1961 Gibson ES-355 TDSV Cherry 2 PAF Humbuckers Vintage Guitar | Original Case 335 345
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This is a beautiful 1961 Gibson ES-355 TDSV, a fantastic example of an early-'60s high-end Gibson. The guitar is all original except for a professional refret with nibs, which feels great and preserves the vintage look. No breaks, no repairs, no refins!
It is currently converted to mono using a different wiring harness to preserve the original components, but all original parts are included should you choose to return it to full stereo/Varitone spec. The two untouched PAF pickups are a major highlight — strong, clear, and exactly what you want in a '61.
Features include the original sideways Vibrola, ABR-1 bridge, patent number Grover tuners, reflector knobs, ebony fingerboard, and the factory cherry red finish with no touchups. The multi-ply binding throughout is clean and crisp, and the guitar presents as an Excellent vintage example.
Playability is outstanding and the tone is tremendous — exactly what a great ES-355 should deliver. Comes with its original hard case.
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Year: 1961
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Make: Gibson
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Model: ES-355 TDSV
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Finish: Factory Cherry Red (no touchups)
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Condition: Excellent (vintage)
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Pickups: Two original untouched PAFs
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Wiring: Converted to mono; original stereo/Varitone harness included
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Frets: Professional refret with nibs
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Bridge: ABR-1
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Vibrato: Sideways Vibrola
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Tuners: Patent number Grovers (original)
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Fingerboard: Ebony
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Binding: Multi-ply
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Nut Width: 1-11/16"
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Case: Original hard case
Weight: 8.0 lbs.
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| Condition | Excellent (Used) Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more |
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