Nov 12, 2014. #4. The Custom has a mahogany body, and the Standard is mahogany with a maple cap. The idea was to make the Standard a little brighter, and I think they do behave that way. It's not a prominent difference, though. Pickups and your amp are going to have the biggest impact. More @Wikipedia
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