{"product_id":"retrospec-exclusive-series-les-paul-lightweight-aluminium-stop-tailpiece-nickel","title":"St. Helens x RetroSpec Exclusive Series Les Paul Lightweight Aluminium Stop Tailpiece - Nickel","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWe’re proud to offer a vintage-correct aluminum stoptail designed to match the lightweight construction and tonal response of original late-’50s Gibson hardware — the tailpiece that helped define the sound of a true Burst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003ePick up a modern Les Paul tailpiece and it feels heavy. Pick up an original 1959 example and it feels like almost nothing — just over an ounce. That difference is not cosmetic. Aluminum vibrates differently than zinc, allowing the guitar top to resonate more freely, transferring string energy more efficiently, and producing the open, woody sustain that defines vintage instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eMost modern Gibson guitars are equipped with zinc tailpieces, which are significantly heavier and tend to dampen resonance. At approximately 1.2 oz, this lightweight aluminum tailpiece is less than half the weight of a typical zinc unit, making it one of the most effective upgrades you can make to improve clarity, response, and overall liveliness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eCrafted from die-cast aluminum and finished in nickel plating without a copper underlayer, this piece reflects key vintage-correct construction details that influence both tone and aging characteristics. Each unit is hand-sanded and polished by Historic Makeovers, resulting in a naturally broken-in appearance with subtle variation from part to part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eChoose between \u003cstrong\u003eNOS (New Old Stock)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a clean vibe, or \u003cstrong\u003eAged\u003c\/strong\u003e for that well-loved, road-worn appearance. Perfect for restorations, conversions, or any player chasing the golden age of tone and craftsmanship. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery aged piece is hand-treated, resulting in slight variations that give each one its own unique character.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eExperience the lightweight resonance that made the original Burst come alive — only from RetroSpec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStop Tailpiece Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eMaterial: Lightweight cast aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFinish: Nickel plating without copper underlayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWeight: ~1.2 oz (vs. 3+ oz for zinc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eStud spacing: 3.25″ (82.5mm) — standard Gibson spec\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eCompatible with vintage-length and historic-length studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eHand-sanded and polished for vintage-correct appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eControlled ear thickness and fit for tonal consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Studs not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Please allow 3–5 business days for shipping. All parts are custom aged per order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RetroSpec","offers":[{"title":"Nickel - Aged","offer_id":53428350648686,"sku":"STPTPAGD","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nickel - NOS","offer_id":53428350681454,"sku":"STPTPNOS","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/5482\/3534\/files\/st_helen_aged2.jpg?v=1783032756","url":"https:\/\/retrospecvintageparts.com\/products\/retrospec-exclusive-series-les-paul-lightweight-aluminium-stop-tailpiece-nickel","provider":"RetroSpec Vintage Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}