The 2023 Gibson SG Standard '61 Faded Maestro Vibrola in Vintage Cherry pays homage to the original 1961 SG design, a model that redefined the solid-body electric guitar. This instrument features a solid mahogany body with the iconic double-cutaway shape, including the deeply sculpted body scarfing and signature double horns that make the SG instantly recognizable. Its faded vintage cherry finish adds a subtle, classic aesthetic that complements its vintage-inspired elements. The mahogany neck has a SlimTaper™ profile for fast, comfortable playing, and is topped with a bound rosewood fretboard featuring 22 medium jumbo frets and acrylic trapezoid inlays. A 12-inch radius fretboard and a neck joined at the 22nd fret provide excellent access for lead work.
Classic vintage details include a 5-ply teardrop-shaped pickguard, nickel-plated hardware with an ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic™ bridge, and the signature Maestro Vibrola tailpiece engraved with the traditional Lyre design, offering smooth vibrato effects. Vintage Deluxe tuners with Keystone buttons and a Graph Tech® nut ensure reliable tuning stability. The guitar is fitted with 60s Burstbucker™ humbuckers, delivering rich, powerful tones with clarity and bite. The hand-wired electronics include 2 volume and 2 tone controls with audio taper pots and Orange Drop® capacitors, providing a responsive and versatile tonal palette. This SG Standard comes complete with a Gibson hardshell case and all original accessories, making it an excellent representation of Gibson’s American craftsmanship and classic rock heritage.
Features:
- Solid mahogany body with faded Vintage Cherry finish and classic SG double-cutaway design
- SlimTaper™ mahogany neck with bound rosewood fretboard, 22 medium jumbo frets, 12" radius
- ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic™ bridge and Maestro Vibrola tailpiece with Lyre engraving
- 60s Burstbucker™ humbuckers for vintage-style output and tone
- Hand-wired electronics with Orange Drop® capacitors, 2 volume and 2 tone controls with black Top Hat knobs
- Vintage Deluxe tuners with Keystone buttons and Graph Tech® nut for tuning stability
- Includes Gibson hardshell case and all original case candy
