The headstock, like the previously mentioned guitars, was unadorned except for the Gibson logo silk-screened in gold lettering across the top. The unbound solid Honduras mahogany neck was capped with a Brazilian rosewood fretboard which was originally topped with pearloid dot markers. The pickup was now Gibson's P90 dog-eared unit with adjustable pole-pieces. The back and sides were also made of maple. The body on this guitar was now 16 1/4 inches in width and came with a laminated arched maple top, which became Gibson's standard on it's electric hollow body instruments. In 1940 this changed to Gibson's first pole magnet pickup.Р”В«y 1941, the ES-100 was dropped from the line-up and replaced with the Gibson ES-125 model. Originally the pickup on this model was a blade style unit. The strings were held in place by a trapeze tail-piece. The neck was unbound and capped with a rosewood fretboard. The guitars arched top was carved and made of spruce. Within the guitars body were two sound-posts. Details:Archtop thinline, maple body with no. It's body was bound on the top and bottom. Gibson ES-125 1950-60 Vintage Hollow Body Electric Guitar, with matching Case. Sold 1959 Gibson ES 125 T - Sunburst Nice Gibson ES-125 T in Sunburst in excellent condition, all original, the pickguard is in the case. The action may be lowered or raised to your requirements with the adjustable bridge.The ES-100 was two inches shorter than the ES-150, having a body depth of a mere 14 1/4 inches. String action is set at 5/64' to 6/64' at the 12th fret, with moderate relief for acoustic playing with medium strings. The guitar will accommodate lighter or heavier gauge strings, according to preference.

As student models go, you wouldnРІР‚в„ўt mind taking delivery of anything coming out of Kalamazoo duding the 50РІР‚в„ўs or early 60s and this near MINT, 1964 ES. The best year to have of these and a real nice sounding player. Setup: This instrument is strung with medium gauge nickel roundwound strings (.012-.054). Wide nut, thick neck ES-125 in remarkable condition. A solid player for jazz, swing or blues, the ES-125 remains by far the best value in a true vintage Gibson archtop. As these guitars were originally shipped in flimsy softshell cases, the owner has thoughtfully provided a sturdy plush hardshell case for its protection. The Jason Lollar P-90 pickup provides smooth classic single-coil tone, with enhanced feedback suppression and microphonic noise resistance. Some normal light checking confirms its sunburst finish is 100% authentic. This example is in superb condition, without pick, buckle or thumbwear, and has been fitted with immaculate medium-jumbo frets. The laminated body offers superior feedback resistance, and the guitar produces a respectable acoustic tone for playing unplugged. With its clear P-90 pickup and fast 24 1/2' scale, the ES-125 offered true Gibson quality and playability at an affordable price. Notes: Introduced in 1938 as the ES-100, the ES-125 was renamed in 1941, and remained in continuous production for over 30 years. Favored by musicians like RadioheadРІР‚в„ўs Thom Yorke, George Thorogood, and BB King, this guitar. Introduced in 1941 as a replacement for the Gibson ES-100, the Gibson ES-125 featured a lavishly arched maple top which became a mainstay for these light, hollow-body electric guitars. Hardware: Original hardware includes nickel raised diamond trapeze tailpiece, compensated rosewood bridge vintage correct hardware includes hand antiqued nickel-plated Kluson Deluxe tuners, gold barrel knobs, Jason Lollar vintage P-90 pickup. The Gibson ES-125 The Quintessential Rock РІР‚ВNРІР‚в„ў Roll Relic.

Materials: Solid Honduras mahogany neck, arched slab-cut maple back and top mahogany sides solid Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and bridge. On which instrument(s) you're looking for, and we'll be happy to contactР”В«ody size at lower bout: 16'. Model or similar instruments in the future, please contact. It has been sold, and is no longer available. Status: Pricing and hold status for all instruments currently available Home / Instruments/ Accessories / Ordering / Tips / Friends

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