1959 – Gibson ES-175 - Sunburst
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Condition: Very Good
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- Guitar as photographed
Overview This 1959 Gibson ES-175 is a quintessential jazz archtop from the model's most coveted year. Legendary for its "Golden Era" specifications, the 1959 iteration is prized for its comfortable neck profile and resonant acoustic properties. This single-cutaway hollow body features a laminated maple construction and dual humbucking pickups, making it a versatile tool for both stage and studio. This guitar is part of the Brett Allen Studio Rental collection.
Key Details
- Format: Guitar Only
- Year: 1959
- Finish: Sunburst
- Body: Hollow Laminated Maple; 16 1/4" lower bout
- Neck: Mahogany (Set)
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Inlays: Double Parallelogram
- Hardware: Nickel
- Pickup Configuration: 2 Humbucking Pickups
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone (Amber Speed knobs), 3-way toggle switch
- Serial Number: A29374
Service Summary No prior tech report is available. A full inspection will be completed by the ANALOGr team prior to sale.
Condition Cosmetic:
- Overall very good condition with heavy vintage character.
- Extensive lacquer checking throughout the body, sides, and headstock.
- Notable finish wear and darkening on the back of the body, consistent with significant use.
- Nickel hardware (pickup covers and tailpiece) exhibits heavy oxidation and a dull patina.
- Minor dings and scuffs on the headstock edges and body perimeter.
- Binding has aged to a deep cream/amber color and remains intact.
- one replacement tuner button (middle-left position)
Functional:
- Neck Straightness: Visually straight.
- Fret Wear: Moderate fret wear observed.
- Electronics: Tested and functioning.
Provenance
- From Brett Allen Studio Rental collection
Shipping
- Professionally packed and fully insured
- White-glove delivery available
- International shipping available
Final Notes
- Each guitar receives a detailed inspection and examination prior to sale
- Brett Allen personally sets up every guitar with correct intonation and fresh strings before shipping
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 | 2 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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