Gibson Les Paul Modern Sparkling Burgundy (281)Gibson outfits the Les Paul Modern to meet the demands of the contemporary player without sacrificing classic Les Paul style or sound. The mahogany body features ultra modern weight relief and a maple cap for a traditional look with enhanced comfort. The mahogany neck is carved to an asymmetrical Slim Taper profile and features a contoured neck heel to compliment the ebony fingerboards compound radius, providing better access to the highest frets.