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1974 Gibson SG Standard Vintage Electric Guitar Walnut w/ Tarbacks Pickups
Estimated price for orientation: 1 599 $
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Description Brand: Gibson Exact Year: 1974 Model: SG Standard String Configuration: 6 String Dexterity: Right-Handed MPN: Does Not Apply Body Type: Solid Country/Region of Manufacture: United States UPC: Does not apply
Up for sale, a 1974 Gibson SG Standard in 100% original condition and perfect working order. Built at the Gibson factory in Nashville for Norlin-era Gibson, this guitar is a great example of a late '70s SG. Featuring a set of "Tarback" humbuckers, which have slightly lower output compared to many "PAF" style pickups, this guitar has great cut and chime. Plugged in, the bridge pickup has a surprising twang and clarity, but with a smooth top-end, while the middle and neck positions have plenty of warmth and girthy bass response. Weighing in at just 7lbs 12oz, this guitar is quite light and very acoustically resonant from years of regular use. Professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar with low action and solid intonation, this SG has a tone that roars with the best of them, delivering a sound that is undeniably classic Gibson.The three-piece mahogany neck features a medium C profile with a 1 9/16" nut width and shoulders that have just enough heft to feel substantial. It's a great neck for fast playing and comfortable for those looking for a neck that is very manageable and easy to navigate. The rosewood fretboard boasts small block inlays and the original Gibson "wide and flat" frets, which show general wear in the first octave and no notable wear in the higher registers of the fretboard. The action is low and slinky, with solid intonation and no buzzing or dead spots! On the headstock, the original Gibson-branded, Schaller-made tuners turn smoothly and hold pitch well with clean chrome plating.On the body, all of the electronics work as they should, with original CTS pots, untouched solder joints, stock tone caps, and Switchcraft jack and pickup selector toggle. The body features the previously mentioned Tarback humbuckers, "harmonica" bridge, black speed knobs, and small pickguard reminiscent of the first SGs of the 1960s. Cosmetically, this guitar shows some honest use, with various small dings and nicks around the contours of the body and on the neck profile, as well as a small targeted area of buckle rash down to the bare mahogany central to the back of the instrument. The original walnut nitro lacquer finish is deep and rich, highlighting the grain of the mahogany below, and 100% stock with no touchups or overspray. The chrome hardware has plenty of shine too, with only modest wear on the plating on the bass side edge of the bridge.Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.Shipping in the continental USA will be $60, fully insured and shipped via FedEx Ground. Expedited shipping available for an additional fee at buyer's request. We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!
Description
| Brand: | Gibson | Exact Year: | 1974 |
| Model: | SG Standard | String Configuration: | 6 String |
| Dexterity: | Right-Handed | MPN: | Does Not Apply |
| Body Type: | Solid | Country/Region of Manufacture: | United States |
| UPC: | Does not apply |
Up for sale, a 1974 Gibson SG Standard in 100% original condition and perfect working order. Built at the Gibson factory in Nashville for Norlin-era Gibson, this guitar is a great example of a late '70s SG. Featuring a set of "Tarback" humbuckers, which have slightly lower output compared to many "PAF" style pickups, this guitar has great cut and chime. Plugged in, the bridge pickup has a surprising twang and clarity, but with a smooth top-end, while the middle and neck positions have plenty of warmth and girthy bass response. Weighing in at just 7lbs 12oz, this guitar is quite light and very acoustically resonant from years of regular use. Professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar with low action and solid intonation, this SG has a tone that roars with the best of them, delivering a sound that is undeniably classic Gibson.The three-piece mahogany neck features a medium C profile with a 1 9/16" nut width and shoulders that have just enough heft to feel substantial. It's a great neck for fast playing and comfortable for those looking for a neck that is very manageable and easy to navigate. The rosewood fretboard boasts small block inlays and the original Gibson "wide and flat" frets, which show general wear in the first octave and no notable wear in the higher registers of the fretboard. The action is low and slinky, with solid intonation and no buzzing or dead spots! On the headstock, the original Gibson-branded, Schaller-made tuners turn smoothly and hold pitch well with clean chrome plating.On the body, all of the electronics work as they should, with original CTS pots, untouched solder joints, stock tone caps, and Switchcraft jack and pickup selector toggle. The body features the previously mentioned Tarback humbuckers, "harmonica" bridge, black speed knobs, and small pickguard reminiscent of the first SGs of the 1960s. Cosmetically, this guitar shows some honest use, with various small dings and nicks around the contours of the body and on the neck profile, as well as a small targeted area of buckle rash down to the bare mahogany central to the back of the instrument. The original walnut nitro lacquer finish is deep and rich, highlighting the grain of the mahogany below, and 100% stock with no touchups or overspray. The chrome hardware has plenty of shine too, with only modest wear on the plating on the bass side edge of the bridge.
Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.Shipping in the continental USA will be $60, fully insured and shipped via FedEx Ground. Expedited shipping available for an additional fee at buyer's request. We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!