The Gibson USA SG Standard 61 Faded Maestro Vibrola is a return to the classic roots of the SG and the design that made it such an iconic guitar. Featuring a beautiful satin nitrocellulose finish it has the appearance of an instrument thats been passed down throughout the decades. And together with this vintage vibe youve got a stunning vibrato tailpiece to add in a whole new set of dynamics and smooth whammy bar action to your playing.Equipped with a set of 60s open core BurstBucker pickups it offers a retro growling tone to match its stellar looks. These pickups are tuned for added power and top end so you can be sure of weighty and punchy dynamics that will easily stand above a mix. And while youre busy enjoying those searing sounds youll notice the supreme comfort provided by a body that has deeply sculpted scarfing for a nimble and agile feel. Finished with classic Gibson appointments like deluxe keystone tuning buttons a teardrop shaped pickguard and nickel-plated hardware the SG Standard 61 Faded Maestro Vibrola is a must have for any Gibson enthusiast.
Its a blast from the past From the glory days. The SG Standard 61 travels back to the roots of this legendary guitar and presents you with an instrument thats seen a few stages. Meticulously finished in a satin nitrocellulose coating and sporting a host of old-school appointments it boasts a premium vintage character. These include Vintage Deluxe tuning buttons black control knobs with silver inserts Lyre engraving on the tailpiece cover and a 5-ply teardrop pickguard. Vibrato maestro The centrepiece of the SG Standard 61 is you guessed it the vibrato tailpiece. Forged in a classic style and offering a smooth vibrato action it adds a new dynamic element to your performance. And thanks to Gibsons outstanding build quality and TOM bridge you can expect a solid tuning stability while its in use. The searing sounds of an SG classic… Vibrant vintage roars. If youre searching for PAF-like tones with extra edge and attitude these open core BurstBuckers are for you. Voiced to capture the sonics of those hot rodded 60s pickups youve got plenty of growl and punch to command with a bright top end to make your notes really stand out. And thanks to the open core design theyll pick up every detail of your strings for a maximum output and full bodied tone. At the neck is the BurstBucker 61R that has a slightly thicker presence excellent for fat chords and chunky rhythms. If youre in need of a little more cut and crunch then flick over to the bridge positions 61T for a focused and more biting tone. Selectable through a three way switch and complete with audio taper potentiometers and orange drop capacitors these offer delicate authentic sounds that can be shaped to your exact taste. SG level playability Its no secret. You only have to look at an SG to see that they are inviting riff machines and its no different on the SG Standard 61 Vibrato. Presenting you with the trademark SlimTaper neck and a quality luscious rosewood fretboard its a surface thats ready for all manner of riffing. Enjoy a solid grip on the neck profile as well as plenty of room on the fingerboard for technical playing. And that extends all the way up the 22 frets with tonnes of room at even the highest scales for showstopping leads and creative ideas. Specifications Product Name: Gibson SG Standard Faded ’61 Maestro Vibrola Vintage Cherry Product Code: SG61VF00AYNH1 Body Shape: SG Material: Mahogany Binding: Single Ply Cream Fretboard Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Neck & Fingerboard Neck Material: Mahogany Neck Profile: SlimTaper Fretboard Material: Rosewood No of Frets: 22 Scale Length: 24.75″ Nut: Graph Tech Nut Width: 1.69″ / 43 mm Position Inlays: Acrylic Trapezoid Hardware Bridge ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic Tailpiece Maestro Vibrola Tuners Vintage Deluxe with Keystone Buttons Plating Nickel Electronics Neck Pickup: BurstBucker61R Bridge Pickup: BurstBucker61T Switching: 3-Way Switching Controls: 2 Volume 2 Tone & Toggle Switch (Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors) Miscellaneous Case Included: Hardshell Case
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