Gibson LG-3 1953, Natural

$5,500.00

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Specs


Instrument	Parlor and Small Body
Brand	Gibson
Model	LG-3
Finish	Natural
SKU	GF11531-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1953
Top	Spruce
Back and Sides	Mahogany
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany/Brazilian rosewood
Bridge Material	Brazilian Rosewood
Tuners	3 on a plate
Radius	12"
Neck Profile	C
Neck Depth	1st fret-0.895" 9th fret-0.981"
Scale Length	24.75"
Nut Width	1.700"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.130"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Y
Electronics	N
Case	HSC
Modifications/Repairs	Previously, Refretted, Tuners replaced, bridge plate plugs, replaced saddle, Back center seam brace replaced. Bridge reglue. Top and Back center seam repaired. Neck reset. Braces reglued. Strap button added to side of heel.
Condition Notes	Good stable condition. Many dings and scratches thoughout. Finish worn off around pickguard and sound hole. Fretboard wear. Heavy wear first position on neck. Given all there repairs and wear the guitar sounds and plays great.

Description

This Gibson LG-3 1953, Natural has a comfortable, well-played-in feel and the seasoned character you expect from a vintage Gibson. The neck feels broken-in and familiar in the hand, with noticeable playing wear, especially in the first position. Tonally, it delivers a warm, woody, dry vintage sound with a balanced response, strong fundamentals, and impressive projection for its size. It responds beautifully to a light touch while offering a punchy, articulate voice when played more aggressively, making it a versatile instrument for fingerstyle, blues, country, and traditional acoustic playing. Overall, this LG-3 has the relaxed feel, natural responsiveness, and open, mature voice that make a well-played vintage Gibson so desirable.

For list of repairs refer to specs tab

Comes with HSC