{"product_id":"gibson-sg-special-1965-refin-players-guitar","title":"SOLD - Gibson SG Special 1965 Refinished Player's Guitar Black with Late 60s Case","description":"\u003cp data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1\" data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"size\":\"12.00\",\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-doc-id=\"5563285000000035001\" data-doc-type=\"writer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSOLD!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1\" data-header=\"0\" class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-textformat='{\"size\":\"12.00\",\"fgc\":\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho buys guitars?  We do! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCall 530-570-1525 or email sales@maharsvintageguitars.com to sell your vintage guitar bass, amplifier, etc - one piece or a collection!  We are always ready to buy instruments, amps and effects from Fender, Gibson, Martin, Epiphone, Rickenbacker, Gretsch, Marshall, Vox and just about anything else related to musical instruments.   You can also click here for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/pages\/sell-vintage-guitars\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e more info on selling us vintage instruments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, amps, parts, etc.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-350\" data-turn-id=\"request-68f45bb0-9388-832a-94bd-49f1c1f15a55-12\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] thread-sm:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] thread-lg:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] thread-lg:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-1\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"36676311-ea22-4668-ba0d-036f5a3d4516\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"99\"\u003eThis 1965 Gibson SG Special is a classic mid-’60s player’s guitar that delivers everything the model is known for: lightweight feel, snarling P-90 tone, and effortless playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"99\"\u003eThe guitar weighs under 7 pounds and has a 1 11\/16\" nut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"99\"\u003eThis is a killer player that has seen some work, including a black nitro refinish.  The neck heel was repaired before the refin.  Interestingly, the back of the neck shows the wood grain - it is not black, and the back of the headstock is similarly clear-coated, showing the serial number, and coming to a \"stinger\" point where the neck transitions to the headstock.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"99\"\u003eThe neck pickup is period correct.  It has gold pole pieces however.  The bridge pickup is an older Gibson part as well.  The base plate of the pickup has been altered for some reason.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"99\"\u003eThe Bigsby is a killer addition - a nice vintage part.  The ABR-1 bridge is recent, and it is mounted on a cool pair of Glaser studs that fit into the original stopbar mounting threads, so the guitar could be changed back to a wraparound tailpiece.  The bigsby works really well with this setup, and we were able to get the guitar very nicely dialed in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"99\"\u003eThe pots are original, as are the pickguard, tuners, and truss rod cover.  The knobs and switch tip look to be changed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1080\" data-start=\"645\"\u003eThe case is from the late 60s, and it has seen some use, as well as changed latches.  It works well, but it has seen better days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1080\" data-start=\"645\"\u003eIntroduced in the early 1960s, the SG Special became a favorite of players like Pete Townshend and Carlos Santana for its cutting tone and lightweight design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1666\" data-start=\"1427\"\u003eAt Mahar’s Vintage Guitars, every instrument is inspected, photographed accurately, and professionally set up. We buy, sell, and accept trades. Explore our Gibson Guitars Collection, Vintage Fender Guitars, or Sell or Trade Your Gear page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Black Refin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6lbs 15oz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Profile: Medium C\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFretboard: Rosewood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlays: Pearl Dot\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: Original\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFret Count: 22\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut: Original\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut width: 1-11\/16\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadius: 12\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 24.75\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck thickness at 1st Fret: \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck thickness at 12th Fret: \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction 1st String at 12th Fret: 2\/32\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction 6th String at 12th Fret: 2\/32\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 39-1\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower bout: 13-1\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist: 8-7\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper bout: 10-3\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody depth\/thickness outside edge: 1-3\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eString gauge: 10-46\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware Color: Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup\/Brand: \u003cspan\u003eGibson P-90\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup Reading: 8.64k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal?: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup\/Brand: \u003cspan\u003eGibson P-90\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup Reading: 7.83k\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal?: Yes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuners: Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnobs: Original\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch: 3 Way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePots\/Codes: Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Original Rectanlge Gibson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotes: \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping policy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are multiple shipping cost options for purchases made on our site.  Select Ground, 3 Day, 2 Day, or Next Day Air Saver.  For Reverb purchases, there is one cost option for these Eastern states and shipment will be made by UPS three-day-air.  Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions.  If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to sales@maharsvintageguitars.com.  Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.   \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55970342371494,"sku":"zG-2031","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/7527\/4662\/files\/gibson-sg-special-1965-refinished-players-guitar-black-with-late-60s-case-2595189.jpg?v=1764677841","url":"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/products\/gibson-sg-special-1965-refin-players-guitar","provider":"Mahar's Vintage Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}