Gibson SG Special
Gibson SG Special (1959- 1978)
In 1959 until early 1961 the SG Special had a double rounded cutaway and were made with rounded horns, they had no model name on the peg head and were made in cherry or cream finish.
In 1961 the Gibson SG Les Paul Standard and the Gibson SG Les Custom were introduced on the market and until this day these Gibson
guitars are some of the most popular electric guitars ever made.
They had 2 pointed twin cutaways, the SG Les Paul Custom was finished in black or white (3 hum buckers) and the SG Les Paul Standard was finished in cherry red (2 hum buckers).
In 1961 another double pointed cutaway style body emerged on the market and was called the Gibson SG Special, the SG Special was basically a another but less fancy version of the SG Les Paul Standard,
it had 2 P-90 soap bar pickups, dot inlays (not trapezoid), pearl Gibson logo on the peg head,
nickel hardware, wrap around tailpiece, mahogany body, small pick guards, bound neck like the standard and were finished in cherry red or white (cream) finish.
In 1962 Gibson maestro vibratos were optional and in late 1966 larger pick guards were fitted surrounding the pickups which had no frames.
In 1978 the SG Special was discontinued.
From 1971 to present the SG Special was introduced and redesigned bearing different names.
Gibson SG Pro (1971-1974)
The Gibson SG Pro had 2 black mini hum buckers (some with P-90's), a tune-o-matic bridge, Bigsby vibrato, and were made in walnut and natural mahogany finishes.
SG Special I (1983-1985)
Dot markers, exposed hum bucker with 2 knobs.
Dot markers, exposed hum bucker with 2 knobs.
SG Special II (1983-1985)
Same as the Special I but with 2 hum buckers and 3 knobs.
SG Special (1985-2019)
Original SG Special Reintroduced and redesigned through out these years starting with 1 pickup and 2 knobs from 1985 to 1986.. Later 2 pickups, 3 knobs until 1996 and 4 knobs, dot markers, 2 hum buckers until 2019.
SG Special New Country (2006-2008)
Full body mirror including guard and truss rod cover.
Full body mirror including guard and truss rod cover.
SG Special VOS (2006-2013)
Mahogany body custom shop, bound rosewood board and dot inlays also came with a certificate. Available in various colors including TV Yellow and faded cherry.
SG Special EMG (2007)
Had EMG pickups, 4 knobs, 3 way toggle switch, all black hardware.
SG Special 60's Tribute (2011-2018)
Small guard, 2 P-90's, slim taper 60's neck and worn finish options.
* Other models include the SG Special Robot line of guitars introduced in 2008 with robot tuners.*
| Gibson SG Special Price Guide (Updated May-8-2021) |
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re: 527975
ReplyDeleteIt's tough to tell from those pictures. If you can post a clear shot of the back at the neck heel it might be easier. Generally speaking, the easiest way to ID guitars from pictures is by taking clear shots of the body front (include up to 17th fret or so), the body back (including the full heel), the headstock front, and the headstock back (include up to the 2nd fret or so).
re: Missing s/n
As far as I know Gibson only stamped the s/n on the back of the headstock on SGs of that era. It's possible with a blacklight you may be able to see an outline but i'm not sure about that.
anyone know what tin/lead solder alloy Gibson used in the 1960's? I have a old Gibson, want to restore the pots to look correct, and the solder they use today is bright not dull/dark like the old solder, Was it 60/40 or 63/37% tin/lead????
ReplyDeleteif ya know, please reply directly to tnicboston at juno dot com. thanks
Posted 3/7/8/08
ReplyDeleteanyone know what tin/lead solder alloy Gibson used in the 1960's? I have a old Gibson, want to restore the pots to look correct, and the solder they use today is bright not dull/dark like the old solder, Was it 60/40 or 63/37% tin/lead???? NEED TO KNOW!!
please reply directly to tnicboston at juno dot com. thanks
I bought a SG a 4 years ago gave $400. It was sold as a 1971 but I was never sure, I though it was older. I have never seen a SG like this one. It is very plan, dot inlays, gold Gibson name on head, cheery, 2 pickups (one original soap bar the other has been changed) small pick guard, but it has 2 turn knobs and 2 slide switchs. I'm sure it was the cheapest one made. The numbers show it to beween 66 and 69, going by the SG sites but I would love to know more. Numbered 737001
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ReplyDeleteDunno specifically about your SG because there's some weird ones out there, specially in the early 70s! Sounds like an SG Jr. but I thought they only had a single pickup in the bridge position. I can say it's not a Special or Standard but that doesn't tell you much. If there's a volute and made-in-USA stamp it's probably from 1970 or later, but with no volute/stamp it's from 69 or earlier. Earlier than 69 would also have a one-piece neck rather than a three piece.
Hope that helps!
i have a 1987 gibson sg special in black finish. it is in pretty good shape a few minior dents. i was wondering how much is it worth?
ReplyDeletei have a Gibson SG witch i had originally thought was a 1961 the number on the back of the head stock is 177590 with Made In USA printed under. this doesn't make sense to me because Made In USA was stamped after the 70's and a few times in the 50's but 177590 means it must be made in 1964. whats up with this?
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ReplyDeleteThere's exceptions to every rule but your SG was mostly likely built after 1970 and could have been built as late as 1975. Best bet is to read this entire blog and check the 'features' on your SG. If it's a large guard with a Lyre you probably have a 1970-1971. If it's a small-guard with a stoptail or with a Bigsby you probably have a 1972-1975. From 72-74 SG Standards had an unbound ebody board, then from 75 onwards it was bound rosewood.
This is all from memory so could be completely wrong! One thing that's fairly certain is if it has a volute and a made-in-usa, it's a 70-later SG.
If the pots are original you can pull the backing plate and check the number to date it.
re: 80s Special
Can't help with value questions, sorry.
I bought a guitar today and it looks identical to the guitar at the top of the page (the dark red one) but I don't think it's gibson. It just says Vintage on the head. also the inlay is not dots it is rectangles. It also doesn't have a tremelo arm. Anyone have any ideas what make this is? The serial # on the back is I07120133.
ReplyDeleteThanks in advance, any help would be appreciated.
I'm kinda puzzeled about my guitar, since it has an SG body, but the neck and pickguard are les paul parts. the serial is 615806.
ReplyDeleteMy father, who bought it from a friend, was told it's supposed to be a really rare one, but we never really believed in that.
i'd just like to know from when it is and if it really is that rare, probable price would be nice to know, but I don't intend to sell it.
what year is a #38919?
ReplyDeleteand how much distress in the finish, and general wear am i to expect from a guitar in good condition from this period?
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ReplyDeletehere are some photos. the machineheads and bridge have been replaced from excessive wear. however, i would like to know if the tremolo and bridge position (the position is slanted unlike the ones ive previously seen from the 60's) are authentic. and the serial number is given from the above post.
thanks
I have a friend that tells me that
ReplyDeletehis 67 SG special was the same guitar as a 67 SG standard in other
words he put full sized humbuckers
in it without having to route the
body... from my understand all SG specials with p-90s need to have
the pickup cavities routed to accomadate PAF style pickup. Is this true
HEY GUYS!
ReplyDeleteI Own a Gibson SG Worn Cherry.
Serial Numbers are 9.
The Serial number is:
030060395.
Below the serial number is "Made in U.S.A."
Could this be fake or original??
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Gino from Philippines.
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Hey. I own a Gibson SG Faded.
ReplyDeleteInstead of 8 digit at the back of the peghead, it has 9.
The Serial numbers are,030060395
Below the serial number,"Made in U.S.A"
Could this be fake or original???
PLS. ANSWER.
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FROM PHILIPPINES.
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Here's a puzzle for you. The serial number on my SG Special is 501740, making it either a 1965 or 1968. However, it does NOT have P-90 pickups, it has mini-humbuckers. It does NOT have dot inlays, it has block inlays. And it has the small pickguard. "SG" is not stamped on the truss rod cover. The finish is clearly cherry if you look at the back, but looks like something brown on the front, I'm thinking because someone left it in a pawnshop window for too long and the original cherry finish faded. From the descriptions and pictures I've seen, this Special does not match what I'd expect for a 65 or 68, which is what the serial number indicates. Any ideas?
ReplyDeletehi.
ReplyDeletegot a gibson sg special limited editon. build 95. according to gibson it was a limited run exclusive for the german market. and there was only 100 of it built.
got gold hardware, pearl pickguard, 490 humbuckers and its in dark blue.
what is it worth?
greetings from germany
sebastian
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ReplyDeleteI have a Gibson SG SpecialCherry red I beleive is a 1967 model. I bought the guitar in the late 60's brand new but I can't remember the exact date. The Serial number is 096139. I want to sell. Can you give me some idea about the best way to sell this guitar? Ebay? or is there some other Vintage guitar site. I don't have an original gibson case, couldn't afford it a the time.
ulatidai have a sg gibson seriel number is 550061 can you tell me what year it is and value thank you
ReplyDeletei have sg gibson the seriel number is 550061 can you tell what year it is and value thank you
ReplyDeleteGibson SG Standard w/Gibson Bigsby Trem. Serial #898150 indicates it's a '69 but pups date '73. Has original Kluson Waffle Back tuners. What year is this guitar and what's it worth?
ReplyDeleteSG Custom cherry red serial#174298 looks like it had a tremelo once.closest i can get is early 70's anyone know more..thanks
ReplyDeleteHi SG fans! I have an 1963 SG Special, although I only figured out it's a Special because of the dot inlay. It's not for sale and it's not in perfect shape. I was just out of college when I bought it on layaway for $350 in 1993. FYI, pickguard was removed and pickups replaced by a previous owner, but the tremolo and Grover pegs are original. The neck is still straight. It says Gibson and has a very low number on the back, although I can't tell you exactly 'cuz I'm overseas and it's in storage (with A/C, don't worry).
ReplyDeleteMy question is about the one I didn't buy: a later model SG, I think '69, that was $450 and therefore too expensive at the time. I can't find any info about the vine inlay on late '60s SGs. One day I'd like to own one, it was so pretty. Can anybody help me, please?
Thanks and keep rockin'!
Sorry, correction. FYI without looking, I think it is the double humbuckers that are original and the whammy bar was what was replaced. I've been overseas 5 years so I can't remember all the details.
ReplyDeleteHey i just bought a gibson sg today. i believe its a gibson sg special but im honestly not sure. its got a blue metallic color to it and there is a dot inlay on the 5th fret and two dot inlays on the 12th fret. the serial number is 010780592
ReplyDeletei have no idea if this is a gibson sg special so could someone help me out.
all i know is it sounds great!
Hello...I am looking at purchasing a Vintage 1974 Gibson SG Special. The serial number is 114852. The pots are 1377401. Can you give me more information on this guitar and tell me the approximate value? Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI have an sg 68 standard given to me by my brother a few years ago. His stroke has ceased our playing days and with his permission i am willing to sell. It has a neck repair but other than that looks standard. I can send you pics if you are interested? Cheers, Scott.
ReplyDeleteHi it`s Scott again. The serial number 896665. In cherry.
ReplyDeleteHi,
ReplyDeleteVery interesting blog. Posted this on the SG standard page, but noticed this one has more activity...sorry for the overlap. I am thinking about buying what I think is a 73 SG standard (serial number 056539). Can anyone confirm that this is in fact a 73? Also, what is the approximate price range for this guitar? The one I am looking at has had no repairs, but has a few dings and scratches.
Thanks,
IK
I have a black on black SG with silver humbuckers black neck ebony fretboard and gibson delux tuners. Block inlays including the first fret. white neck binding and double white pinstripe around he pickguard. Also the output is on the side of the body instead of the top. sounds amazing. serial number 81534502. I love it and want to know more about it.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking to buy a Gibson SG 72 for my boyfriend as a gift for our upcoming wedding. He's mentioned in the past that this is his favourite guitar. Unfortunately I'm completely naive re. what's authentic and of good value and I'm rather afraid of getting ripped off. Does anyone know a reputable place I can find one within the next month, or offer any assistance in buying one? Thanks very much!
ReplyDeleteHi,
ReplyDeleteI have a (supposedly) 1971 Sg Special. The color is white (well, nore it's more like cream). The tailpiece and one of the pots are not original. Aside from the usual dings and chips, how much would that decrease the value? Also, I can't see the serial number because I assume that the previous owner ovesprayed it. Any info is appreciated. Thanks
Hi, just found this most interesting blog. I have what I think is a 1976 SG Special (at least it looks like the one in the 1976 Gibson catalogue on everythingsg.com): mother-of-pearl block inlays (including one at the 1st fret, which seems quite rare), plain headstock except for pearl Gibson logo, plain truss rod cover, small scratchplate, brass nut, very narrow neck, only 40mm at the nut, it originally had black mini-humbuckers and witches' hat knobs with steel pointers underneath, serial 114954, 'made in USA' stamped underneath.
ReplyDeleteI bought it as a student, way back in 1980, for GBP 225 second-hand and I think the shop owner said it was a '74 model but I've never seen another one quite like it. It came with the black plastic angular case with red plush lining and had a cherry finish that's long since faded to brown.
I'm less interested in what it's worth, for several reasons: soon after I got it I changed the pickups and put normal humbuckers in [yes, I chiseled the cavities out to make them fit. OK, I was young and foolish, but I really didn't like the sound from those pups, they squealed like anything with hi-gain amps and the humbuckers gave me just the sound I wanted], I swapped the witches' hats for pillbox type knobs that I thought looked less old-fashioned, also the headstock got broken in about 1988/9; it's been repaired but you can see the mend and the refinish wasn't too good either, so from a resale point of view it's neither original nor in great shape, but I love it dearly and it's the last guitar I would sell if forced by circumstances.
What I'd really like to know is when (and where) was it made?
I have a SG Deluxe with a serial # of 899227. Wanted to know if anyone knew the year of this model and any history attached to it. Thanks, Jon
ReplyDeleteI have a gibson sg with serial number 551225. It has chrome hardware pearl rectangular inserts in frets and pick gaurd below pickups only. What year is this and what is it worth?
ReplyDeleteI have to repaint my ex-white sg standard 1969.
ReplyDeleteI like the cherry colour, but you suggest cherry or white?
I have a SG #754358. When was it made.
ReplyDeleteHi. I bought an SG as a bit of a project to do up but I dont really know much about it. The serial number is 8233960. Its not got a scratch plate, would it affect the value if I was to put one on and repair the finish? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi. I bought an SG as a bit of a project to do up but I dont really know much about it. The serial number is 8233960. Its not got a scratch plate, would it affect the value if I was to put one on and repair the finish? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI have, what I think is a Gibson SG special up on ebay right now. I think I have all of the information correct, but anyone who can look and confirm would be greatly appreciated:
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I have been building and playing guitars for a long time. Years ago when still naive, I was talked into buying an SG pro while visiting a store in new York. It didn't take long to figure out it was the black sheep of the SG family. Whacky neck set that never felt right and atrocious routing job that removed half the mahogany of the body, 80% of the structural integrity and a lot of the tone. I sold it soon after.
ReplyDeleteRecently someone gave me the same model that had been sitting n their closet for 25 years, neck joint failed and poorly repaired and just a reminder to him of a similar store experience. he just wanted it gone!
I decided to see what it would take to make this into a great guitar by reverse engineering it.The steps taken were:
1.Glue up all cracks properly
2.Plug all routed/drilled holes including the control cavity and poorly placed bridge and added stop tail piece holes
3. remove neck from body
4.Thickness sand body removing 1/8" off the top
5.Glue 3/16" mahogany cap on top body surface both for cosmetic and structural reinforcement
6.Reset the neck, losing half the height at the end of the extension and angling back about 2 degrees
7.blending the mahogany cap into the existing carved edges of the body
8.blending the new neck heel into the body in the tradition of SG's at the time
9.routing cavities for humbuckers without excess
10.control cavity routed from back of guitar as in most SG's
11.refretting and finally...
10.refinishing which is where I am at now
The guitar feels fantastic. The neck is excellent. It had some issues at the very end of the board from its original fret job but they were minimal. I have cut a 5 ply b/w/b pickguard of the small variety and will try both a set of the fralin P-92's and ironically the early Tokai PAF 57's which I have. An insane amount of work but it shows that sometimes the wrong people are put in charge of production and dumb thing happen. Not the guitars fault, blame 'the man'.
I get to play lots of vintage stuff and this is a great SG.
Reverse engineering can take a clunker and make it a classic!
I just got an SG with the serial #966301 it has been refinished black it has a bound fretboard with dot inlays it also has a tremelo but the strings have been wrapped around the bridge like a badass type bridge. Anybody know what year this guitar is ? I got it in trade for a Jackson I never played.
ReplyDeleteI have a Gibson SG Serial no. 552179. I was told it's either a 65 or 66 from someone at Gibson. Can anyone tell me exactly what year it is ?? It's cherry color with 2large humbuckers and a bigsby with trapizodal inlays on the fret board.
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Mine is serial number 137053. What year?
ReplyDeleteIt has two white double-type pick-ups. What are they? I'll put up a photo at: http://auctioneinstein.com/sgpickups.jpg
I thought they were original and have seen them on other SG's. It has the reddish brown woodgrain finish. Is that walnut?
Hey, I have an all origanal 1961 Gibson SG(lesPaul) Special. I is in about a seven out of ten condition and plays and sounds great. I was thinking about selling and wanted to know a fair price now a days. It is 12-12-08 right now.
ReplyDeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteI have a Gibson SG, with the smaller pickgurad...serial number 520908. Anyone know what year it may be? Thanks!
Does this 1965 Gibson SG Special look original? The bridge and pups look to be aftermarket but I could be mistaken? Cheers
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Does this 1965 Gibson SG Special look original? The bridge and pups look to be aftermarket but I could be mistaken? Cheers
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Hi,
ReplyDeleteI just bought a an SG special on ebay, that seller claims is a 69 based on dates on pots, serial # is 88464, which I think is a 67, the o and the b are open, and I think that may predate 1968. Any thoughts
Correction on 67 or 69 serial #
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I have 2 gibson solid body electric guitars that I am looking for advice on the approximate values.
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Gibson SG Celebrity Series Limited Edition. Serial # 92181433, I think this guitar was built around '88. It is Black with Gold Pick-ups and hardware, a black ebony neck with mother of pearl inlays on the fret board. I have the original case and I would say it is in Verry Good condition.
Next up:
Not sure if this is the right forum to ask about this one, but here goes.
Is a Gibson guitar from the late 50's- early 60's I would guess.....It looks like a miniture version of a Les Paul, I mean it is sized for a child (or a very small person). I think someone told me it was a Gibson Junior, does that ring any bells? The serial # on this one is 0 3033.
Is has a sunburst finish with a rosewood neck. Case is included. It is in good condition.
I have a Gibson SG Special Serial Number 139268 can you please tell me the date.
ReplyDeleteI have a SG Special with Gibson bigsby tremelo Block inlays black mini humbuckers Serial # 139268
ReplyDeleteMade in USA stamped in the back of the head stock can you tell me what the year is? Cherry finish.
Confused...back about 78 I purchased a badly damaged gibson SG. Friend says serial# indicates 66 model. Fret board has dots, has full pick guard and an ebony block on the tail pc. Whats up with this?
ReplyDeleteI bought myself an SG Special in early 1973, circa 71-73, S/N 890306. How can I learn more about it?
ReplyDeleteI have a Gibson SG Special purchased 8 June 1965. It's red, with dot inlays, a plain rod cover, nickel hardware, small pickguard, no whammy bar and P90s.
ReplyDeleteSerial number is 300596. Is there any way to tell the actual date and place of manufacture? I know in 1965, changes were made to the SG Specials, and I'd really like to know the date it was made.
I have a 71ish SG that I bought used about 20years ago. SN 770289. Can you tell me the year definitively? It has a chrome humbucker in the neck position but has a black humbucker at the bridge that has 2 silver bars across instead of screwheads, it has Grover tuneheads but I can see the outline of the original hardware in the varnish of the head. Also, this SG has 1 tophat type tone and 1 tophat type volume control with 2 two position slide switches. It is mahogany finished. I would like to restore the original hardware and humbuckers. Can you tell me more about this guitar and what it should have?
ReplyDeleteI have a 1969 Gibson SG that I purchased in the 1990s at mint condition in Houston at Rockin Robin's. It took a spill and cracked the headstock. It was professionally reset by the gibson guitar tech at Rockin Robin's and still plays fine and holds tune. Did I kill all of the resale value?
ReplyDeleteconfused...I purchased a badly damaged Gibson SG back in the mid 70's. It has dot inlays on the neck, large pick plate, two double humbucker style pu and has an ebony block on back bridge. sr# indicates 1966 but pots are 1969. Original owner stated he ordered it special from Gibson, cant find him now. What are your thoughts?
ReplyDeletei have what i think is a 1974 SG
ReplyDeleteit has the bigsby style tremolo and two p-90 pickups and dot fretboard inlays
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ReplyDeleteI own a 68 SG custom with maestro vibrato #835253. Guitar is rough, think Stevie Ray Vaughn Lenny, but plays nice and all original missing the Tremolo arm. No prior damage, neck is well seated, no repairs. Has hada few holes drileed in headstock for a slide retainer. Any ideas or comments on value ? Does anyone have a tremolo arm?
Thanks
I have a Black,SG Special, three Knobs, no pickguard...serial # 81784525 (made in USA stamped below serial number)...in excellent condition..what year is this SG Special and what would its worth be?
ReplyDeleteI have a Gibson SG, I think it's a 1972 Deluxe. #614488 Made in USA, chrome pickups embosed with Gibson, bixby, triangle shaped pickup guard and separate half-moon guard around the tone/volume knobs, cherry finish, rectangular pearl inlays, headstock with Gibson at the top and a crown in the center, machine heads with Gibson on the back. What do you think? What's it worth? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi Guys,
ReplyDeleteWas just wondering if someone could confirm that my SG is a Special. Serial number is 499343 with 'Made in USA' stamped on the head, 'Gibson Deluxe' on the machine heads, rectangular pearl neck inlays, plain black plastic nut cover, plain black pick guard (small lower only), perhaps a three-piece neck(?), black plastic enclosed pickups, cherry red finish and I picked it up in 1975. She's a bit battered and faded, but still loved.
Thanks in advance.
Nick in the UK.
hi,
ReplyDeletei have a 66' Pelham Blue SG Melody Maker with all original parts working and in pretty good condition. i am the original owner, do you know a ball park idea of its value?
thank you
I've got an sg special (soap box pick ups, dot inlays, pearl gibson) w/ a small pick guard and Klusen Deluxe tuning pegs s/n 503885 w/the letter "B" above the s/n.
ReplyDeleteCan anybody give me any info?
mfg date/ ballpark value? It's all original. The pick guard has lifted a bit on the outside edge and it has a 2" gouge just through the finish below the vol/tone dials.
I have an SG Custom Shop edition which was given to me. The serial numbers are as follows:92323542. I would like to find out its worth. Its green with a white pick-guard. If anyone has any info, I would appreciate it. thanks
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Hello all. I have a Sg with small pick guard, trapazoid inlays, soapbar pickups. Ser number is 509597. It has the tunomatic bridge. I paid 250 dollars for it back in 1991. Can anyone tell me the production date . Thank u--------- Len
ReplyDeleteHi, I inherited a vintage SG from my father who purchased it in the 60's. He's not sure when, and i've been having trouble trying to date it, and get a value on it. Serial#263633, is white, with dot inlays, 2 p-90 pickups, nothing else to go by. Headstock says gibson, but no crown, and truss cover looks original but has no writing on it (plain black). I play it. It shows a little wear, but not much for being 40years old. My Dad also said he had a Bigsby tremolo installed right after he bought it. So, i'm sure that declines value some. But, any help would be great! Love this guitar, plays very nice...even with a Bigsby.
ReplyDeleteI have a 1965 Gibson SG Jr that needs restored. The neck and body is in great shape, it just needs to be repainted. There's no visible serial number on it that I could find, but the pots in it are 1965 based on the serial numbers on them. Where would the serial number be on the guitar?
ReplyDeleteThanks!
I am a small girl with small hands. What year SG has the narrowest nut width possible, thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi guys, I have a 77 sg standard with a gibson/bigsby vibrato. My problem is that the string stud on the high e srting is broken about halfway off.I can still keep the string on but I have to double wrap it around the string bar. Any way to fix this or should I just try and find an original replacement. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteGoing through some old stuff from my Dad I found a 1961 melody maker.. I looks like there have been a few mods to it and is in good shape. It has a serial number 36086 on the top back of the head.. I was just wondering if anyone knows where I may find out the year it belongs to.
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ReplyDeleteI have a 1960 melody maker with a number on the back. 36086 is on the back. It was my Dad and not to sure how long he has had it. It's been a few years now that I have had it but not sure if I want to keep it.. I was wondering if anyone could tell me about what yr it was made. It looks like thee been some work to it but not to much into Guitars so I really don't know much about them.Maybe someone can help me out.thank you in advance.
Randy
I have a 84 Gibson SG special with one bridge pickup ,One tone one volume knob no pickguard ,rosewood fretboard, back of neck is painted gloss black like the rest of the guitar. I bought it new.Haven't changed anything.Its a no frills guitar.Anybody know some history? Haven't seen another like it. Also its stamped SCND so its a factory second. Also what Value of course. Thanks for any imfo.
ReplyDeleteCan someone email me the year (if possible to know) and possible prices on a Gibson SG with the word Deluxe on the tuning pegs and it's in good to great condition with no modifications.
ReplyDelete952176 is the Serial and under it is stamped MADE IN USA under the serial.
Can someone email me the year (if possible to know) on a Gibson SG with the word Deluxe on the tuning pegs and it's in good to great condition.
ReplyDelete952176 is the serial and it has no modifications. Stamped MADE IN USA under the number.
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serial# 82102041 SG Special Black single humbucker at bridge wrap-around tailpiece/bridge 1 volume 1 tone knob
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just wondering aprox. value
Thanx
Freekinvinnie
Hey,
ReplyDeleteI have a, what is according to Gibson's SN data sheet ( http://www.gibson.com/Files/downloads/bluebook/GibsonSERIALNUMBERS.pdf ), a '70, '71 or '72 SG Standard. It is dark cherry, has a large pickgaurd that surrounds both chrome covered humbucking pickups and appears to be skinny at the nut and rather thick back to the neck (when compared against modern SG's). The Serial number from this guitar is 922634 and was just wondering if the date on it could be narrowed down.
Thanks, John.
I own a Pete Townshend Gibson SG, a replica of the Live at Leeds Concert. There were 250 made..the first 10 were Pete Townshend's personal guitars. I own #2. I met Pete Townshend years ago and he told me that I have the most valuable because his son owns #1 and that will never go into circulation. It signed by Pete, the back of the neck says "PTP 002" which means Pete Townshend's personal does any know how much this is worth?
ReplyDeleteHowdy everyone...I just have one question...I recently found a 1968 gibson SG Special all original with p-90 pickups and all, with the serial number 870185...it is in complete operating condition and plays great...it has only had one major repair in the headstock which was done about 20 years ago and hasn't been messed with sense due to a quality repair job...I feel like this guitar is going to be sold fast and want to act, but my question is does anyone feel that $890 is too much? And also, is the Special that much of a downgrade from the Standard if its really from the 60's? Remember, this is the REAL DEAL vintage guitar...it has ware, but thats okay with me so long as everything checks out and works fine...also, do you think this will go up in value over time? its also an investment thing for me as well...Thanks so much, and PLEASE ANYONE can answer this post! I want to get it tomorrow if reasonable deal!!
ReplyDeleteHey everyone, I was wondering if someone could tell me the price range for a 1962 Gibson SG Special (serial number 98541) with the exact body of a 1963. I have the original hardware, but I did replace the tuning pegs, the volume and tone knobs, the top of the pickup selecto switch and I added straplocks.
ReplyDeletehi, i have an '82 left handed sg standard, all original, played but not abused, never repaired. It has the fold out "peg-winder" tuning pegs and is polaris white(polar white?)
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I have a Gibson SG and i believe its a 64 junior but im not for sure. The serial number is 356278, could anybody help me find out the year and style for sure and the value. Its all original except for the tuners.
ReplyDeleteA friend is selling a MINT Gibson SG Special '68 in cherry finish. My friend still has the original bill of sale, and the original case. This guitar probably doesn't have 20 hours playing time on it - seriously. Any idea on what to ask for a selling price? My friend is in need of cash, as his health is bad.
ReplyDeletehello, I have a 1962 SG Special, serial #21378. I bought it used in 1974. Unfortunately, at the time I refinished it and replaced the PUs with Humbuckers and replaced the tuners with grovers. I've since refinished it yet again and have replaced the bridge with a tune-a-matic with added fine tuners. The finish is very professional looking, many hand rubbed coats, but alas not the original. It has a crack in where the head meets the neck, but doesn't seem to affect anything. Would it be worth more if I tried to restore the original finish and hardware? What might it be worth as is?
ReplyDeleteMany years ago I saw an article about Les Paul and Mary Ford. She was holding a '61 White Sg Custom with a Mary Ford name plate on it. One of a kind no doubt. Any idea of value and if its still around. Also I saw a supposed one of a kind sunburst '62 SG Standard in a magazine. Cool stuff. Gibson Painting department experiment I guess.
ReplyDeleteI sold my 61 LP/SG Custom in '92 or $3000. I still have a nice '62 SG Special and '62 SG Jr.
I own a gibson sg. I bought it second hand in 1985.The bill of the shop says it is a gibson sg special serial nr 391829.The color is wine red.
ReplyDeleteBecause the first digit of nr is unreadable (.91829) I’m not sure about the nr. Or the model.
The number is impressed into the headstock. The words “made in usa” are NOT on the headstock. No further inlays or text on the headstock.
No neck ore headstock binding. The neck has block inlays.
It has a small pickguard, a tune o matic bridge, 2 black gibson minihumbuckers, and black barrel knobs, The jack is at the front of the guitar.
The tuners (now these are shallers) are not original as is the bridge. Further is the head repaired (it has been broken) and it has a few nasty holes in the body from a “split pickup experiment” in a dark period of it’s youth. :-(
I wonder what the model and the year of this sg is. And what its value might be.?
Ps. I’m not planning to sell it, because it is the best sounding and playable guitar I own.
tnanks
Richpil
Ich besitze eine SG-Standard "1968" with "LYRA"-Gravur and two Humbuckers with "Gibson"-Cursiv-Gravur.
ReplyDeleteIn de neck the Ser.-No.: 95 5559 - Cherry-red, excellent, Orig. with Tremolo. - Without "Made in USA"
on the headstock, the serial number refers to 1968?
Cheers, George (Germany)
i have a sg gibson with serial#39118 is this a 61? it has dot inlays ,dual humbucker pickups, batwing pick cover and name plate with nothing written on it. standard or special?
ReplyDeleteHi, i am from poland, i have gibson The "SG" 1979
ReplyDeleteit's heare somebody who know any informations about this guitar, sorry for my eanglish :)
Hey guys I have a SG Serial # 269291 its in mint condition Can you tell me the year and approximate value
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I have a sg special #71263 I have owned it since the early 80s. its in good shape . Id say c to b- what year and about how much is it worth
ReplyDeletehey,
ReplyDeletei have sg special from -68 srn:841501/potnr:1376929.
my question is? is it a 68 or 69?
isnt the guitar made before they put in the pots?
I have a Gibson 1971 SG Special (I believe) SN 738374, it has original Gibson mini pickups and original Gibon hard shell case.
ReplyDeleteAny idea on the value?
Bob from Wisconsin
Thinking of buying a guitar - Gibson SG junior cherry red serial no #6284 - seller claims it is a 1969 SG junior....does that serial number match up to year?
ReplyDeleteI have a '61 SG Special (97178). Body is 1/4" thinner due to some long ago PO that had at the body with a belt sander. Modern tuners. Original P90s, switch, pots, caps, solder, pick guard, knobs. Neck binding 90% complete. Modern tune-o-matic and tailpiece (extra holes drilled to accomodate). Repaired Damage to top where jack was ripped out (again - PO damage). Polyurethane finish.
ReplyDeleteLooks great now, plays great. Basically an original mutt. Can you value it?
Thanks
Rick
I have a 79 Gibson SG cherry color. 2 pick-ups, Serial No. 72369534, nice guitar but I noticed from looking at photos of other SG`s that most `jacks` where the lead plugs in , is on the top with the knobs, mine is on the `edge` of the guitar, on its own. Is this normal. What would the value of this guitar roughly be. thanks,
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ReplyDeleteI just bought a 1984 sg special (81704540). Why can I find almost nothing on the 84's. It's black, 2 open humbuckers, no pickguard. I think its called tabacco sunburst? It's in perfect shape without a scratch on it. I paid 1,250. Did I get a good deal? I know not to ask the same questions as everyone else, but there's no blue book value at the top of the page for 84 special's. Thanks everyone,
Jason
Hi, I recently purchased a 1984 SG, serial No - 81784512, I was initially told that the guitar was originally produced as an SG junior and possibly modified at a later date, it has 2 pick-ups and 3 control knobs (2 on the body and 1 on the scratchplate), I susequently received an Email suggesting that the guitar could have been an original factory produced model, can anybody shed any light on the guitars' history, Cheers Brian.
ReplyDeleteis there a possibility to know the model of an SG guitar where when we made repainting on it, the serial number were covered? we repainted my sons SG guitar, unfortunately the serial number were covered!
ReplyDeleteHi i have 71 SG Special ser.#639624 Made in USA all original Gibson Bigsby bar,Grover tuners,Gibson embossed pickup covers.Pot# 1377151 original square case with gibson logo on it.Over all in exelant condition.How much is worth? Robert Thanks
ReplyDeleteHi I have 1971 SG all original even case, Gibson embossed pickups Gibson Bigsby bar, serial#639624 Made in USA Pots#1377151 Grover tuners.How much is worth? Robert Thanks
ReplyDeleteHi trying to find worth of my 1971 SG serial#639624 pots#1377151 in mint condition everything original even case.Thanks for input.Robert
ReplyDeleteI am debating about buying a 65 SG special. The serial number is 555641. The guitar has been refinished to and the pickups were changed somewhere along the line to different p-90's. Everything else seems to be original. I am wondering roughly what a value would be for this. I have read through most of the posts and never really saw anything that could help me much. Any insight would be greatly appreciated!
ReplyDeletehey guys,
ReplyDeletei recently acquired what i believe is a 68/69 sg custom. i also got a vintage vox amp (bought with the guitar new) a fender, and nu wa fuzz pedals. the guitar included the original price tag ($580),a warranty card, seal of approval, and a "diamond jubilee card celabrating 75 years of gibson. serial # is 910463.
three gold humbuckers
two tone knobs
two volume knobs
three way switch
gold vibrola tailpiece
the guitar is in good shape, the only thing i had to get fixed was the trim on the neck. the original was peeling off. any info on pricing, and /or general comments would be much appreciated :]
Hi ppl
ReplyDeleteI'm trying to find the age of my Gibson sg, serial # 510805 is stamped in the back of the headstock it does not have the Made in USA stamp, has the small pickguard no trem could not find any numbers on the rear of the pots with nicol humbuckers and rectangle inlays the neck joint is behind the 18 fret and it is cherry in colour and as far as i know it is all original and plays sweetly. any help would be appreciated
Thanks
David from Oz
i'm from italy proud to play a (i think) 67 sg special sherry red p90 sn 870621.
ReplyDeleteI've replaced the bridge to stay in tune with a schaller (like iommi) but it looks not very well. The answer is: What kind of strings are in tune with the original vibrato bridge? The g string seems to be bigger then a regular one? thanks
I'm looking at buying a used SG s/n 676769 It's a light brown color with the small pick guard and the knobs mounted in a cover on the front, It is also a stereo guitar, with two cord jacks, Is this a desirable guitar? It had a bigsby tremelo at one time but has since been replaced with a regular tail stop,
ReplyDeleteThanks for any info you may have.
Mike
Looking for some help! My father passed away recently and left a Gibson guitar with a serial number 632362 with "Made In the USA" underneath it. Any idea what type of guitar this is as well as what it year it was produced, and what it might be worth? It appears to be in very good condition with virtually no signs of use/wear. Any other information you think may be helpful is much appreciated.
ReplyDeleteThanks in advance,
Luke in California
i bought an 82 epiphone special with two humbuckers for six hundred, good condition, made in USA, is it worth it
ReplyDeletehi i just got a white sg with the number on the head stock is 516460 can u tell me the age and the value cheers
ReplyDeleteI have a late 60's Gibson SG Standard. Serial number is 902646. It doesn't appear on any charts that I've found so far. It's missing the tremolo arm and the cover over the neck adjustment nut on the head of the instrument. Color is walnut. Amazingly, after sitting in my attic for years, it was still in tune and the action great.
ReplyDeleteThe back is scratched up from belt buckles. Otherwise still decent looking and very playable. Looks like the Angus Young model.
I am the original owner. It was bought at Manny's in New York approximately 1968. I was still in High School.
What can you tell me about the value of this instrument? What does the serial number tell you about the manufacture date?
HI, I am looking at the possibility of purchasing a 1966 SG Special. I have doubts about only one issue: Serial No. 550579 is stamped in ink on the back of the headstock. Pot codes appear correct for '66, but I would have expected the neck to be impressed with the SN. Is this a 1966 SG Special? What is it worth in January 2010? Thanks
ReplyDeleteI have a 1987 SG Special. The guitar was used and abused before I got it, but it is a solid player and all there. The finish is pretty beat up, is there any good reason to leave it be or should I refinish it and make it pretty again? I have no intention on selling anytime soon but i'd like to keep whatever value it has intact. Any suggestions?
ReplyDeleteI played a 1966 Gibson SG Special in a guitar shop recently and the feel of the neck made an impression on me. Best guitar I've ever laid my hands on. Since then I've been doing research trying to find something newer but with the same shape... any recommendations? What changes in the neck shape has this model had over the years? Would it be considered something like a '61 slim taper neck or the '62 more rounded version?
ReplyDeleteMy father gave me what appears to be an SG Special Sn 520929. The finish is cherry with some small dings here and there. I think it is a 1965 or 1968 but my father thinks he bought it from the original owner in 1955-1957 timeframe. It has a Maestro Tremolo that is mediam in size. It has the small pick guard. He thinks it is a Les Paul Special even though it does not say Les Paul on it anywhere. Any idea what it really is and what it might be worth?
ReplyDeleteI have a 1964 Gibson SG Special, cherry red with P90 pickups. I've researched the serial number and know it's a 1964. I found your website today and loved it. I was hoping I could get an approximate value for this guitar from you. I have an idea and have looked on ebay but I would like your input if you don't mind.
ReplyDeleteThanks,
Joe
PS: I also have an old Gibson pickup with the embossed logo on the cover. The screws underneath are the slot type instead of the Phillips variety. Do have any idea how old it is and what it is worth?
Hi,
ReplyDeleteSomeone is offering me an SG Special, serial number 907063, one piece neck, no made in USA, back of the headstock seems to have no finish left (sanded off?),one pot reads 1346806 ba867 500k. Or should it be 137 instead of 134...? It has three original pots, one was replaced. Can you tell me from what year this guitar is, 1969 or..? Thanks!
I have a Gibson SG Standard, not sure what year (maybe early 60's) Cherry wood finish with a few minor nicks and scratches on the body. 2 Humbucker pickups. serial number 98074. Can you tell me what it is worth? I can be contacted at knightslance@yahoo.com My name is David
ReplyDeleteI have a 1970 SG Std, small volute, 3-piece neck, electrics looks all original, but underneath the guard it's routed for 3 pickups (bathtub route, but 3 pickup spaces). Is this original?
ReplyDeleteI have an all original SG Standard Trapezoid inlays. Can you tell me what year it is and what sort of pickups came with it?
ReplyDelete#417655. Thank You
Hey, i have an sg lll that i think is between a 71' and 73' but was wondering were i could find a more specific date. The serial is 123967. Any idea what these bring?
ReplyDeleteThanks !
Guys, I'm about to buy a Gibson SG Serial #738406. The seller tells me it's from 1970, and I think it's 72. Can someone help me? There's a big difference of money between a 70 and a 72. Thanx.
ReplyDeleteHi
ReplyDeleteI have been collecting Gibson guitars for over 10 years, I have a few now, but there is one guitar that I have that is a mystery to me.
It is a 70s Gibson SG,
It has a gloss finish mahogany, Same body shape as my other 74 SG Standard. It has a thin there piece neck that is unbound, it has a neck a volute. It has a rosewood fret board, nice grain in it and with block inlays. Has the same headstock shape as my other SG Standard, but this one douse not have the thistle logo on the headstock, just has the Gibson mop script on th headstock face, plain black truss rod cover. On back of the headstock is the serial number 173776 with made in USA under the number. It has vintage speed knobs with pointers, The pot codes date to 36 week of 1973.
The mystery with this SG is that came with factory equipped mini humbuckers! they both have patent stickers on the bottom, wirring looks original, I have never seen any were an SG with block inlays and original mini hums, I have a SG 90 with mini hum, I know that they als came in the SG 100 and the SG Deluxe. but this SG Standard is a mystery to me. Some one said that 73 SG Special had mini hums and block inlays, is this correct, is it a rare model?
I will appreciate any help and all feedback with this guitar. what would be aprox value, in good condition little wear?
Thank you
Philip
Hi, I have what I believe to be an SG Special '74-'75. Serial number is 105559, stamped into back of head, along with Made in USA. It has rectangular inlays, no 'crown' inlay under the Gibson logo, small black pick guard with what I think are black 'mini humbuckers' not soap bars. Finish is a beautifully faded cherry, all original as far as I can tell.
ReplyDeleteQuestion is the Serial Number info I have found conflicts, it could be '63-'67, or '74-'75, can anyone help me decide which year it is?
Hi all you Gibson guys,
ReplyDeleteCan you let me know an e-mail address to which I can send some pictures of a Gibson SG, white Les Paul Special believed to be a 1967 vintage made in Kalamazoo.
I would like to have a valuation for insurance purposes
Replies please to Ian Johnston at
livijohn@aol.com
Hi all,
ReplyDeleteI have what I believe is a 1967 white SG Les Paul Special complete with gold fittings.
Can anyone let me know of an e-mail address to which I can send pictures in the hope of having a valuation for insurance purposes.
Replies if necessary can be sent to
livijohn@aol.com
Thanks,
Ian from Scotland
I inherited a circa 1968 Gibson Melody Maker in Pelham Blue, headstock #940651, with original scratchplate, pegs, knobs, and whammy bar. Some cracks in the neck; finish is a little rough (scratches on the back, but front is cleaner). I'm not really a guitarist, so that's about the entirety of what I know about it! Any thoughts as to a general range of what it might be worth?
ReplyDeleteMany thanks.
any help here would be appreciated:
ReplyDeletebrown SG Standard ( i believe )
body/neck structure is sound -
not all original hardware - use to have tremolo with trapezoid - replaced with stop tailpiece and has been modded - coil tap and phase switches - 2 in pick guard and 2 in body between toggle and volume / tone
neck pick up original (cover removed)
bridge pickup replaced with dimarzio
serial number 300001 / Made in America on back of headstock
mid 60's or 74-75?
I'm just trying to verify that my 1971 sg deluxe is just that. Serial number is 634518
ReplyDeleteI have a 1965 Gibson SG Junior electric guitar serial number 273984. I have owned it since 1973. It was modified in the 1980's at my request by guitar builder Tony Hunt of North Little Rock. A second P-90 "dog ear" pickup was added at the fingerboard position, a toggle switch added, and a new pickguard cut (rather poorly, which surprised me, considering Hunt's reputation) to accommodate the additional pickup. The bridge is a Leo Quan "Badass" which I installed sometime in the 1980's. I may still have the original stop tailpiece, but for the life of me I can't find it. Action is perfect. Very fast with no buzzes. Frets have never been touched that I know of, yet are in very good shape with just a little pitting on a couple of frets. The guitar is in good, playable shape with everything functioning as it should. There are some scratches and dings, but overall, I'd say it's normal wear and tear for an instrument that has been played regularly for at least 37 years. When I had the second pickup installed, I had no idea that the guitar would someday be worth a good chunk of dough. I just wanted a greater range of sound that I was able to get with the single bridge pickup. I enjoy the clean Les Paul-like sound of both pickups in phase. Of course, the original Junior sound can still be attained at the #3 switch position. I think it's a way better guitar than if I had left it alone, but I also know it's probably worth way less. What do you think?
ReplyDeleteI used to own a 1963 SG Special (#125047). It got stolen in 1981 from my friend's apartment while we were in college. I wish I still had it.
ReplyDeleteHi,
ReplyDeleteI have what appears to be an 83 SG special. Gibson headstock, but maple/poplar combo. Odd thing is it's silver? Original factory color, now going greenish. I've never seen a silver one (not a burst) Any info on silver specials?
Hello there, I have a SG Firebrand with serial no 73479638. It has "SG Firebrand" on the truss rod cover not "The SG". It has all original fittings and is in pretty good nick. Any idea on value?
ReplyDeleteMany Thanks
Andy in England
Wow - this site is the best !
ReplyDeleteMy turn: was told this is a '72 SG Special
- S/N 770919
- mahogany
- black mini humbuckers (screws offset top and bottom)
- tuners say 'Gibson Deluxe'
- bought it in '74 and haven't changed it at all
- what's a bigsby look like ?
Is this a '72 SG Special ?
-greg
what is the year my sg produced?? the serial no is 186176..it have ebony fretboard,humbuckers pickups,block inlays,and a gibson factory bigsby..please tell me..
ReplyDeletethank you..
i found a 1980 sg with with gold hardware and 3 pick up's and a Vibrola tremolo. it has 1 Tone and 3 Volume controls i belive. It has a 3 way switch and a 2 way rocker switch. no pick guard and it is a wood color.
ReplyDeletei cant find any info on a gibson made in 1980 like that, and i only found one gibson that had the 3 way switch and a 2 way rocker switch . dose this sound like a fake?
I have a 1978 gibson sg special ebony. nice. because in that time. even if it was a special, it still got chromed pickups, motherinpearl logo, and s-g written on the truss rod top
ReplyDeleteI have an early sixties model SG Standard that belonged to my dad. He bought it new, but I don't know what year. It has the small pickguard, which dates it pre-1965, but the guitar was stolen from me in 1988 by my niece who valued drugs more than her grandfather's memories. After she stole it, her and her partner gouged the serial number out, so I have no idea of the actual date. My dad and I took guitar lessons together in 1964, so I will keep this in my family, but I'd still like to know all I can about this beauty. Do you have any suggestions for determining it's year? Thanks.
ReplyDeleteHey guys
ReplyDeleteI have a 79 Gibson Sg Exclusive that I bought from a friend a few years ago..Now I only payed $200 for it ,But it had some issues...Some dummy had taken a can of gaypurple spraypaint and painted everything(picgaurd,pickups,knobs,bridges and headstock..)except the fretboard...Luckily for me I am also a custom car painter by day..So I stripped her down and put an awesome liqiud flames and demons paintjob on her ...I bought some 57 classics for it and an aftermarket bridge and some sperzel tuners..
I know that this guitar is rare..I kept all the original spray painted parts...This guitar must have been rewired at some point cause there is no coil tap ability...
Also I have reason to believe that this guitar was owned by someone famous ,most likely a female..and was played "A LOT"..Because on the fretboard in "all" of the basic chord finger positions (16 th fret down)the fretboard is dug out 1/4 inch deep ,almost down to the neck wood (I can send pics to prove it)It kinda makes the fretboard look like an old mans hand ,truly unique!!!!I does not effect the playability at all..
Anyway I was just wondering what the value is custom configured like I have it,as opposed to taking it back to original and leaving the fretboard alone....
I can send all the pics u want..My paintjob is flawless and one of a kind..
Thank you for your time....
Steve from HOCKEYTOWN!!
Hi
ReplyDeleteI have what I believe to be a '61 SG Special s/n 22923 in Cherry. The guitar is in reasonable condition given the age although the back is badly scratched. Tuners are original however a previous owner appears to have replaced the bridge pickup with a P100 (doh!) I am seeking a p/u replacement from around mid 60's vintage but meantime what has this done to current value? Assuming I can source a suitable p/u what is this looking like value-wise? Thanks
Dave
UK
Hey,
ReplyDeleteHave a 1970 Gibson SG Standard, all original parts except for the toggle which i replaced. Neck is great-still a sweetie. one owner - me. Have the original yellow-gold lined hard case that it came with although it shows some wear.
Have any idea what the SG is worth?
Thanks!
Dale in Ohio
Richard from Canada
i have the signature range i brought from ebay, one of the volume knobs and one tone knob doesnt work or now ime thinjing it might be the bottom humbuck(pick up) does any one know how much it will cost to get fixed
ReplyDeleteHi
ReplyDeleteI have a 1978 SG Deluxe Eboney Gibson. It has dot neck inlays and a dot on the first fret. I've never seen one with the dot on the first fret. Any idea of what it may be worth. It plays and sounds fantastic. No cracks! Thanks rickandmusic@yahoo.com
i have a early sg with the number 914. would appreciate any info as to the value
ReplyDeletethanks btw interesting info posted here
Maggie
machinebox@hotmail.com
Hey guys, great page.
ReplyDeleteI recently came across a 1971 sg deluxe. it has block inlays, pat# pickups, gibson bigsby style trem, les paul pickguard and plastic control plate. it is in incredible shape with no dings, scratches belt buckle rash, all original pots. I also have the original rectangle gibson case with a hang tag. What are these going for these days?
Thanks
Hi ! I have a sg , i think its a special, serial number
ReplyDelete337742 . What year is it from , and what is it worth ?
its in perfect condition
Thanks !
matt
hey guys,
ReplyDeletewas hoping that one of you smart individuals could help me identify a friends guitar. He thinks it's a 69 Gibson Firebrand SG he says deluxe. I have read that that model only came out 79-83 I think. The serial # is 80261869 but the strangest thing about this guitar to me is the color,metallic green, or some similar green. It's been sitting for a few years and needs cleaned up and he's smart enough to at least have someone else do that, but would like to guestimate the value and find out just what he has.
I Just got and SG special p-90 the serial number is 940030 the bridge is missing, and the tuners need replacing, other wise it's in fair shape. What year would this nbr, be?
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Ben from Panama benignoquintero@hotmail.com
I have a 1963 wood color SG good codition I want to sell 129775 whats it worth?
ReplyDeletei have a 1986 gibson dont know much about to but the number is 83466634 can you tell me about it and how much it worth? thanks
ReplyDeletehey everyone, i was thinking about selling my gibson sg special. the serial number is 00295648, from everything i can tell that serials from 1976. Can anyone tell me a ballpark value? its in good to very good condition
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen this question asked. Is there a way to tell, from the routing of an SG's control cavity, it's era. I think they changed in 1965 or 1966 to straight edges and they started inserting the shielding then. I know the sheild won't fit in my guitar's cavity. I'm pretty sure mine's a '64.
ReplyDeleteI have an Sg that Im told is a 1957. The serial number is 900742. Is this correct and if so what version SG is it?
ReplyDeleteThink I blew my first attempt.
ReplyDeleteA friend who knows nothing about guitars pulls out an old family guitar last night.
Serial number 27685, 1961 SG Special, with Maestro side-pull. Appears 100% original and not futzed with, may clean up to a VG or VG-.
AND IT'S A TENOR. Talk about scarcity!
I'm puzzled by the Maestro, which isn't supposed to show up till '62, but we do know Gibson was not consistent about embargoing new features until their official rollout dates, so maybe some tenors, since they were special order anyway, got some a bit early?
I'm thinking Ken may have a five-figure guitar here, one of the earliest SGs fitted with a Maestro and a tenor to boot. What do you think?
iam looking at a gibson sg for sale, serial number 971169, it has vibrato&lyre on it. the tuners are not original,the name grove is on them. the wha bar is missing, it has one bigsby in the font by neck and two black hummbuckers in the rear. color is a worn brownish. any guess on the year/value.
ReplyDeleteThis was for sale: 1972 Gibson SG II! Made in the USA. All features appear to make this an SG II, but it has two stamped Patent Number humbuckers, and they appear to be factory original. Very cool. Master volume and tone controls with on/off switch for each pickup. No breaks or repairs. In very good condition for it's age with just a few light marks. Great neck. is this for real? or is it a version somneone customized early on... would this be a slim taper 60's neck? Any help would be appreciated
ReplyDeletei have a gibson sg that i've had for four years and don't know anything about it. my dad left it to me when he passed along with several other guitars so i was wondering what year mine was/ the value of it. My serial number is 896779 inmpressed on the headstock along with made in usa underneath of it.
ReplyDeleteMy wife was given a guitar way back by her grandmother. Been in the garage awhile. Turns out its a Gibson SG Custom, Walnut, serial 124290. Rectangular pearl inlays, grover tuning pegs, SG Custom plate on headstock. Im thinking 1973. I would call it good condition. Any idea of value? Have to remember to thank granny later...
ReplyDeleteHello, I just bought a 72 Gibson sg standard....Does any one know what kind of pickups they put into these guitars...Every thing on the guitar is original except for the pickups one is a dimarzio the other is a epoxy filled, but it does not have a name or any thing stamped on it ...I would like to put it back to original condition.....thanks ! Tim / Florida
ReplyDeleteI have what I think is a 1961-1969 SG Special,sn#99006. The headstock says only "Les Paul".The single pickup is nickel or chrome, not a black P-90. Were there any manufactured with this type pick up or is it a replacement?
ReplyDeleteThanks
Matt-Denver
688048 is the ser # of an old SG owned by my aunt. (MINT) It has a single pick up, the original case and manual. Any idea what it is worth? Year and model?
ReplyDeleteThanks.
Mike in FL mpg3439@aol.com
I have a 1980 Sg with side plug . why no prices for those years?
ReplyDeleteI have what I believe to be a Gibson SG Special, original with Gibson mini pickups, SN # 738374, original hardshell case. Can anyone tell me what the value of this guitar might be? I am the original owner, purchased it back in the early '70s. Thanks! RWP97@aol.com
ReplyDeleteHello Guys...Looking to purchase a natural tone 1963 SG Special serial# 124842. the guitar appears to be a closet find in excellent condition with chipboard red-lined case. Owner says he thinks the pots were change out around 1975. Ideas on value? Excellent condition with some minor buckle rash. Oh...one other thing, the tuning keys are a chrome or nickel Gibson tuners...Is this correct?
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ReplyDelete516521 serial number.
pots dated '63
1965 or 1968?
SG Special serial number 5165xx. pots dated '63.
ReplyDeleteLarge pickguard. All original.
Previous owner said he bought it in 65-66.
The back of the neck near the body is thinner and smooth.
Am I understandable? Sorry! I'm italian.
Serial number says 1965 OR 1968, but it's 65 or '68?
i have a 1968 gibson sg,,it has one p90 pu,,vibrato,,unbound neck,,BUT a pearliod gibson inlay,,,i have not seen any other sg jrs with a gibson,inlay,,they all have silkscreen,,,,what is this guitar? it appears to be a sg jr special,,??? thoughts?
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WHAT IT WORTH ??
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68 -gibson sg standard - modified for playability -
grover keys,badass bridge , 1 duncan single coil and 1 dh larwrance humbucker (i believe)
serial nbr is 529512 - good cond
guitar was made at the
Kalamazoo Plant, USA
approximately in: 1968
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Hi I have a 1967 or 1969? Gibson SG cherry color mahogany fret board. The serial number is 893603 can anyone tell me what year it really is and what the value is. Thanks
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ReplyDeleteSG SPECIAL serial number 516521.
ReplyDeleteAccording to the serial number list should be 1965 or 1968.
Gibson service says shipped 4 october 1968 but the previous owner is absolutely sure that he used the guitar in a special concert in February 1968.
He says he bought the guitar at the end of 1965 or 1966.
Large pickguard, pots dated 1963, neck width 1 5/8". The neck is quite thin near the body.
Probably a 1966?
Thank you
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Could someone please tell me what year it could be?
What colors they would have come in for that year?
Where to get replacement Gibson parts for it?
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I'm considering buying a 1978 "the SG" but it is not original...it seems to have a different bridge and pickups...other than that it is a Walnut wood and in excellent condition with no cracks,scratches or dings in the body or neck...what is the value?
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ReplyDeleteI have what I think is a 1963 SG special with the S/N 31334 stamped into the headstock. I was told the original color was pelum(?) blue, that has now faded to look almost green. Considering the color and S/N, any clues on the real mfg year and potential value?
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i'm confused on the year of my sg special...S/N is 31334 which would indicate it was made in '61. However, the paint is pelham blue which I believe they started in '63. Does anyone know if they made pelham blue guitars in '61?
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ReplyDeleteUnusual vibrola on a '63 Gibson SG special?
ReplyDeleteI'm considering buying an all original 1963 Gibson SG special but it has a vibrola that's different from the usual maestro vibrola seen on SG:s from that period. The seller says it's factory installed and to me it looks orginal.
Here's a pic:
http://muusikoiden.net/dyn/users/95332.jpg
Can anyone help me with this? What's the story with this type of vibrola? Did they use them back then, was it a special order or what?