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Continue ShoppingGibson Melody Maker Sunburst 1963
6-String Solid Body Electric Guitar with Brazilian Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
Gibson Melody Maker Sunburst 1963
Vintage
Vintage
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 call to speak to one of our experts.
Summary
Finish: Original finish.
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid Honduran mahogany body. The pickup route has been modified to fit the non-original P90 pickup.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: D
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .829", 12th fret .975"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Set Honduran mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays. The headstock has been repaired, and the tuner post holes have been modified to fit modern 10mm tuner bushings. The holes from the original tuners have been filled.
Electronics: Rewound 1950's P90 pickup with volume and tone controls. The wiring harness is original with touched up solder joints. The pot codes date to the 15th week of 1962.
Pickup Measurements: 7.04K
Hardware: The tuners, pickguard, and truss rod cover have been replaced. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 5 lbs 9 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with wear from age and use. The finish is weather-checked and hazy, with dings, scratches, chips, and areas of wear throughout. The headstock repair is visible. The hardware has a strong patina.
Modifications/Repairs: The pickup route has been modified to fit the non-original P90 pickup. The headstock has been repaired, and the tuner post holes have been modified to fit modern 10mm tuner bushings. The holes from the original tuners have been filled. The tuners, pickguard, and truss rod cover have been replaced. The pickup is not original.
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and low, with moderate wear. The pot codes date to 1962, and the serial number dates to 1963.
Case Details: Hardshell Case
Summary
Finish: Original finish.
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid Honduran mahogany body. The pickup route has been modified to fit the non-original P90 pickup.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: D
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .829", 12th fret .975"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Set Honduran mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays. The headstock has been repaired, and the tuner post holes have been modified to fit modern 10mm tuner bushings. The holes from the original tuners have been filled.
Electronics: Rewound 1950's P90 pickup with volume and tone controls. The wiring harness is original with touched up solder joints. The pot codes date to the 15th week of 1962.
Pickup Measurements: 7.04K
Hardware: The tuners, pickguard, and truss rod cover have been replaced. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 5 lbs 9 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with wear from age and use. The finish is weather-checked and hazy, with dings, scratches, chips, and areas of wear throughout. The headstock repair is visible. The hardware has a strong patina.
Modifications/Repairs: The pickup route has been modified to fit the non-original P90 pickup. The headstock has been repaired, and the tuner post holes have been modified to fit modern 10mm tuner bushings. The holes from the original tuners have been filled. The tuners, pickguard, and truss rod cover have been replaced. The pickup is not original.
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and low, with moderate wear. The pot codes date to 1962, and the serial number dates to 1963.
Case Details: Hardshell Case
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- Brand: Gibson
Description & Specs
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: | Mahogany |
| Body Details: | Solid Honduran mahogany body. The pickup route has been modified to fit the non-original P90 pickup. |
| Neck Material: | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard Material: | Brazilian Rosewood |
| Neck Profile: | D |
| Neck Thickness (IN): | 1st fret .829", 12th fret .975" |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 12.00" |
| Nut Width: | 1-11/16" |
| Scale Length: | 24 3/4" |
| Neck Details: | Set Honduran mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays. The headstock has been repaired, and the tuner post holes have been modified to fit modern 10mm tuner bushings. The holes from the original tuners have been filled. |
| Electronics: | Rewound 1950's P90 pickup with volume and tone controls. The wiring harness is original with touched up solder joints. The pot codes date to the 15th week of 1962. |
| Pickup Measurements: | 7.04K |
| Hardware: | The tuners, pickguard, and truss rod cover have been replaced. All other hardware is original. |
| Weight: | 5lbs 9oz |
| Modifications/Repairs: | The pickup route has been modified to fit the non-original P90 pickup. The headstock has been repaired, and the tuner post holes have been modified to fit modern 10mm tuner bushings. The holes from the original tuners have been filled. The tuners, pickguard, and truss rod cover have been replaced. The pickup is not original. |
| Case Details: | Hardshell Case |
| Cosmetic Condition: | This guitar is in good condition with wear from age and use. The finish is weather-checked and hazy, with dings, scratches, chips, and areas of wear throughout. The headstock repair is visible. The hardware has a strong patina. |
| Serial Number: | 107255 |
| Tech Notes: | The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and low, with moderate wear. The pot codes date to 1962, and the serial number dates to 1963. |