{"product_id":"gibson-es-355-cherry-1969-1419791","title":"Gibson ES-355 Cherry 1969","description":"\u003ci\u003eThe following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish Details: \u003c\/b\u003eOriginal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTop Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMaple Top\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMaple Body\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody Details: \u003c\/b\u003eSemi-hollow body with laminated maple\/poplar\/maple back, sides, and top\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Material: \u003c\/b\u003eMahogany Neck\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFingerboard Material: \u003c\/b\u003eEbony\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Profile: \u003c\/b\u003e\"C\" profile\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Thickness (IN): \u003c\/b\u003e.81\" (1st fret), 1.00\" (12th fret)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFingerboard Radius: \u003c\/b\u003e9.00\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNut Width: \u003c\/b\u003e1-9\/16\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eScale Length: \u003c\/b\u003e24 3\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck Details: \u003c\/b\u003eSet-in one piece mahogany neck with bound ebony fretboard, block inlays, and headstock truss rod adjustment. The nut has been replaced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eElectronics: \u003c\/b\u003eOriginal Gibson pickups with patent number decals, and original wiring harness with Varitone and inductor, stereo output, 3-way toggle switch, and volume\/tone controls for each pickup. The pot codes are obscured by the metal shields, but appear to be original to the instrument.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePickup Measurements: \u003c\/b\u003e7.7k (neck), 7.5k (bridge)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware: \u003c\/b\u003eThe nut has been replaced, and the bridge is a non-original Nashville-style Schaller bridge. The original ABR-1 posts are still in place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight: \u003c\/b\u003e9lbs 8oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModifications\/Repairs: \u003c\/b\u003eThe nut and bridge have been replaced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase Details: \u003c\/b\u003eOriginal hardshell case\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCosmetic Condition: \u003c\/b\u003eThe guitar is in very clean condition; the finish is glossy with light checking, minor scratches and dings, and other minor blemishes. The back of the body has very minor buckle rash, and the neck is glossy and smooth. There is a small badge on the back of the headstock from a prior dealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial Number: \u003c\/b\u003e536151\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTech Notes: \u003c\/b\u003eThe guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. It is currently set up with 10s, and the truss rod is adjustable. The frets are wide and low with light wear and divots present. The serial number dates the guitar to 1969; the guitar represents a transitional era with multiple pre-1969 appointments, including the one piece neck and lack of a \"Made in USA\" mark on the back of the headstock.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39889216012423,"sku":"U3698974901","price":12896.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/4368\/2183\/products\/gibson-electric-guitars-semi-hollow-gibson-es-355-cherry-1969-u3698974901-29237228437639.jpg?v=1652815229","url":"https:\/\/www.chicagomusicexchange.live\/products\/gibson-es-355-cherry-1969-1419791","provider":"Chicago Music Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}