A nice, clean example of a late-60's Melody Maker D, showing all the hallmarks you'd expect of a vintage Gibson. The original nitrocellulose lacquer has checked and started to yellow - turning the original Pelham Blue finish to a green hue. Rare to see these with natural headstock.
The factory Vibrola arm not only looks cool, but stays in tune well too. A duo of Gibson single coil pickups have good output and showcases the open tone the Melody Maker offers. The original CTS pots date to 1966. The original frets are getting low and show some pitting, however the guitar plays cleanly across the neck and intonates correctly.
Specifications
- Body: Mahogany SG
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Indian Rosewood
- Frets: 22 Vintage
- Radius: 12"
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Nut Width: 1-9/16"
- Pickups: 2 x Gibson Single Coil
- Controls: 2 x Vol, 2 x Tone & 3-way Selector Switch
- Bridge: Original Lightning Bar Wraparound
- Pickguard: Single-ply White
- Weight: 6.38lbs
Changes
Whilst remaining mostly original, the guitar is currently sporting a repro set of Kluson Deluxe tuners. At some point, the holes were reamed out for larger shafts. The Vibrola Arm tip appears to be later. Supplied with a non-original black case.
About
Having worked in the trade for nearly 20 years, Cody's Guitars was established in 2017 as an independent sole trader. Focusing on pre-owned gear, I buy, sell & trade guitars. If you have any unwanted equipment, please get in touch.
Shipping
Typically dispatched the same day, on a 24hour service to the UK Mainland. While overseas rates are listed, you may wish to get in touch to discuss import duty, taxes, VAT and handling times.
Service
Love, care and attention goes into every piece of equipment listed and sold. When purchasing a guitar from me, you will expect a clean, well set-up and ready to use instrument. All parts will be examined and checked for authenticity and will be working correctly, unless otherwise stated. If you have any queries, don't hesitate to get in touch.
