Gibson Gibson SG Special Cherry Red 1965
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Summary
Finish: Original finish.
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.81" 12th - 1.00"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: The pickups have been replaced with a pair of DiMarzio humbuckers. A mini toggle has been installed with a coil split for the bridge pickup. All other electronics are original. The guitar has two humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, a coil split mini toggle, two volume pots, and two tone pots. The pot codes date to 1965.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 8.6 kΩ, bridge - 12.8 kΩ
Hardware: The bridge has been replaced with an ABR and a tailpiece. The original wraparound bridge's stud holes have been filled. The original is included in the case. The tuners have been replaced and non-original pickup rings have been installed. The pickguard has been cut to accommodate the pickups and pickup rings. The strap buttons have been replaced with strap locks.
Weight: 6 lbs 4 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged nicely and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with light surface scratching and small, shallow dents and dings scattered throughout. The pickup rings show some small cracks but are structurally sound. The filled holes from the studs of the original bridge are visible on the top of the body. The back of the body shows some light buckle rash. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Modifications/Repairs: The pickups have been replaced with a pair of DiMarzio humbuckers and the cavities have been expanded to accommodate. The pickups have been replaced with a pair of DiMarzio humbuckers. A mini toggle has been installed with a coil split for the bridge pickup. The bridge has been replaced with an ABR and a tailpiece. The original wraparound bridge's stud holes have been filled. The tuners have been replaced and non-original pickup rings have been installed. The pickguard has been cut to accommodate the pickups and pickup rings. The strap buttons have been replaced with strap locks.
Serial Number: 269566
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minor play wear. The serial number dates to 1965.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Summary
Finish: Original finish.
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.81" 12th - 1.00"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: The pickups have been replaced with a pair of DiMarzio humbuckers. A mini toggle has been installed with a coil split for the bridge pickup. All other electronics are original. The guitar has two humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, a coil split mini toggle, two volume pots, and two tone pots. The pot codes date to 1965.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 8.6 kΩ, bridge - 12.8 kΩ
Hardware: The bridge has been replaced with an ABR and a tailpiece. The original wraparound bridge's stud holes have been filled. The original is included in the case. The tuners have been replaced and non-original pickup rings have been installed. The pickguard has been cut to accommodate the pickups and pickup rings. The strap buttons have been replaced with strap locks.
Weight: 6 lbs 4 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged nicely and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with light surface scratching and small, shallow dents and dings scattered throughout. The pickup rings show some small cracks but are structurally sound. The filled holes from the studs of the original bridge are visible on the top of the body. The back of the body shows some light buckle rash. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Modifications/Repairs: The pickups have been replaced with a pair of DiMarzio humbuckers and the cavities have been expanded to accommodate. The pickups have been replaced with a pair of DiMarzio humbuckers. A mini toggle has been installed with a coil split for the bridge pickup. The bridge has been replaced with an ABR and a tailpiece. The original wraparound bridge's stud holes have been filled. The tuners have been replaced and non-original pickup rings have been installed. The pickguard has been cut to accommodate the pickups and pickup rings. The strap buttons have been replaced with strap locks.
Serial Number: 269566
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minor play wear. The serial number dates to 1965.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
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