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DESCRIPTIONExceptional 1977 Gibson S-1 from the Final Kalamazoo Production EraRare opportunity to own one of Gibson's most innovative vintage instruments. Serial number 72298054 confirms this as a 1977 Kalamazoo-made Gibson S-1 - the most collectible period of production.HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCEThe Gibson S-1 was designed by legendary luthier Bill Lawrence, introduced in 1974-75 as Gibson's answer to the Fender Stratocaster. Built exclusively in Kalamazoo during the mid-late 1970s, these represent the last years of Gibson's legendary Michigan facility. Kalamazoo-made Gibsons are highly sought after by collectors.UNIQUE SWITCHING SYSTEMThe S-1's sophisticated electronics provide incredible versatility:Two-Position Toggle Switch:Center: Inactive (Transfer Switch controls sound)Down: Bypass - Bridge pickup only for crisp, biting lead tonesFour-Position Rotary Transfer Switch:F (Full): Neck + Middle in humbucking mode - powerful Gibson soundCB (Coil Bridge): Middle + Bridge - ideal for lead playingFCB (Full Coil Bridge): All three pickups - full, rich rhythm tonesFBX (Full Bridge X): Neck + Middle out-of-phase - hard, funky soundsStandard Controls: Master Volume & ToneSPECIFICATIONSYear: 1977 (Kalamazoo)Body: Maple (single cutaway)Neck: 3-piece Maple, bolt-onFretboard: Maple with dot inlaysFrets: 22 fretsScale: 24.75" (628mm)Pickups: 3x Bill Lawrence single-coilsBridge: Gibson "Harmonica" Tune-o-maticTailpiece: Stop-barHardware: Gibson Deluxe tunersFinish: Natural nitrocelluloseWeight: ~8-10 lbsCONDITION REPORT very good vintage condition:✓ Original finish with honest aging - no major damage✓ All original electronics - switching system works perfectly✓ Original Bill Lawrence pickups✓ Minimal fret wear - plenty of life remaining✓ Neck: Straight, proper truss rod function✓ Original Gibson Deluxe tuners✓ Case: Vintage period-correct hard shell (NOT original Gibson, but high-quality vintage case from the era)WHY THIS GUITAR IS SPECIALKalamazoo Provenance - Gibson's legendary original factoryBill Lawrence Design - unique switching systemExceptional Preservation - 47+ years old, plays like newRarity - Only ~3,000 S-1s made total (1975-1979)Versatility - From Gibson power to Strat-like quackSOUND & PLAYABILITYPosition F: Thick humbucking warmthPosition CB: Bright, articulate leadsPosition FCB: Full, quacky rhythm soundsPosition FBX: Thin, cutting out-of-phase tonesBypass: Screaming bridge pickupMaple construction provides exceptional clarity and snap with classic Gibson 24.75" scale feel.Reflects Kalamazoo provenance, excellent condition, fully functional electronics, and vintage case. INCLUDED1977 Gibson S-1 (Serial: 72298054)Vintage period-correct hard shell case (non-Gibson)SHIPPINGProfessionally packaged and insured shipping worldwide. Local pickup welcome.A collector-grade example of Gibson's most innovative design. Kalamazoo craftsmanship, Bill Lawrence electronics, and exceptional preservation make this a museum-quality piece. These guitars are rapidly gaining recognition as vintage Gibson "sleepers."
Prezzo€2,100
+ €50 Spedizione
