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Gibson ES-225T Sunburst 1956

Gibson ES-225T Sunburst 1956

Regular price £2,392.00
Regular price £2,658.00 Sale price £2,392.00
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Serial Number: V7400

Weight: 5lbs 8oz

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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.
Finish Details: Original finish.
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.92" 10th - 1.03"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: Original electronics. The guitar has a single P90, a volume pot, and a tone pot.
Pickup Measurements: 6.0 kΩ
Hardware: The bridge and tailpiece have been replaced. There is a small shim under the nut as well.
Weight: 5lbs 8oz
Modifications/Repairs: The neck has been refretted. The bridge and tailpiece have been replaced. The internal support block for the top has also been reglued.
Case Details: Chipboard Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking and small dings throughout. Sections of finish throughout have worn down to matte. The bass side upper bout has some drops of some sort of compound that had dripped and dried in place. The finish on the back of the neck is well worn, with sections of clear coat worn completely away. The headstock has finish wear throughout its edges.
Serial Number: V7400
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action, and the frets show no wear as they are new. The factory order number, visible in the treble side F-hole, dates to 1956.
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SKU: U7186667411

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: Original finish.
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.92" 10th - 1.03"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: Original electronics. The guitar has a single P90, a volume pot, and a tone pot.
Pickup Measurements: 6.0 kΩ
Hardware: The bridge and tailpiece have been replaced. There is a small shim under the nut as well.
Weight: 5lbs 8oz
Modifications/Repairs: The neck has been refretted. The bridge and tailpiece have been replaced. The internal support block for the top has also been reglued.
Case Details: Chipboard Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking and small dings throughout. Sections of finish throughout have worn down to matte. The bass side upper bout has some drops of some sort of compound that had dripped and dried in place. The finish on the back of the neck is well worn, with sections of clear coat worn completely away. The headstock has finish wear throughout its edges.
Serial Number: V7400
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action, and the frets show no wear as they are new. The factory order number, visible in the treble side F-hole, dates to 1956.