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Gibson Melody Maker Sparkling Burgundy 1968

Gibson Melody Maker Sparkling Burgundy 1968

Regular price $1,800.00
Regular price $1,895.00 Sale price $1,800.00
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Serial Number: 940917

Weight: 7lbs 2oz

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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.
Top Material: Mahogany
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" Shape
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st: 0.82 - 12th: 0.98
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Electronics: Shaw era PAF neck pickup and Wizz PAF bridge pickup have been installed, 2x volume, 2x tone, and 3-way pickup selector switch. The guitar has been fully rewired. None of the electronics are original.
Pickup Measurements: Neck: 7.18k ohms - Bridge: 7.92k ohms
Weight: 7lbs 2oz
Modifications/Repairs: Schaller tuners have been installed. The neck has received a refret. The back of the neck has been over sprayed. Bigsby tailpiece and Mojoaxe bridge have been installed. Previously repaired body damage on both sides of the neck pocket and on the lower bout of the body on the treble side. Shaw era PAF neck pickup and Wizz PAF bridge pickup have been installed. The guitar has been fully rewired. None of the electronics are original. The body has been routed to accommodate these pickups. The pick guard and pickup rings are not original.
Case Details: Gig Bag
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition for its age with play wear, scratches, and checking throughout the body. Previously repaired cracks are visible on both sides of the neck pocket and on the lower bout of the body on the treble side. Writing has been etched into the back of the headstock. Previous entrance holes from the original tuners and bridge are present.
Serial Number: 940917
Tech Notes: This guitar plays well with optimal neck relief and low string action. The frets are tall with minimal signs of play wear. The serial number dates to 1980.
Trem Arm Included: Yes
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SKU: U7502376202

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.
Top Material: Mahogany
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" Shape
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st: 0.82 - 12th: 0.98
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Electronics: Shaw era PAF neck pickup and Wizz PAF bridge pickup have been installed, 2x volume, 2x tone, and 3-way pickup selector switch. The guitar has been fully rewired. None of the electronics are original.
Pickup Measurements: Neck: 7.18k ohms - Bridge: 7.92k ohms
Weight: 7lbs 2oz
Modifications/Repairs: Schaller tuners have been installed. The neck has received a refret. The back of the neck has been over sprayed. Bigsby tailpiece and Mojoaxe bridge have been installed. Previously repaired body damage on both sides of the neck pocket and on the lower bout of the body on the treble side. Shaw era PAF neck pickup and Wizz PAF bridge pickup have been installed. The guitar has been fully rewired. None of the electronics are original. The body has been routed to accommodate these pickups. The pick guard and pickup rings are not original.
Case Details: Gig Bag
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition for its age with play wear, scratches, and checking throughout the body. Previously repaired cracks are visible on both sides of the neck pocket and on the lower bout of the body on the treble side. Writing has been etched into the back of the headstock. Previous entrance holes from the original tuners and bridge are present.
Serial Number: 940917
Tech Notes: This guitar plays well with optimal neck relief and low string action. The frets are tall with minimal signs of play wear. The serial number dates to 1980.
Trem Arm Included: Yes