Gibson Hummingbird 1965 - Cherry Sunburst
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This Hummingbird is player-grade, but it is structurally sound. It plays easy and sounds great.
The top was refinished at the Gibson factory in Memphis. The nut is 1 9/16". My luthier replaced the original nut and saddle (both are unbleached bone). The new nut was cut with slightly wider string spacing, which has improved the playability. The neck is angle is excellent. Low action, but plenty of saddle remaining.
Frets have recently been dressed and are in good shape. There is a slight headstock crack (not a break) which has been repaired and won't go anywhere. There is a fair amount of honest wear which is expected for a 59 year old guitar. The photos show the rough spots.
To the best of my knowledge, the nut, saddle and tuners are not original, but everything else is.
The tone is honey-like. Fat and sweet. Not at all overbearing. A perfect guitar for vocal accompaniment. Comes with the original Gibson hard shell case.
I can send a sound clip upon request.
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