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1974 Gibson ES175 D Vintage Sun Burst
Estimated price for orientation: 3 500 $
Category: Electric Guitar
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Gibson No. of Strings: 6 string Model: ES 175 Type: Electric Guitar Right-/ Left-Handed: Right-Handed Sub-Type: Archtop Size: 4/4 MPN: Does Not Apply Country/Region of Manufacture: United States EAN: Does not apply
The Blue Book Says:ES-175 D (ES75)
– similar to the ES-175, except has two single coil (1951-56), two PAF humbucker (1957-1962), two Pat. No. humbucker (1962-Present, current pickups are ’57 Classic humbuckers) with four knobs (two v, two tone) and a three-way pickup switch, current dimensions are 16 in. wide, 20.5 in. long, and 3.5 in. thick, current mfg. utilizes curly maple/poplar/maple laminate top, sides, and back with mahogany neck and rosewood fretboard, available in Natural (disc.), Vintage Sunburst, or Wine Red (disc.) finish, mfg. 1951-present.This model was introduced during 1951, but the D suffix was not added until 1953. Current production instruments (except for Aged finishes) are produced in either a Wine Red (WR), Vintage Sunburst (VS) or Natural (AN) finish with nickel or gold hardware. In 1957, P.A.F. humbucker pickups replaced P-90 single coils. In 1962, Pat. No. humbucker pickups replaced PAF pickups. In 1974, a neck volute was introduced. By 1977, tune-o-matic bridge replaced original style bridge. In 1981, neck volute was discontinued. In 1983, mahogany back/sides replaced maple body. In 1990, maple back/sides was reintroduced and replaced mahogany.
This model is currently produced in Memphis, Tennessee. I Say:Gibson’s numbering system in the early 1970’s was a nightmare. The serial number 00103692 only narrows it down to some point between 1970 and 1975 – but the presence of the volute dates this as post 1974, and the fact that it has the old style bridge means that it’s pre 1977!This guitar has clearly been loved and revered – or kept in a cupboard! The almost unmarked lacquer has acquired a lovely series crazing (checking) lines characteristic of a guitar of this age, but I can find no chips, dings or dents. The rear has some marking in a dotted pattern, but these could easily be polished out. I actually prefer them as signs of wear.Rosewood fingerboard and frets are near unworn.Pat No pickups are a Gibson classic – warm in the neck and aggressive in the bridge. As far as I can tell the electronics are original – but I don’t fancy trying to get them out!Fantastic Gibson Hardcase with a rather “too -camp” pink satin shroud.I accept Paypal (preferred), personal cheque , cash on collection and direct bank transfer. Payment must be arranged within 3 days of the agreement to purchase, otherwise the item will be relisted and negative feedback will be left free of charge. Money must clear into my account prior to collection/despatch. The items will be despatched via Royal Mail for small items and UPS for lrger items, insured where appropriate, usually within 24 hours of receipt of funds. I'm doing this to raise money to support AIDS orphans in Africa, and 10% of any money I make automatically goes to these children (see for more information).
Description
| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Gibson |
| No. of Strings: | 6 string | Model: | ES 175 |
| Type: | Electric Guitar | Right-/ Left-Handed: | Right-Handed |
| Sub-Type: | Archtop | Size: | 4/4 |
| MPN: | Does Not Apply | Country/Region of Manufacture: | United States |
| EAN: | Does not apply |
The Blue Book Says:ES-175 D (ES75)
– similar to the ES-175, except has two single coil (1951-56), two PAF humbucker (1957-1962), two Pat. No. humbucker (1962-Present, current pickups are ’57 Classic humbuckers) with four knobs (two v, two tone) and a three-way pickup switch, current dimensions are 16 in. wide, 20.5 in. long, and 3.5 in. thick, current mfg. utilizes curly maple/poplar/maple laminate top, sides, and back with mahogany neck and rosewood fretboard, available in Natural (disc.), Vintage Sunburst, or Wine Red (disc.) finish, mfg. 1951-present.This model was introduced during 1951, but the D suffix was not added until 1953. Current production instruments (except for Aged finishes) are produced in either a Wine Red (WR), Vintage Sunburst (VS) or Natural (AN) finish with nickel or gold hardware. In 1957, P.A.F. humbucker pickups replaced P-90 single coils. In 1962, Pat. No. humbucker pickups replaced PAF pickups. In 1974, a neck volute was introduced. By 1977, tune-o-matic bridge replaced original style bridge. In 1981, neck volute was discontinued. In 1983, mahogany back/sides replaced maple body. In 1990, maple back/sides was reintroduced and replaced mahogany.
This model is currently produced in Memphis, Tennessee. I Say:Gibson’s numbering system in the early 1970’s was a nightmare. The serial number 00103692 only narrows it down to some point between 1970 and 1975 – but the presence of the volute dates this as post 1974, and the fact that it has the old style bridge means that it’s pre 1977!This guitar has clearly been loved and revered – or kept in a cupboard! The almost unmarked lacquer has acquired a lovely series crazing (checking) lines characteristic of a guitar of this age, but I can find no chips, dings or dents. The rear has some marking in a dotted pattern, but these could easily be polished out. I actually prefer them as signs of wear.Rosewood fingerboard and frets are near unworn.Pat No pickups are a Gibson classic – warm in the neck and aggressive in the bridge. As far as I can tell the electronics are original – but I don’t fancy trying to get them out!Fantastic Gibson Hardcase with a rather “too -camp” pink satin shroud.
– similar to the ES-175, except has two single coil (1951-56), two PAF humbucker (1957-1962), two Pat. No. humbucker (1962-Present, current pickups are ’57 Classic humbuckers) with four knobs (two v, two tone) and a three-way pickup switch, current dimensions are 16 in. wide, 20.5 in. long, and 3.5 in. thick, current mfg. utilizes curly maple/poplar/maple laminate top, sides, and back with mahogany neck and rosewood fretboard, available in Natural (disc.), Vintage Sunburst, or Wine Red (disc.) finish, mfg. 1951-present.This model was introduced during 1951, but the D suffix was not added until 1953. Current production instruments (except for Aged finishes) are produced in either a Wine Red (WR), Vintage Sunburst (VS) or Natural (AN) finish with nickel or gold hardware. In 1957, P.A.F. humbucker pickups replaced P-90 single coils. In 1962, Pat. No. humbucker pickups replaced PAF pickups. In 1974, a neck volute was introduced. By 1977, tune-o-matic bridge replaced original style bridge. In 1981, neck volute was discontinued. In 1983, mahogany back/sides replaced maple body. In 1990, maple back/sides was reintroduced and replaced mahogany.
This model is currently produced in Memphis, Tennessee. I Say:Gibson’s numbering system in the early 1970’s was a nightmare. The serial number 00103692 only narrows it down to some point between 1970 and 1975 – but the presence of the volute dates this as post 1974, and the fact that it has the old style bridge means that it’s pre 1977!This guitar has clearly been loved and revered – or kept in a cupboard! The almost unmarked lacquer has acquired a lovely series crazing (checking) lines characteristic of a guitar of this age, but I can find no chips, dings or dents. The rear has some marking in a dotted pattern, but these could easily be polished out. I actually prefer them as signs of wear.Rosewood fingerboard and frets are near unworn.Pat No pickups are a Gibson classic – warm in the neck and aggressive in the bridge. As far as I can tell the electronics are original – but I don’t fancy trying to get them out!Fantastic Gibson Hardcase with a rather “too -camp” pink satin shroud.
I accept Paypal (preferred), personal cheque , cash on collection and direct bank transfer. Payment must be arranged within 3 days of the agreement to purchase, otherwise the item will be relisted and negative feedback will be left free of charge. Money must clear into my account prior to collection/despatch. The items will be despatched via Royal Mail for small items and UPS for lrger items, insured where appropriate, usually within 24 hours of receipt of funds. I'm doing this to raise money to support AIDS orphans in Africa, and 10% of any money I make automatically goes to these children (see for more information).