Here is a drop dead gorgeous, near minty 1961 Gibson Es5 Switchmaster, albeit with some changed parts.. Comes with : original caligirl case, in very nice condition, and several other original items: The original instruction sheet. The original Hang Tag, and more, as pictured, all in excelllent condition. There is not a single scratch or dent anywhere on this instrument, other tha a very thin missing bit of lacquer on one side of the neck joint. This not to be confused with a Crack! The neck is amazing, wide and flatish; plays like butter. Now for the bad stuff: The grover tuners are modern replacements. The 3 pickups are modern gibson burstbuckers. The internal wiring and the pots, have all been replaced. The Pickup switchcap is not original. The tailpiece IS original, as is the case. The 4 position pickup switch IS original, but came from another switchmaster. Plays Great, looks Great, sounds Great....If this isnt enough of a guitar for you, something must be wrong.... :) Original Es5 Switchmasters are selling for 17000 to 30,000 . This one is a bargain.

Listed4 days ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • ES-5 Switchmaster
Finish
  • sunburst
Categories
Year
  • 1961
Made In
  • United States
Color Family
  • Brown
Body Material
  • Maple
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Body Type
  • Hollow Body
Pickup Configuration
  • HHH
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Neck Material
  • Maple
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Model Family
Number of Frets
  • 20

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