Gibson L-5 1957, Sunburst

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Specs


Instrument	Archtop Guitars
Brand	Gibson
Model	L-5
Finish	Sunburst
SKU	GA521-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1957
Top	Spruce
Back and Sides	Maple
Neck/Fingerboard	Maple/Ebony
Bridge Material	Brazilian Rosewood
Tuners	Original
Neck Profile	C
Neck Depth	0.92" - 1.02"
Scale Length	25.5"
Nut Width	1.66"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.08"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Y
Electronics	Unnamed Johnny Smith pickup, vintage knobs
Case	Original pink velvet lined HSC
Modifications/Repairs	Replacement pickguard with unnamed Johnny Smith pickup installed, low frets
1 9/16”	1.563”
1 5/8”	1.625”
1 11/16”	1.688”
1 3/4”	1.750”
1 7/8”	1.875”

Description

Introduced into Gibson's lineup in 1922, the L-5 was the first guitar to feature F-holes, similar in build to a cello. This particular example, one of only 11 produced in 1957, is a joy to play and remains all original except for a replacement celluloid pickguard. It has developed a beautiful patina throughout its finish from years of being played, while remaining structurally sound. With low action, it plays beautifully, effortlessly delivering classic jazz tones.Original pink velvet lined HSC included.

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