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Gibson Melody Maker D Sunburst 1963

Gibson Melody Maker D Sunburst 1963

Serial Number: 132907

Weight: 5lbs 11oz

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.
Finish Details: Original finish.
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid Honduran mahogany body.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: D
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .823", 12th fret 1.030"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Set mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays. The original frets have been leveled.
Electronics: Original pickups and wiring harness; three-position selector switch with volume and tone controls for each pickup. The pot codes date to 1963. The neck pickup hot lead has been lengthened, and some solder joints have been touched up.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 7.11K, Bridge 7.13K
Hardware: The tailpiece and tailpiece studs have been replaced, and some of the pickup mounting hardware has also been replaced. All other hardware is original. The original tailpiece, which has cracked, is included in the case with the original tailpiece studs.
Weight: 5lbs 11oz
Modifications/Repairs: The frets have been leveled, the tailpiece and tailpiece studs have been replaced, the neck pickup hot lead has been lengthened, and some solder joints have been touched up.
Case Details: Original hardshell case.
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with moderate wear from age and use. The finish is glossy and weather-checked, with dings, scratches, dents, and areas of wear throughout. Some divots have formed in the fingerboard from play. The original pieces of hardware have a strong patina.
Serial Number: 132907
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and medium height, with minimal wear. The serial number and pot codes date to 1963.
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SKU: U4739003101

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.
Finish Details: Original finish.
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid Honduran mahogany body.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: D
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .823", 12th fret 1.030"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Set mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays. The original frets have been leveled.
Electronics: Original pickups and wiring harness; three-position selector switch with volume and tone controls for each pickup. The pot codes date to 1963. The neck pickup hot lead has been lengthened, and some solder joints have been touched up.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 7.11K, Bridge 7.13K
Hardware: The tailpiece and tailpiece studs have been replaced, and some of the pickup mounting hardware has also been replaced. All other hardware is original. The original tailpiece, which has cracked, is included in the case with the original tailpiece studs.
Weight: 5lbs 11oz
Modifications/Repairs: The frets have been leveled, the tailpiece and tailpiece studs have been replaced, the neck pickup hot lead has been lengthened, and some solder joints have been touched up.
Case Details: Original hardshell case.
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with moderate wear from age and use. The finish is glossy and weather-checked, with dings, scratches, dents, and areas of wear throughout. Some divots have formed in the fingerboard from play. The original pieces of hardware have a strong patina.
Serial Number: 132907
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and medium height, with minimal wear. The serial number and pot codes date to 1963.