Ex-Demo Serial number: 213220246 This instrument may show light signs of use. It has been quality checked by our team of repair technicians to ensure that it meets a high playing standard. Any promotional materials offers software or subscriptions available when purchased as new may not be available with this Ex-Demo product. A Gibson classic rises from the ashes. Over the last 60 years the Gibson SG Standard 61 has become the definitive symbol of rock n roll. With the archetypal devil horned body shape its an instrument thats been dragged off the highway to hell and dropped straight into the guitar universe – experience the phenomenon. Submerge yourself in classic SG tones. 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. Solo riff hammer on and raise some hell – this is the axe your parents warned you about… 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 voice and a thick mid-range bite – making this the perfect tool for solos. Theres a stack of reason why so many great guitarists have used the SG throughout history including George Harrison and Eric Clapton. Killer tonal quality powerful sound and 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 guitar digging in to your side. It can be painful and distracting. This wont be an issue with the Gibson SG. The contoured body and deep cutaways allow this instrument to rest comfortably as youre wearing it on stage. Considered stylish and secure – this is a guitar engineered with the musician in mind. Crafted from real rosewood the fingerboard makes those chord changes even smoother whilst adding a warmth to your tone. Glide form chord to chord with ease – free of any discomfort. Gibson have pulled out all the stops. The unique slim taper profile ensures youll have a tight grip on the neck as it morphs beautifully to the shape of your hand – without exerting too much pressure. This alleviates any on stage cramp that may occur. So you can focus entirely on your playing. Outstanding hardware The 61 Burstbucker humbuckers do so much more than just pick up the vibrations and send it through your amp. They are essential in delivering that loud SG sound with an abundance of power. Humbuckers 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. Another piece of hardware thats vital for the singing sustain you would expect from a Gibson SG is the aluminium Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge. It transfers the vibrations of your strings throughout the mahogany body to provide you with a 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 earned itself. Heavy loud and deep in tone – it quickly became a guitar for the rebellious. Who could forget the iconic image of Pete Townsend smashing his guitar into pieces. Its truly liberating. As well as being described as having the fastest neck in the world due to the SlimTaper 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 softshell case. 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. Specifications Body Model Name: Gibson SG Standard 61 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: SlimTaper 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: Aluminum Stop Bar Plating: Chrome Pickguard: Black 5-ply Full Face Neck Pickups: Burstbucker 61R Bridge Pickups: Burstbucker 61T Controls: 2 Volumes 2 Tones & Toggle Switch Pickup Configuration: Neck and Bridge Pickup Switching: Toggle Switch Control Knobs: Black Top Hats with Silver Reflector Bridge: Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic Switch Tip: Cream Switchwasher: Black Hardware Colour: Chrome Nut: Graph Tech Nut Width: 1.695 IN Miscellaneous Strings: .010 .013 .017 .026 .036 .046 Case: Gibson Hard Case Included Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit