We have received a Gibson L-5 CES Sunburst manufactured in 1974?75.

First released in 1951 as the L-5 CES?an electric model featuring a cutaway and pickups?this model has been beloved by many guitarists, particularly jazz musicians.

It features high-end specifications throughout, such as a laminated binding on the body, flowerpot inlays on the headstock, block inlays, and gold hardware.

The body measures 17 inches; the top is spruce, the sides and back are maple, the neck is 5-piece maple, and the fingerboard is ebony.

It is equipped with gstamped numbered PAFh pickups.

The knobs are covered, except for the rear tone knob.
Although the date of manufacture could not be confirmed, there are no signs of replacement, so it is believed to be entirely original.

The front pickup escutcheon has been replaced, and the pickguard is missing.
The underside of the bridge has been shaved down to lower the string action.

While there are some weather checking, scratches, and dents, considering its age, this guitar is in good condition and clearly shows it has been well cared for.

Please take this opportunity to consider purchasing it.

* Please note that due to the nature of this item, we are unable to transfer it between stores.

Condition Grade: B+: Some scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: 430559
Year of Manufacture: 1974?1975
Country of Manufacture: United States
Case: Hard case
Weight: 3.72 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; rod movement confirmed up to 60 degrees in both directions with no problems
Fret Wear: Some defects present; replacement should be considered during the next repair
String Height (Low String Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
String Action (Treble Side): 12th fret, 1.8 mm
Nut width: 42.7 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 20.1 mm
Scale: 628 mm (24.75")
RADIUS: 305 mm (12")
Repairs and Maintenance Performed: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, string height adjustment, nut replacement, binding repair

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any listed measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret height, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be identical when the item arrives at your location.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item that is listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to promptly remove product listings once an item is sold, but updates may not always be in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in such cases.

*** The shipping cost to most countries is included in the listed price ***

All musical instruments we sell have been checked and adjusted for playability. The pictures in the listings are of the actual item so please have a look for an idea of the cosmetic condition. As they are used instruments they may or may not have some scratches or wear to the finish. Please note: Ishibashi will not accept returns or refunds in the case of dents, scratches, or cosmetic wear that were originally detailed either in the pictures or description. Thank you for your understanding.

Condition: Some scratches, dents and marks. If you would like to know more about this specific instrument, or have general questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Accessories: Please confirm the picture.

Precautions for electronic instruments that use a power supply

The voltage in Japan is 100 V, it is different from most of other countries, you need confirm the voltage of your country and in some cases you have to get locally an adaptor for converting the voltage before use it in your country.

Please note!
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