Gibson ES-300 1946 - 1956

Gibson ES-300 1946 - 1956

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Vintage 1951 Gibson ES-300, Dual Pickup Archtop Electric Guitar, with Tone Specific 1946 P-90s - Sunburst w/ Case

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Vintage 1951 Gibson ES-300, Dual Pickup Archtop Electric Guitar, with Tone Specific 1946 P-90s - Sunburst w/ Case#A-9180Gorgeous vintage archtop in the shop! This one has been professionally restored by Ken McKay of Ken McKay Guitars. These dual pickup ES-300s are especially rare. The original pickups have been replaced with Tone Specific 1946 Dog Ear P-90s which sound terrific. 2-volume controls for each pickup along with single tone knob; the bridge tone knob is slightly bent.In fantastic condition for its age, some checking and dings (see pictures) but no major damage.Comes with hardshell case.*This is a consignment; open to offers.Ask about international shipping for a better rate.EDR
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Product Specs

Brand
Model
  • ES-300
Finish
  • Natural
  • Sunburst
Year
  • 1946 - 1956
Made In
  • United States
Categories
Body Material
  • Maple
Body Shape
  • Non Cutaway
Body Type
  • Hollow Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Color Family
  • Brown
  • Tan
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Model Family
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Number of Frets
  • 20
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Pickup Configuration
  • S
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Wood Top Style
  • Plain

Overview

The ES-300 was one of Gibson's early high-end electric archtops. Originally introduced with a long-angled pickup, the ES-300 was given a P-90 after World War II. A cutaway version was introduced as the ES-350 in 1947 which eventually led to the ES-300 being dropped from in the line in 1952.

Years of Production: 1940 - 1942, 1946 - 1956

Unique to this Year: Gibson offers cutaway version as ES-350

Body Style: Archtop

Design Elements: P-90 pickup, trapeze tailpiece, two control knobs, tortoiseshell pickguard, F-holes, split block inlays

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