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Gibson Melody Maker Ember Red 1966

Gibson Melody Maker Ember Red 1966

Regular price $2,744.00
Regular price $3,048.00 Sale price $2,744.00
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Serial Number: 590646

Weight: 5lbs 12oz

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Description

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.
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.82" 12th - 1.02"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Electronics: Original electronics. The guitar has a single coil pickup, a volume pot, and a tone pot. The pot codes date to 1966.
Pickup Measurements: 6.0 kΩ
Weight: 5lbs 12oz
Modifications/Repairs: The vibrato comb has been removed from the tailpiece and is included in the gig bag; however, the tremolo arm is missing and is not included with the instrument. A set screw on the bridge has been replaced with a Philips head screw. The strap button on the heel of the neck has been replaced.
Case Details: Gig Bag
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with extensive checking throughout and numerous chips and dents, mostly around the edges of the body. The top has an empty screw hole near the tremolo tailpiece. Around this hole and the tailpiece are numerous small dings. The pickguard has a small crack at the screw hole on the lower horn. The back of the neck shows some chips in the finish and wood behind the second and third frets. The edges of the headstock are worn, with a chip taken out of the bass side corner. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Serial Number: 590646
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with light play wear.
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SKU: U7247693701

Description

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.
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.82" 12th - 1.02"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Electronics: Original electronics. The guitar has a single coil pickup, a volume pot, and a tone pot. The pot codes date to 1966.
Pickup Measurements: 6.0 kΩ
Weight: 5lbs 12oz
Modifications/Repairs: The vibrato comb has been removed from the tailpiece and is included in the gig bag; however, the tremolo arm is missing and is not included with the instrument. A set screw on the bridge has been replaced with a Philips head screw. The strap button on the heel of the neck has been replaced.
Case Details: Gig Bag
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with extensive checking throughout and numerous chips and dents, mostly around the edges of the body. The top has an empty screw hole near the tremolo tailpiece. Around this hole and the tailpiece are numerous small dings. The pickguard has a small crack at the screw hole on the lower horn. The back of the neck shows some chips in the finish and wood behind the second and third frets. The edges of the headstock are worn, with a chip taken out of the bass side corner. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Serial Number: 590646
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with light play wear.