I bought a new 2011 LP Custom with the traditional ebony fretboard before Gibson switched to Richlite. Massively heavy, but it does sustain. I love how the entire guitar rings with the sixth string/low E. I can feel it in my chest.
Gibson's quality seemed to take a hit for a while, but I don't think that's the case any more.
I recently bought 2 new 2016 Les Pauls online from one store, a Studio and a Standard T and and a 2017 Standard T from another and they all are outstanding. The 2017 Standard T is a Bourbon Burst. I can't justify it, but it was my birthday and it is way too pretty not to buy it.
It only weighs 7 lbs. 13 oz. and yet sustains like that solid, heavy Custom does. Both Standard Ts have push/pull controls with way more sound options as is. The sound is amazing and the 2017's quality is absolutely perfect. Sweetwater says they inspect them before they sell them and this 2017 Standard T supports that claim.
If you haven't tried one, definitely check them out! I have no buyer's remorse whatsoever.
I stick to my 1957 Strat and my ‘91 Tele with a 60s Maple neck. Never been a fan of humbucking pickups. But then, I’m a fingerpicker and a pedal steel player too. I did have one Gibson that I liked a lot, but it was stolen. An original 1958 Flying V, number 28. Never recovered from that loss! I could sell it today and buy a condo in Florida!