String action is set at 5/64" to 6/64" at the 12th fret, with moderate relief for acoustic playing with medium strings. The guitar will accommodate lighter or heavier gauge strings, according to preference. Setup: This instrument is strung with medium gauge nickel roundwound strings (.012-.054).
As these guitars were originally shipped in flimsy softshell cases, the owner has thoughtfully provided a sturdy plush hardshell case for its protection.Ī versatile player for jazz, swing or blues, the ES-125 remains by far the best value in a true vintage Gibson archtop. Smooth low action over fine original fretwork and a gentle C profile neck. the guitar is notably light in weight, and warmly resonant. The brilliant original adjustable P-90 pickup provides smooth classic single-coil tone, with tremendous clarity and detail. The 16' non-cutaway body of the ES125 sounds great, amplified as well as unplugged Great P-90 pickup sound and comfortable C-shaped neck.
This exceptional example has been preserved in simply astounding condition, without pick, buckle, thumb or fingerboard wear, and its gleaming dark Cremona sunburst finish is 100% original. The laminated body offers superior feedback resistance, and the guitar produces a respectable acoustic tone for playing unplugged or through the amp. With its clear P-90 pickup and fast 24 1/2" scale, the ES-125 offered true Gibson quality and playability at an affordable price. Notes: Introduced in 1938 as the ES-100, the ES-125 was renamed in 1941, and remained in continuous production for over 30 years, becoming Gibson's most popular archtop model ever. Vintage correct chrome raised diamond trapeze tailpiece. Hardware: Original hardware includes nickel-plated Kluson Deluxe tuners, gold barrel knobs, P-90 single coil pickup, contoured tortoise pickguard, compensated adjustable rosewood bridge. Materials: Solid Honduras mahogany neck, arched slab-cut maple back and top mahogany sides solid Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and bridge. Please be specificon which instrument(s) you're looking for, and we'll be happy to contactyou as soon as they become available.īody size at lower bout: 16". To be notified of examples of thismodel or similar instruments in the future, please contact. Photos and descriptions of Previously Sold instruments may by found here. If this instrumentdoes not appear on the Instrumentspageit has been sold, and is no longer available. Status: Pricing and hold status for all instruments currently availableis shown on our Instruments page here. Home / Instruments/ Accessories / Ordering / Tips / Friends
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