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Gibson Melody Maker Stripped 1961

Gibson Melody Maker Stripped 1961

Serial Number: 15366

Weight: 6lbs 14oz

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.
Finish Details: The body has been stripped. Some original finish is still present on the neck.
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid Honduran mahogany body. The pickup cavities and electronics cavity have been modified to fit the pickups and wiring harness.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .839", 12th fret .928"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Set Honduran mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays. The tuning machines have been replaced and the tuner post holes have been modified to fit the existing tuners. There are several extra holes in the back of the headstock from previously installed tuners. The third fret inlay is missing.
Electronics: 1970's Dimarzio Super Distortion pickups with three-position selector switch, and volume/tone controls for each pickup. The guitar has been fully rewired. The pot codes date to 1974.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 12.2k, Bridge 12.4k
Hardware: The nut, knobs, and truss rod cover are original. All other hardware has been replaced.
Weight: 6lbs 14oz
Modifications/Repairs: The body has been stripped and refinished, and the body routes have been modified for two humbuckers. The neck has been refretted. The tuners, bridge, pickguard, and strap buttons have all been replaced.
Case Details: Gig Bag.
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage guitar is in good condition with notable wear. The original finish on the neck is weather-checked with finish chipping throughout. There are dents, dings, and scratches throughout. The hardware has a present patina.
Serial Number: 15366
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are tall with no wear as they are new. The serial number dates the guitar to 1961.
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SKU: U5678586501

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.
Finish Details: The body has been stripped. Some original finish is still present on the neck.
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid Honduran mahogany body. The pickup cavities and electronics cavity have been modified to fit the pickups and wiring harness.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .839", 12th fret .928"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Set Honduran mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays. The tuning machines have been replaced and the tuner post holes have been modified to fit the existing tuners. There are several extra holes in the back of the headstock from previously installed tuners. The third fret inlay is missing.
Electronics: 1970's Dimarzio Super Distortion pickups with three-position selector switch, and volume/tone controls for each pickup. The guitar has been fully rewired. The pot codes date to 1974.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 12.2k, Bridge 12.4k
Hardware: The nut, knobs, and truss rod cover are original. All other hardware has been replaced.
Weight: 6lbs 14oz
Modifications/Repairs: The body has been stripped and refinished, and the body routes have been modified for two humbuckers. The neck has been refretted. The tuners, bridge, pickguard, and strap buttons have all been replaced.
Case Details: Gig Bag.
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage guitar is in good condition with notable wear. The original finish on the neck is weather-checked with finish chipping throughout. There are dents, dings, and scratches throughout. The hardware has a present patina.
Serial Number: 15366
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are tall with no wear as they are new. The serial number dates the guitar to 1961.