The Gibson SG Standard 61 Maestro Vibrola is a definitive symbol of rock n roll. With the maestro vibrola and archetypal devil horned body shape its an instrument thats been dragged off the stage and dropped straight into your hands. Expertly crafted from the finest tonewoods of mahogany and rosewood – it forms a full bodied thick sound that typifies rock music. Used by AC/DCs Angus Young and The Whos Pete Townsend – its no wonder some of the most influential guitarists of all time swear by it.
Vintage SG tone The only thing more legendary than the Gibson SG is the resonance it produces. What makes it so special? Its the careful combination of tonewoods and the meticulous attention to detail which forms that precious sound. As you strike a power chord the loud SG tone reverberates out of your amp. The body is skillfully assembled from real mahogany to provide you with a rich vibrant resonance and a thick mid-range bite – making this the perfect tool for solos. The reason why so many great guitarists including George Harrison and Eric Clapton use the SG is not only because of the killer tonal quality but the way it sits within a band dynamic. The rosewood neck produces a certain depth to the overall resonance meaning nothing will be lost in translation – your riffs will be heard for days. Designed for comfort Picture this. Youre on stage crushing one of your tasty solos until you feel your hand cramping up. It can be painful and distracting. This wont be an issue with the Gibson Meastro Vibrola SG. Crafted from real rosewood the fingerboard makes those chord changes even more smooth whilst adding a warmth to the resonance. Glide form chord to chord with such ease – free of any discomfort. Considered stylish and secure – this is a guitar engineered with the musician in mind. Gibson have pulled out all the stops. The unique slim taper profile ensures youll have a tight grip on the neck as it shapes beautifully into your hand – without exerting too much pressure. So you can focus on blazing your trail. Sensational pickups The 61R and 61T burstbuckers do so much more than just pick up the vibrations and send them through your amp. They are essential in delivering that loud SG sound with an abundance of power. They manage to recreate the vintage 60s tone – sending you right back to where it all began. Burstbuckers remove any awkward and unwanted interference that can sometimes occur during a live show. By doing so they give your tonal quality the clarity an SG deserves. Have no doubt every one of your licks will be heard with optimum definition. Outstanding hardware The introduction of the maestro vibrola allows you to bend warp and distort your sound so you can establish some character to your playing style. By gently pushing down on the bar you can take your solos to the next level. As well as its practical function the vibrola also contributes a stunning aesthetic that is unparalleled. This is a once in a lifetime guitar design. Live shows never looked so good – for those about to rock we salute you… Another piece of hardware that is vital for the singing sustain you would expect from a Gibson SG is the aluminium ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge. It transfers the vibrations of your strings throughout the mahogany body providing you with sustain thats almost as long as a Frank Zappa solo. Which is pretty long. The rise of the Gibson SG First launched in 1961 its difficult to ignore the reputation this guitar has acquired. Heavy loud and deep in tone – it quickly became a guitar for the rebellious. Who could forget the iconic images of Pete Townsend smashing his guitar to pieces. Its truly liberating. As well as being described as having the “fastest neck in the world” due to the slim taper profile and smooth fingerboard – its association with rock n roll was inevitable. Keep your instrument safe Safe and sound. Your treasured SG will remain in the secure hands of a hard case shell. This is the ideal environment to store your instrument where it will remain protected from the elements. Ideal for those who are always on the road. Dependable well-sheltered and reliable – your pride and joy is kept out of harms way. Specfications Body Model Name: Gibson SG Standard 61 Maestro Vibrola Vintage Cherry Series: SG Standard Body Material: Mahogany Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Colour: Vintage Cherry Body Shape: Double Cut-away SG Style Neck and Fingerboard Neck Material: Solid Mahogany Neck Shape: Slim Taper Fret Size: Medium-Jumbo Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Fretboard: Mahogany Fretboard Radius: 12″ (304.8 mm) Scale Length: 24.75″ (62.865 mm) Frets: 22 Position Inlays: Acrylic Trapezoids Hardware and Electronics Tuning Machines: Vintage Deluxe w/ Keystone Buttons Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola Plating: Chrome Pickguard: Black 5-ply Neck Pickups: 61R Burstbucker Bridge Pickups: 61T Burstbucker Controls: 2 Volumes 2 Tones & Toggle Switch (Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors) Pickup Configuration: Neck and Bridge Pickup Switching: Toggle Switch Control Knobs: Black Top Hats with Silver Reflector Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic Switch Tip: Cream Switchwasher: Black Hardware Colour: Nickel Nut: Graph Tech Nut Width: 1.695 IN Miscellaneous Strings: .010 .013 .017 .026 .036 .046 Case: Hard Shell Case Included Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit
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