Here is a very nice 1956 Gibson ES-225TDN in VG+ original condition with no issues, breaks, or repairs. All parts are original except the replaced tuners; it has also been refretted with the period-correct small frets. The pickups sound great and the action is smooth and easy to play. There is moderate finish wear on the back of the neck and moderate lacquer checking on the body. Comes with the original Lifton brown hard case. A terrific blues and rock machine! Produced from 1956-1959, this is one of only 542 blondes out of a total of 2754 double-pickup versions made, and only 1 of 23 made in the first year of production. Rare, outstanding vintage Gibson electric just waiting to be played again.

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ConditionVery Good (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • ES-225TD
Finish
  • Blonde
Categories
Year
  • 1956
Made In
  • United States
Model Sub-Family
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Body Material
  • Maple
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Body Type
  • Hollow Body
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Model Family
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Color Family
  • Tan
Number of Frets
  • 20

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Van Hoose Vintage Instruments

Carrollton, TX, United States
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