1950 Gibson ES-175 – Iconic Vintage Archtop with Provenance + Gibson GA-30 Combo Amp (14-watt, 12”/8” speaker configuration)

Offered for sale is a stunning 1950 Gibson ES-175 in its classic Sunburst finish. This is an exceptional, highly original example of one of the most celebrated jazz guitars in history.

Key Features & Condition:

• Authentic Tone: Features the legendary, strong-output original single P-90 pickup, delivering the warm, woody, and articulate sound synonymous with early 1950s jazz.

• Premium Materials: Retains its original Brazilian Rosewood fretboard and Brazilian rosewood carved bridge, providing the classic aesthetic and tactile feel that modern instruments cannot replicate.

• Originality: Equipped with its correct period tuners and hardware. The finish, binding, and inlay are in beautiful condition, showcasing the craftsmanship of the Kalamazoo era.

• Professional Setup: Recently professionally cleaned, adjusted, and setup with a fresh set of strings. The neck profile is exceptionally comfortable, making it a joy to play for both fingerstyle and pick-work.

A Guitar with a Story:

Beyond its technical specifications, this instrument carries a unique legacy. It has been well-traveled, having been used extensively throughout North, Central, and South America by missionary friends of our family. This history of use speaks to the guitar’s enduring reliability and character.

Bonus Gear:

This sale includes a vintage Gibson GA-30 Combo Amp (14-watt, 12”/8” speaker configuration). Both the guitar and amplifier have been tested and sound fantastic together.

Serious inquiries only. Additional photos and high-quality demo videos are available upon request—please feel free to text for more information.

Listeda month ago
ConditionExcellent (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
Brand
Model
  • ES-175
Finish
  • Sunburst
Categories
Year
  • 1950
Made In
  • United States
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Color Family
  • Brown
Body Material
  • Maple
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
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Pickup Configuration
  • S
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Model Family
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Number of Frets
  • 19

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Gibson 1950 w original amp

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