps preserve it. Also verify that the model’s neck profile and scale length suit your playing style.
Questions
Does gold plating affect the tone of a guitar?
Gold hardware mainly changes appearance; it has little impact on tone compared to the wood and pickups.
Are gold-topped guitars heavier than standard finishes?
The gold finish adds a thin layer, so weight differences are minimal and come from the wood and hardware.
How can I maintain the gold finish?
Clean with a soft cloth and use a clear protective coating to prevent tarnish.
Is a gold-accented banjo tuned differently?
The tuning is the same as any banjo; the gold finish does not change its pitch.