Gibson has officially teamed up with Serj Tankian, the iconic frontman of GRAMMY Award-winning rock band System Of A Down, to unveil a highly exclusive release: the Serj Tankian “Foundations” Les Paul Modern guitar and VIP experience bundle. This limited-edition offering celebrates Tankian’s Foundations EP, released last fall on Gibson Records, and expands the artist’s creative partnership with the legendary guitar brand under the Gibson Custom series.
“I’m honored to be working with the Gibson family on a number of projects, all under the headline of ‘Foundations’,” shared Serj Tankian. “Foundations refers to your origins, your roots, and how deeply you are connected to your own world and arc. When we released the Foundations EP with Gibson Records, I wanted to emphasize that the songs were born many years ago as original demos and have now come full circle. With that in mind, this guitar serves as a companion to the record.”
The “Foundations” Les Paul Modern guitar is uniquely crafted to feature Tankian’s personal artwork titled Sunburst, which also appears on the EP’s cover. This special guitar comes as part of an exclusive collector’s bundle that includes signed memorabilia, artwork, a memoir, and VIP concert tickets.
This ultra-limited release includes just 25 packages available globally starting today, available through Gibson.com and at the Gibson Garage flagship store located in Nashville, Tennessee. For more information, interested collectors and fans can contact the Gibson Garage at (615) 933-6000.
What’s Included in the Serj Tankian “Foundations” Les Paul Modern VIP Package:
Autographed “Foundations” Gibson Les Paul Modern Guitar
– A one-of-a-kind Les Paul signed by Serj Tankian on the headstock.
Signed Vinyl Copy of the Foundations EP
– Includes Serj’s latest collection of music, originally conceived as demos from earlier creative periods.
Autographed Memoir: Down With The System
– A signed edition of Tankian’s personal memoir, offering fans a deeper look into his artistic journey and life.
Exclusive 18” x 24” Museum-Quality Print of “Sunburst” Artwork
– A signed reproduction of the artwork featured on both the guitar and EP cover.
Two VIP Tickets to a 2025 System Of A Down North American Stadium Show
– Fans will receive premium tickets to a performance of their choice from the band’s six scheduled concerts in North America, taking place in New York City, Chicago, and Toronto (two shows per city).
This announcement marks yet another landmark moment in Gibson’s ongoing collaborations with music legends. The Foundations package bridges music, visual art, and fan experience—offering collectors and longtime SOAD fans a deeply personal connection to Tankian’s roots and creative evolution.
For those interested in owning this rare collector’s piece and exclusive experience, immediate action is recommended, as availability is extremely limited.
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