Gibson Byrdland 1968, Natural

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Specs


Instrument	Hollow and Semi-Hollow Body
Brand	Gibson
Model	Byrdland
Finish	Natural
SKU	GE2893-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1968
Body Material	Spruce/Maple
Neck/Fingerboard	Maple/Ebony
Tuners	Original
Weight	6.6 lbs
Scale Length	23.5"
Nut Width	1.66"
Neck Profile	C
Neck Depth	0.79" - 0.98"
Radius	12"
Electronics	Original
Pickup Impedance	10.4k - 7.7k
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	N
Case	HSC
Modifications/Repairs	Grafted headstock repair, replaced pickup covers and pole pieces

Description

Named in honor and developed with the input of guitarists Billy Byrd and Hank Garland, Gibson launched the slim hollow body electric Byrdland in the mid-50s. In addition to being the first Thinline model, Billy and Hank requested a narrower 1-5/8" nut and extra short 23-1/2" scale, giving this guitar a unique feel and playing experience! Whether you're small-handed or just want to be able to pull off some unusual chord voicings, this guitar opens up some interesting possibilities. It's currently set-up with buttery flatwound strings.

This guitar has undergone a grafted headstock repair that appears stable, and it features replaced pickup covers and pole pieces. Otherwise, it remains original and plays beautifully with low action. It comes with a non-original hardshell case.

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