Vintage Gibson SG Standard - 1965
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The Gibson SG Standard first appeared in 1961, introducing a lighter, more streamlined take on the Les Paul design with improved upper fret access and a sharper, more aggressive body shape. It quickly became one of Gibson’s most recognisable models, offered in several variants including the Junior, Special, Custom, and the Standard.
As production moved through the mid 1960s, Gibson began making subtle changes to improve playability, including a narrower nut width. By late 1965 this resulted in what is commonly known as the slimmer neck profile, giving the guitar a faster and more compact feel in the hands.
This 1965 SG Standard sits right in that transition. Finished in Cherry, it presents in beautiful condition for its age, showing only minor player wear with light blemishes and some finish checking across the body and neck. It retains its original Kluson Deluxe double line tuners and is fitted with the Maestro Vibrola, with the original hard shell case also included.
Electronically, the guitar is fitted with four original 1965 dated potentiometers and its original Gibson patent sticker pickups, delivering the clear, open response these guitars are known for, with all electronics functioning as expected.
The guitar has had a professional refret at some point in its life, resulting in excellent playability while preserving the feel of the original neck.
In the hands the neck feels comfortable and easy to navigate, and combined with the lighter weight the guitar has a very natural playing feel. Overall, it is a strong, well-presenting example of a mid-1960s SG Standard that balances originality with practical usability.
Specs:
Action at 1st Fret: 0.25mm
Action at 12th Fret: 1.5mm
Neck Depth at 1st Fret: 20.0mm
Neck Depth at 12th Fret: 25.2mm
Nut Width: 40mm
Width at 12th Fret: 50.5mm
Weight: 3.135kg
Model: Gibson SG Standard
Year: 1965
Body: Mahogany
Finish: Cherry
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Brazilian Rosewood
Pickups: Gibson patent sticker humbuckers
Bridge: Tune-o-matic with Maestro Vibrola
Tuners: Original
Frets: Replaced
Nut: Original
Case: Original hard shell case
Crafted in: Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA
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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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