Gibson LG-1 Sunburst 1963

6-String Acoustic Guitar with Brazilian Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
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Gibson LG-1 Sunburst 1963

Vintage

Description & Specs

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Mahogany back and sides with spruce top. There is a repaired crack on the back, and some internal braces have been reglued. There is also a repaired crack along the edge of the pickguard, between the bridge and soundhole.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .85" (1st fret), .98" (10th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fretboard, dot inlays, and headstock truss rod adjustment. The neck has been reset.
Electronics: None. The endpin hole was bored out for an endpin jack with previously installed electronics. The electronics installed in the guitar were not functional, and so have been removed and the endpin jack left.
Hardware: The saddle has been replaced. The bridge was previously shaved down, and the slots in front of the bridge pins extended forward toward the saddle. A strap button was added at the treble side of the heel.
Weight: 3lbs 13oz
Modifications/Repairs: -The neck has been reset -The saddle has been replaced -The bridge was shaved down -Several braces have been reglued, and some cracks have been repaired
Case Details: Gig bag.
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar has plenty of nice aging present, with finish checking, light scratches and wear marks, and other signs of use on the glossy finish. There are patches of haze, along with small dents and dings on the top, and a repaired crack on the back of the body. The back of the neck is glossy and smooth, with some light wear behind the first fret.
Serial Number: 150511
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The wide frets are medium-low with moderate play wear present. The serial number dates the guitar to 1963.
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