Description
Description
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| Finish Details: | Original |
| Top Material: | Maple |
| Body Material: | Maple |
| Neck Material: | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard Material: | Brazilian Rosewood |
| Neck Profile: | "D" profile |
| Neck Thickness (IN): | .79" (1st fret), .86" (12th fret) |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 12.00" |
| Nut Width: | 1-11/16" |
| Scale Length: | 24 3/4" |
| Electronics: | Original Gibson humbuckers with "Patent Applied For" stickers; the covers appear to have been previously removed and reinstalled. The varitone switch and inductor have been replaced; the original is included in the case. There is one visible pot code in the wiring harness, which dates to 1959. |
| Hardware: | The tailpiece and saddles have been replaced. |
| Weight: | 8lbs 11oz |
| Modifications/Repairs: | The varitone circuit has been replaced. The saddles and tailpiece have also been replaced. |
| Case Details: | Original Hardshell Case |
| Cosmetic Condition: | This vintage Gibson ES-345 has aged nicely, with authentic checking and wear present. The body and neck have light checking and various small dings throughout, and there is some light wear on the headstock face. The hardware has developed a nice patina. |
| Serial Number: | A-35115 |
| Tech Notes: | The guitar plays well with low action, and the frets are medium-low with minor wear. The serial number dates the guitar to 1960. |