{"product_id":"gibson-les-paul-custom-black-1973-2620796","title":"Gibson Les Paul Custom Black 1973","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\u003eThere are two touch ups at the bridge posts where the old post holes have been filled and refinished. All other finish is original.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMahogany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMahogany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Profile: \u003c\/b\u003eC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Thickness (IN): \u003c\/b\u003e1st - 0.79\" 12th - 1.00\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFingerboard Radius: \u003c\/b\u003e10.00\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNut Width: \u003c\/b\u003e1-5\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eScale Length: \u003c\/b\u003e24 3\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eElectronics: \u003c\/b\u003eThe bridge tone capacitor has been replaced. All other electronics are original. The guitar has two patent number sticker humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. The visible pot codes date to 1973.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePickup Measurements: \u003c\/b\u003eneck - 7.1 kΩ, bridge - 7.1 kΩ\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware: \u003c\/b\u003eThe gold has been removed on the pickup covers. The bridge and tailpiece as well as their studs have been replaced. The tuners, jack plate, and strap buttons have also been replaced. The neck has been refretted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight: \u003c\/b\u003e10 lbs 2 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCosmetic Condition: \u003c\/b\u003eThis vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking, light surface scratching, and some shallow dings throughout. Visible on the top under the bridge posts are the refilled and refinished holes of the original bridge. There is a large section of finish chipping on the back of the body and large areas of play wear on the back of the neck. The metal hardware is tarnished with age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModifications\/Repairs: \u003c\/b\u003eThere are two touch ups at the bridge posts where the old post holes have been filled and refinished. The bridge tone capacitor has been replaced. The gold has been removed on the pickup covers. The bridge and tailpiece as well as their studs have been replaced. The tuners, jack plate, and strap buttons have also been replaced. The neck has been refretted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial Number: \u003c\/b\u003e137273\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTech Notes: \u003c\/b\u003eThe guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are wide and tall with light play wear. The serial number dates to 1973.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase Details: \u003c\/b\u003eOriginal Hardshell Case\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45267120488583,"sku":"U7708339301","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/4368\/2183\/files\/gibson-electric-guitars-gibson-les-paul-custom-black-1973-gibson-les-paul-custom-black-1973-u7708339301-1249507699.jpg?v=1784314197","url":"https:\/\/www.chicagomusicexchange.com\/products\/gibson-les-paul-custom-black-1973-2620796","provider":"Chicago Music Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}