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Gibson 2013 SG Standard - Heritage Cherry - Chrome Hardware
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SG Standard
When the original Les Paul evolved into the Les Paul/SG Standard in 1961, the evolution embodied Les Pauls vision for a sleek, powerful, contemporary solidbody electric guitar. The single-cut Standard returned to the fold later in the decade, but the distinctive double-cutaway guitarnow simply known as the SGstayed in the lineup too, and became a major rock and blues icon. The new SG Standard embodies all the tone, feel, and look of the original rendition of this legendary guitar, with features such as a slim 60s profile neck with a smaller early 60s headstock, the original early 60s pickguard, dual 57 Classic humbucking pickups, and Gibsons innovative hardware, all wrapped into a design that remains one of the most versatile guitars available today. To top it off, the SG Standard displays classic looks in your choice of Heritage Cherry, Ebony, Classic White, or Natural Burst finish, all in high-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer. And, for a nominal upcharge, you can kick the new SG Standard right into the 21st century with a factory upgrade to automated Min-ETune robot tuners. A left-handed version also available.
Like the greatest SGs ever made, the SG Standard starts with a foundation of solid mahogany, a tonewood with a long tradition at Gibson. A solid mahogany body (Grade-A beneath the translucent finish options) is crafted in the distinctive, thin asymmetrical dual-cutaway style, with iconic pointed horns and beveled edges to enhance playing comfort. A solid, Grade-A, quarter-sawn mahogany neck is glued into the body in Gibsons time-tested tradition, and carved to a fast, slim 60s profile that measures .800 at the 1st fret and .875 at the 12th. It is topped with a bound fingerboard made from genuine Grade-A rosewood with 22 medium-jumbo frets, and traditional trapezoid inlays. The smaller vintage-style headstock has the classic mother-of-pearl Gibson logo and holly inlays.
The SG Standard takes its firepower from a pair of 57 Classic humbucking pickups, some of the most popular recreations of vintage PAF humbuckers available today. These great pickups use genuine Alnico II bar magnets and are wound with 42-AWG enamel-coated wire for the characteristic blend of warmth and creaminess that made original PAFs legendary. The traditional wiring complement of an independent volume and tone control per pickup plus a three-way toggle selector switch allows a broad range of sonic variations. To anchor it all down, Gibson USA loads in a Tune-o-Matic bridge and Stopbar tailpiece, with a set of genuine TonePros vintage-style tuners, a hardware set that partners up for solid sustain and precision tuning. Put it all together, and the SG Standard presents a great incarnation of the iconic original, bringing the look, feel, and sound to the hands of players of today.
Features
- Solid Mahogany body with nitrocellulose finish
- 60s slim profile neck
- Bound 22 Fret Rosewood fingerboard with traditional trapezoid Inlays
- Pair of 57 Classic humbucking pickups in the neck and bridge
- Genuine TonePros vintage-style tuners
When the original Les Paul evolved into the Les Paul/SG Standard in 1961, the evolution embodied Les Pauls vision for a sleek, powerful, contemporary solidbody electric guitar. The single-cut Standard returned to the fold later in the decade, but the distinctive double-cutaway guitarnow simply known as the SGstayed in the lineup too, and became a major rock and blues icon. The new SG Standard embodies all the tone, feel, and look of the original rendition of this legendary guitar, with features such as a slim 60s profile neck with a smaller early 60s headstock, the original early 60s pickguard, dual 57 Classic humbucking pickups, and Gibsons innovative hardware, all wrapped into a design that remains one of the most versatile guitars available today. To top it off, the SG Standard displays classic looks in your choice of Heritage Cherry, Ebony, Classic White, or Natural Burst finish, all in high-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer. And, for a nominal upcharge, you can kick the new SG Standard right into the 21st century with a factory upgrade to automated Min-ETune robot tuners. A left-handed version also available.
Like the greatest SGs ever made, the SG Standard starts with a foundation of solid mahogany, a tonewood with a long tradition at Gibson. A solid mahogany body (Grade-A beneath the translucent finish options) is crafted in the distinctive, thin asymmetrical dual-cutaway style, with iconic pointed horns and beveled edges to enhance playing comfort. A solid, Grade-A, quarter-sawn mahogany neck is glued into the body in Gibsons time-tested tradition, and carved to a fast, slim 60s profile that measures .800 at the 1st fret and .875 at the 12th. It is topped with a bound fingerboard made from genuine Grade-A rosewood with 22 medium-jumbo frets, and traditional trapezoid inlays. The smaller vintage-style headstock has the classic mother-of-pearl Gibson logo and holly inlays.
The SG Standard takes its firepower from a pair of 57 Classic humbucking pickups, some of the most popular recreations of vintage PAF humbuckers available today. These great pickups use genuine Alnico II bar magnets and are wound with 42-AWG enamel-coated wire for the characteristic blend of warmth and creaminess that made original PAFs legendary. The traditional wiring complement of an independent volume and tone control per pickup plus a three-way toggle selector switch allows a broad range of sonic variations. To anchor it all down, Gibson USA loads in a Tune-o-Matic bridge and Stopbar tailpiece, with a set of genuine TonePros vintage-style tuners, a hardware set that partners up for solid sustain and precision tuning. Put it all together, and the SG Standard presents a great incarnation of the iconic original, bringing the look, feel, and sound to the hands of players of today.
Features
- Solid Mahogany body with nitrocellulose finish
- 60s slim profile neck
- Bound 22 Fret Rosewood fingerboard with traditional trapezoid Inlays
- Pair of 57 Classic humbucking pickups in the neck and bridge
- Genuine TonePros vintage-style tuners
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2013 SG 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Halifax, Nova Scotia
A great guitar! I also own a 1963 Gibson SG and by comparison the neck is much thicker on the 2013 model. The guitar is very reliable and feels great to play. Perfect for blues and rock n' roll stuff.
Posted by Jim on Dec 8, 2014
Not what it used to be.. 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Montréal, Quebec
Years ago a bandmate had a '70s SG, it had a thin light body and a small fast neck that felt like a dream. Last winter I ordered one and it had nothing to do with the guitar I was looking for, the body was a lot thicker, the neck was huge and felt like a log. So I didn't buy it and paid the $20 shipping fee they asked me with no problem. Good for you guys if you like it, a Gibson keeps a good value.
Posted by Frank on May 14, 2014
Best guitar I've ever owned!!! 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store White Rock, British Columbia
Everything about this guitar is awesome. Effortless to play, sounds awesome, looks awesome. Worth every penny. Gibson makes the BEST guitars!!!
Posted by Dan on Mar 16, 2014
BECAUSE ITS FUCKEN SWEET MANN!! 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Edmonton Mayfield, Alberta
Posted by anonymous on Aug 12, 2013
You gotta get one of these 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Abbotsford, British Columbia
Just picked it up today 100% flawless . Love it
Posted by Ryan on May 8, 2013
2013 SG standard 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Had to order mine, as they didn't have any in stock. It arrived and it's flawless. I wasn't sure what to expect, as I heard mixed reviews on Gibson's GC. No problems here. It stays in tune well, the intonation is dead on, the finish is immaculate, and the hardshell case is really nice as well. Neck shape took a little getting used to, but it's wonderful. Really fast neck. Overall the guitar feels really solid and I feel I got my money's worth. The finish smells like chocolate. I guess that's a bonus. :P Customer service was good as usual at my local L&M.
Posted by J on May 4, 2013
New SG Standards 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Burlington, Ontario
I picked the natural burst up from Long and McQuade in Burlington the other day. I hadn't shopped for a Gibson in a few years and I was so happy to see that the fit and finish on all of the Gibson's were superb! When I was shopping for my first SG back in 2009 I found that the binding was uneven and a bit sloppy on the whole Gibson USA lineup, even a few custom models. I even went to different stores and sure enough found the same minor imperfections wherever I went. Seems like Gibson has improved their QA! Anyway back to this particular guitar. It plays and sounds as good as an SG can which is great! Love that they have 57' classics now and the slim neck is so great compared to the old standards which had a really thick neck. I also received fantastic service in Burlington!
Posted by Rob on Apr 20, 2013
My New Go To 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Calgary Chinook, Alberta
My stable includes an LP Traditional and a Fender Strat. I picked this thing up in the shop one day out of curiousity and instantly felt comfortable with it. It's light, it's fast and it sounds great. It's like it was made for me. I have nothing bad to say about it. LOVE it.
Posted by Laurie (male) on Apr 5, 2013
Great buy! 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Toronto (Bloor St.), Ontario
No buyers remorse here. The sound and feel suits me perfectly. This is also my first Gibson and looking forward to getting my Les Paul Standard in the future.
Posted by Rawk Gawd on Apr 5, 2013
Nice 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Surrey, British Columbia
Primary guitar is my Les Paul. Very happy with this model of SG with the slim neck and 57's.
Posted by anonymous on Jan 25, 2013
2013 Ebony SG 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Lethbridge, Alberta
I can’t say how much I love this guitar; it feels good, sounds great, and is a joy to play! This is my first Gibson & it was worth every penny. I would however like to know as to why it smells like chocolate?
Posted by Q on Jan 20, 2013
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| 2013 SG Standard - Heritage Cherry - Chrome Hardware | 382862 |
