Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass Sunburst 1974

4-String Semi-Hollow Body Bass Guitar with Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
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Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass Sunburst 1974

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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 call to speak to one of our experts.

Summary

Finish: Original

Top Material: Maple Top

Body Material: Maple Body

Body Details: Laminated maple top, back, and sides -- The area around the output jack is blown out. A black plastic plate has been installed over the damaged area with the output jack secured to it. -- There are open screw holes on either side of the bridge and near the bass side f-hole.

Neck Material: Maple Neck

Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

Neck Profile: Deep, C-shape

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret: .86", 12th: 1"

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"

Nut Width: 1-5/8"

Scale Length: 34"

Neck Details: Three-piece set maple neck neck with a rosewood board, trapezoid pearloid inlays -- The neck has been reset. There is some slight chipping in the finish around the heel/body seem.

Electronics: Original with the volume pot code dating from 1974.

Pickup Measurements: 3.78 kΩ

Hardware: The saddles are not original -- The bridge cover is missing. -- A thumb rest appears to have installed at some point. It has since been removed leaving an open screw hole and a "foot print" in the finish. -- The strap buttons are not original. They are compatible with dunlop style strap locks (locks not included)

Weight: 8 lbs 11.8 oz

Modifications / Repairs: The wood around the output jack is blown out. The output jack is now secured to a small plastic panel. -- The neck has been reset

Case Details: Non-original Hard Shell

Cosmetic Condition: This bass shows nice aging and play wear. Finish checking is present throughout. Light buckle rash exists on the back of the body. There is finish checking around the neck/fretboard seam - the seam is secure. There are a lot of other various nicks, chips, and dings throughout.

Serial Number: 398353

Tech Notes: Currently set up with 45-100 gauge strings, low action, and optimal neck relief. The frets are wide with moderate height showing light play wear. -- The serial number dates from 1974 or 1975. The electronics date from 1974. There is a "2" embossed above the serial signifying this bass guitar as a factory second.

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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: Maple
Body Details: Laminated maple top, back, and sides -- The area around the output jack is blown out. A black plastic plate has been installed over the damaged area with the output jack secured to it. -- There are open screw holes on either side of the bridge and near the bass side f-hole.
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: Deep, C-shape
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret: .86", 12th: 1"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 34"
Neck Details: Three-piece set maple neck neck with a rosewood board, trapezoid pearloid inlays -- The neck has been reset. There is some slight chipping in the finish around the heel/body seem.
Electronics: Original with the volume pot code dating from 1974.
Pickup Measurements: 3.78 kΩ
Hardware: The saddles are not original -- The bridge cover is missing. -- A thumb rest appears to have installed at some point. It has since been removed leaving an open screw hole and a "foot print" in the finish. -- The strap buttons are not original. They are compatible with dunlop style strap locks (locks not included)
Weight: 8lbs 12oz
Modifications/Repairs: The wood around the output jack is blown out. The output jack is now secured to a small plastic panel. -- The neck has been reset
Case Details: Non-original Hard Shell
Cosmetic Condition: This bass shows nice aging and play wear. Finish checking is present throughout. Light buckle rash exists on the back of the body. There is finish checking around the neck/fretboard seam - the seam is secure. There are a lot of other various nicks, chips, and dings throughout.
Serial Number: 398353
Tech Notes: Currently set up with 45-100 gauge strings, low action, and optimal neck relief. The frets are wide with moderate height showing light play wear. -- The serial number dates from 1974 or 1975. The electronics date from 1974. There is a "2" embossed above the serial signifying this bass guitar as a factory second.
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