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Gibson Melody Maker Cherry 1965

Gibson Melody Maker Cherry 1965

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Serial Number: 517797

Weight: 6lbs 5oz

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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" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .82" (1st fret), 1.02" (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Electronics: The pickup has been replaced with a DiMarzio humbucker. The volume and tone pots are original, and date to 1965.
Pickup Measurements: 6.6k
Weight: 6lbs 5oz
Modifications/Repairs: -Replaced bridge pickup -The body has been modified for a humbucker, as well as a toggle switch (plugged hole on the pickguard) -Replaced tuners
Case Details: Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar is in good condition, with light checking and assorted small chips and dings on the glossy finish. There are some open screw holes on the back of the headstock from the original tuners.
Serial Number: 517797
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action, and the wide frets are low with minor wear. The serial number, pot codes, and construction date the guitar to 1965.
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SKU: U7231191305

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" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .82" (1st fret), 1.02" (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Electronics: The pickup has been replaced with a DiMarzio humbucker. The volume and tone pots are original, and date to 1965.
Pickup Measurements: 6.6k
Weight: 6lbs 5oz
Modifications/Repairs: -Replaced bridge pickup -The body has been modified for a humbucker, as well as a toggle switch (plugged hole on the pickguard) -Replaced tuners
Case Details: Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar is in good condition, with light checking and assorted small chips and dings on the glossy finish. There are some open screw holes on the back of the headstock from the original tuners.
Serial Number: 517797
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action, and the wide frets are low with minor wear. The serial number, pot codes, and construction date the guitar to 1965.