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Vintage 1968 Gibson Melody Maker D SG body Sparkling Burgundy custom color

Estimated price for orientation: 2 599 $

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Description
Brand: Fender Items Included: Case, Strap
Model: Melody Maker String Configuration: 6 String
Model Year: 1968 Body Type: Solid
Body Color: Sparkling Burgundy Dexterity: Right-Handed
Exact Year: 1968 Body Material: Solid Wood
Series: Vintage


HISTORY
In the 1960's Gibson got serious about custom color solidbody guitars to keep up with Fender. This all original Melody Maker from 1968 features their Sparkling Burgundy finish. Desirable two pickup model with SG body style. Serial number dates to 1968. Pot codes date 37th week of 1967.  No breaks, no repairs, and no modifications. Late 1960's "Gibson" logo on pickguard and original "witch hat" style control knobs. Includes vintage case and blue guitar strap. CONDITION & ORIGINALITY
All original. Neck joint very solid with no breaks. Clean condition with typical finish checking on the body and neck. Scattered small chips and some edge wear on the body. Two corners of the pickguard have chipped off. SETUP
The original frets are in great shape and the guitar has been set to play comfortably. The original electronics function well and sound great. Choose stoptail or tremelo setup, just by changing strings. These custom color Melody Makers are loads of fun!