{"product_id":"gibson-melody-maker-stripped-1961-1913762","title":"Gibson Melody Maker Stripped 1961","description":"\u003ci\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish: \u003c\/b\u003eThe body has been stripped. Some original finish is still present on the neck.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMahogany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody Details: \u003c\/b\u003eSolid Honduran mahogany body. The pickup cavities and electronics cavity have been modified to fit the pickups and wiring harness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMahogany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Profile: \u003c\/b\u003e\"C\" profile\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Thickness (IN): \u003c\/b\u003e1st fret .839\", 12th fret .928\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFingerboard Radius: \u003c\/b\u003e12.00\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNut Width: \u003c\/b\u003e1-11\/16\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eScale Length: \u003c\/b\u003e24 3\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Details: \u003c\/b\u003eSet 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eElectronics: \u003c\/b\u003e1970'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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePickup Measurements: \u003c\/b\u003eNeck 12.2k, Bridge 12.4k\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware: \u003c\/b\u003eThe nut, knobs, and truss rod cover are original. All other hardware has been replaced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight: \u003c\/b\u003e6 lbs 14 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCosmetic Condition: \u003c\/b\u003eThis 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModifications\/Repairs: \u003c\/b\u003eThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial Number: \u003c\/b\u003e15366\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTech Notes: \u003c\/b\u003eThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase Details: \u003c\/b\u003eGig Bag.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41532147073159,"sku":"U5678586501","price":1575.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/4368\/2183\/files\/gibson-electric-guitars-solid-body-gibson-melody-maker-stripped-1961-gibson-melody-maker-stripped-1961-u5678586501-1045651255.jpg?v=1768499908","url":"https:\/\/www.chicagomusicexchange.com\/en-ca\/products\/gibson-melody-maker-stripped-1961-1913762","provider":"Chicago Music Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}