1973 Gibson SG Standard w/ Bigsby – Cherry Red

A classic vintage Gibson with unmistakable style and tone, this 1973 SG Standard features the iconic Cherry Red finish paired with a factory-era Bigsby vibrato system. Lightweight, resonant, and incredibly comfortable to play, and comes with the original case. This SG delivers the aggressive bite, sustain, and rich harmonic character that made the model a staple of rock, blues, and hard rock throughout the 1970s.

Features

• Year: 1973
• Model: Gibson SG Standard
• Finish: Cherry Red
• Body: Solid Mahogany
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Rosewood with large block inlays
• Pickups: Dual Gibson humbuckers
• Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with Bigsby vibrato tailpiece
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-way pickup selector
• Original Gibson headstock with crown inlay
• Classic double-cutaway SG body design

Condition

• Very good vintage condition for its age with one small stress crack in the horn on the treble side.
• Finish retains a beautiful deep Cherry Red color with attractive natural aging.
• Electronics function as intended.
• Neck is straight and plays comfortably up and down the fretboard.
• Hardware shows expected vintage wear and patina consistent with a 50+ year-old instrument.
• Bigsby operates smoothly and adds expressive vibrato without sacrificing the SG’s signature sustain.

Tone & Playability

This SG delivers everything players expect from a great early-’70s Gibson: powerful humbucker output, excellent sustain, articulate mids, and a lively acoustic resonance. The Bigsby adds a unique visual appeal and subtle vibrato capability, making this guitar equally at home in classic rock, blues, indie, and vintage-inspired styles.

A fantastic opportunity to own a genuine 1973 Gibson SG Standard—an increasingly desirable vintage instrument that combines legendary looks, exceptional playability, and timeless Gibson tone.