Which is better for rock and hard rock?

The Double Trouble's Burstbucker 61 pickups are hotter and push an amp harder, which suits hard rock. The Standard 50s is warmer and cleaner, better for classic rock and blues.

Which neck is easier to play?

The Double Trouble's SlimTaper neck is thinner and faster, which many lead players prefer. The Standard 50s has a thick 50s Vintage profile that fills the hand.

Is the Double Trouble worth the savings?

Yes, if you like a slim neck and a figured top. It costs $2,153.66 at eBay versus $2,299.00 at musicstore.com as of November 6, 2026, about $145 less.

Do they weigh the same?

Both use non-weight-relieved mahogany bodies, so both are heavy. Expect similar weight, roughly in the 9 to 10 pound range for either.

Which holds value better?

Both are USA-made Gibson Standards with similar resale behavior. The Standard 50s has broader new availability, which can make used pricing more predictable.

Which has better pickups?

Neither is objectively better. Burstbucker 1 and 2 in the 50s are lower output and more vintage. Burstbucker 61 in the Double Trouble is hotter with more bite.

Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s vs Gibson Les Paul Standard '60s Double Trouble

Buy the Standard 50s if you want the vintage feel: a fat 50s neck, plain maple top, and Burstbucker 1/2 pickups. Buy the Standard '60s Double Trouble if you prefer a slim SlimTaper neck, a figured AA maple top, and hotter Burstbucker 61 pickups. The Double Trouble is also cheaper: $2,153.66 at eBay versus $2,299.00 at musicstore.com, both as of November 6, 2026.

Today the Gibson Les Paul Standard '60s Double Trouble costs $145.34 less at its best price.

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