Gibson ES Artist 1980 - Sunburst
Gibson ES Artist 1980 - Sunburst
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1980 Gibson ES Artist – Vintage Sunburst – Seymour Duncan Seth Lover Pickups
Beautiful 1980 Gibson ES Artist in a stunning Vintage Sunburst finish. Made in the USA, this is a unique and relatively uncommon Gibson semi-hollow electric guitar featuring premium appointments, gold hardware, and the distinctive ES Artist headstock inlay.
Serial Number: 80070041
Manufacture Date: January 7, 1980
Made in USA
This guitar has been modified from its original configuration, with the factory Moog active electronics removed and replaced with a passive pickup setup. Electronics are not available or included with the guitar.
The pickups have been upgraded to Seymour Duncan Seth Lover SH-55 humbuckers, delivering classic vintage PAF-style tones. The original toggle switches have been repurposed for coil splitting, providing additional tonal versatility.
Guitar comes with non original hard case.
Features & Specifications
- 1980 Gibson ES Artist
- Beautiful Vintage Sunburst finish
- Made in USA
- Semi-hollow double-cutaway body
- Rosewood fretboard
- Mother-of-pearl fretboard inlays
- Distinctive mother-of-pearl ES Artist headstock inlay
- Multi-ply body and headstock binding
- Gold Gibson tuning machines
- Gold hardware
- Seymour Duncan Seth Lover SH-55 pickups
- Coil-splitting toggle switches
- Tune-o-matic bridge
- Traditional stopbar tailpiece
Modifications
- Original Moog electronics have been removed
- Original pickups replaced with Seymour Duncan Seth Lover SH-55 humbuckers
- Toggle switches configured for coil splitting
- Original TP-6 fine-tuning tailpiece replaced with a standard stopbar tailpiece
- Original pickguard is missing
Condition
The guitar is in great overall condition, especially considering its age. The Vintage Sunburst finish looks beautiful, with normal signs of age and use consistent with a vintage instrument.
The gold hardware has developed some natural patina, giving the guitar an authentic vintage appearance. The rosewood fretboard, mother-of-pearl inlays, and ornate headstock make this a particularly attractive instrument.
Additional Information
The Gibson ES Artist was introduced during the late 1970s as one of Gibson’s premium semi-hollow models, featuring elaborate cosmetic appointments and innovative electronics developed in collaboration with Moog.
While this example no longer retains its original Moog electronics, it offers a more traditional Gibson playing experience with excellent Seymour Duncan pickups and the added versatility of coil splitting.
A great opportunity to own a distinctive vintage Gibson that stands apart from the typical ES-335.
Price: $2,750 OBO
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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