Solid Body

Gibson RD Artist 1979, Tobacco Sunburst

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Specs


Instrument	Solid Body
Brand	Gibson
Model	RD Artist
Finish	Tobacco Sunburst
SKU	GS8716-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1979
Body Material	Maple
Neck/Fingerboard	Maple/Ebony
Tuners	Original
Weight	9.0 lbs
Scale Length	25.75"
Nut Width	1.67"
Neck Profile	C
Neck Depth	0.81" - 0.89"
Radius	12"
Electronics	Original
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	N
Case	OHSC
Modifications/Repairs	N/A
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

Here’s a fully functional first-year RD Artist—the top-tier RD model when it debuted! This guitar brings plenty of character with moderate wear that shows it’s been played and loved. It plays beautifully, delivering that distinctive RD tone, thanks to its Moog electronics, which are still intact and ready to shine.

A true piece of Gibson history, it comes with its original hardshell case, making it a fantastic find for players and collectors alike!