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1963 Gibson Johnny Smith Electric Guitar - Natural

1963 Gibson Johnny Smith Electric Guitar - Natural

Regular price $5,999.00 USD
Regular price $11,998.00 USD Sale price $5,999.00 USD
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At the time of its introduction, the only guitar more expensive than The Johnny Smith model on Gibson's roster was the Super 400. As time has carried on, these guitars have been sought out by collectors and more prominently jazz guitarists throughout the world. This 1963 example, one of only 13 Natural produced in 1963, has been meticulously taken care of and shows very little wear of any kind. All components, finish and frets are all original and the guitar is free of repairs.. The selection of woods for this particular guitar is truly stellar showing lots of movement and character in the maple. A collector grade example for sure that plays and sounds amazing! Comes complete with original hardshell case and pickup cable. Please email or call for additional info. 

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General Info

Brand: Gibson 
Model: Johnny Smith
Color: Natural 
Serial: 61630
Weight: 6 lbs 11 oz
Condition: Excellent 

 

Body

Top Material: Spruce
Body Material: Highly Figured Maple
Finish: Nitrocellulose


Neck

Material: Highly Figured Maple
Finish: Nitrocellulose
Fingerboard Material/Radius: Ebony
Frets (Number and Size): 22, Original
Inlays: Split Pearl Block
Nut (Material and Width): 1 .75"
Scale Length: 25"
Profile: D Shape


Electronics

Pickups: Floating Mini Humbucker
Pickup Switching: No
Controls: Volume


Hardware

Tuning Machines: Kluson Sealfast Diecast
Bridge: Ebony, Floating
Pickguard: Original  
Control Knobs: Amber Bell
Hardware Finish: Gold


Accessories

Original Hardshell Case

 

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