Gibson Les Paul Modern
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The Les Paul Modern is Gibson admitting that a lot of players love the shape but do not need the full ritual of a traditional Les Paul. Weight relief, more ambitious switching and a smoother ergonomic pitch are central to the model's identity. Used buyers mostly ask one question here: does this still feel like a well-sorted modern Gibson, or has it already been turned into somebody else's half-finished improvement project?
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $1,475 and $2,750; anything under $1,475 is worth a close look. Prices are up +23.5% vs. 12 months ago. Some price variation month to month, but within a normal range.
This is a liquid market at ~19/month in recent sales — buyers have leverage and can afford to wait for the right example.
Related models
Traditional-spec alternative at a similar price: no compound radius or asymmetric neck, more classic LP feel.
Lower-priced modern-spec sibling: similar push-pull features at a more accessible price.
High-spec modern alternative: contoured heel, Floyd Rose option, and a more refined shred-friendly build.
For Sale (21 listings)
Unknown seller • 2020
Les Paul Studio Modern Electric Guitar - Wine Red Satin
$1,849
Excellent
Damon's Shop • 2026
Gibson Mark Morton Signature Les Paul Modern Quilt 2026 - Translucent Ebony Burst Satin
$4,500
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2020
Les Paul Studio Modern Electric Guitar - Smokehouse Satin
$1,450
Mint
Doctor T's Tone Factory & Del Mar Lutherie • 2023
2023 Gibson Les Paul Modern Lite with Upgrades - Inverness Green - Free Pro Setup
$1,449
Very Good
Unknown seller • 2020
Les Paul Modern - Black with Bigsby Tremelo bar
$1,700
Excellent
Manchester Music Mill • 2024
Gibson - 2024 Les Paul Modern Lite Electric Guitar Inverness Green Satin w/Bag - USED
$900
Very Good
Unknown seller • 2020
Les Paul Studio Modern Electric Guitar - Smokehouse Satin
$1,499
Mint
Kim 's Gear Outlet • 2023
Gibson Les Paul Modern Figured 2023 - 2024 - Cobalt Burst
$2,250
Very Good
Unknown seller • 2020
Les Paul Studio Modern Electric Guitar - Smokehouse Satin
$1,400
Excellent
Fair Deal Music • 2021
Gibson Les Paul Studio Modern Electric Guitar in Wine Red Satin, with Gig Bag
$1,762
Excellent
Gibson European Demo Shop • 2024
Gibson Les Paul Studio Modern, Smokehouse Satin | Demo
$1,502
B-Stock
The Trogly's Guitar Show - YouTube • 2026
2025 Gibson Mark Morton Signature Les Paul Modern Quilt - Translucent Ebony Burst Satin
$5,000
Good
Gibson Demo Shop • 2023
Gibson Les Paul Modern Studio, Wine Red Satin | Demo
$1,699
Excellent