Gibson ES-150 1949 Cremona Sunburst
Gibson ES-150 Cremona Burst 1949
A rare example of the Gibson ES-150 in the uncommon Cremona Burst finish, inspired by the tradition of the great Cremonese violin makers such as Stradivari. Its warm amber shading particularly distinguishes this 1949 example, which retains a remarkable degree of originality.
Key Features:
- Made in USA, 1949
- Rare Cremona Burst finish
- 17" archtop body
- Laminated maple top and body
- Mahogany neck
- Rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays
- C neck profile
- 10" radius
- 25.5" scale length
- 1 11/16" nut width
- Neck depth: 0.930" at 1st fret / 1.015" at 10th fret
- 20 thin frets in good condition
- Original P-90 pickup
- Original electronics: 1 Volume, 1 Tone
- IRC potentiometers and Solar Sealdtite capacitor
- Original untouched solder joints
- Original rosewood bridge
- Original Kluson 210 open-back tuners
- Original clear barrel volume knob
- Replacement tone knob
- No structural repairs or modifications
- Weight: 6 lbs
- Original “California Girl” case
- Very good cosmetic condition
The instrument carries no serial number, which is normal for this model during this period. Its components and manufacturing characteristics date the guitar to 1949.
This item is sold As-Described
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.
| Listed | 3 months ago |
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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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