Gibson ES-345 Sunburst 1959
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Summary
Finish: Original sunburst finish. There are minor dings, dents, and checking throughout.
Top Material: Maple
Body Material: MapleĀ
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" Shape
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st. Fret: .78" & 12th. Fret: .84"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24-Ā¾"
Electronics: Original Gibson "Patent Applied For" sticker humbuckers with a three-position switch, two volume pots, two tone pots, and "Vari-Tone" rotary switch. Because of the stereo electronics, a "Y" cable is required for the instrument's full sonic capabilities to be heard. All of the electronics are original and unmodified. The only visible pot code is present on the bridge tone pot and displays 1959 dates.
Pickup Measurements: N/A due to schematic
Hardware: Non-original vintage Grover tuners and bridge. The tuning machine holes on the headstock were enlarged to fit the Grovers.
Weight: 9lbs 3ozĀ
Modifications / Repairs: -Refret. -Non-original vintage Grover tuners. -Tuning machine holes on the headstock were enlarged to fit the Grovers. -Non-original bridge.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage ES-345 is in good cosmetic condition with moderate wear throughout. The finish is glossy with minor dings, dents, and scratches. There is heavy checking present throughout the entirety of the instrument. There are six exposed screw holes above the current Grover tuners on the back of the headstock from how the previous tuners were fastened secure.
Serial Number: #A32733
Tech Notes: This ES-345 plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The refret was done well and the frets are tall with minimal wear. The instrument is being dated to 1959 based on the serial number, the one visible 1959 pot code displayed on the bridge tone pot, and the "S" F.O.N..
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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.
Ā
Summary
Finish: Original sunburst finish. There are minor dings, dents, and checking throughout.
Top Material: Maple
Body Material: MapleĀ
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" Shape
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st. Fret: .78" & 12th. Fret: .84"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24-Ā¾"
Electronics: Original Gibson "Patent Applied For" sticker humbuckers with a three-position switch, two volume pots, two tone pots, and "Vari-Tone" rotary switch. Because of the stereo electronics, a "Y" cable is required for the instrument's full sonic capabilities to be heard. All of the electronics are original and unmodified. The only visible pot code is present on the bridge tone pot and displays 1959 dates.
Pickup Measurements: N/A due to schematic
Hardware: Non-original vintage Grover tuners and bridge. The tuning machine holes on the headstock were enlarged to fit the Grovers.
Weight: 9lbs 3ozĀ
Modifications / Repairs: -Refret. -Non-original vintage Grover tuners. -Tuning machine holes on the headstock were enlarged to fit the Grovers. -Non-original bridge.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage ES-345 is in good cosmetic condition with moderate wear throughout. The finish is glossy with minor dings, dents, and scratches. There is heavy checking present throughout the entirety of the instrument. There are six exposed screw holes above the current Grover tuners on the back of the headstock from how the previous tuners were fastened secure.
Serial Number: #A32733
Tech Notes: This ES-345 plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The refret was done well and the frets are tall with minimal wear. The instrument is being dated to 1959 based on the serial number, the one visible 1959 pot code displayed on the bridge tone pot, and the "S" F.O.N..
