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Gibson ES-347 Ebony 1979 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar

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Here for sale we have a Gibson ES-347 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar in Ebony finish. Made in the USA in 1979, this set-neck construction guitar consists of a laminated Maple body, a Laminated Maple arched top, a Maple neck, and a 22-fret Ebony fingerboard. Other appointments include a TP6 tailpiece, original Gibson tuners, a tune-o-matic bridge, and an original set of Series VII High Output "Super Humbucking" pickups. These pickups are wired to two independent volume controls, two independent tone controls, a three-way pickup selector, and a two-way split-coil switch.

The Maple neck plays very well, with what might be described as a slim 'D' profile that sits very comfortably in the hand and offers an articulate and responsive playing experience in all registers. The Gloss finish to the rear of the neck ensures that navigation of the 24.75" scale is an effortless affair, whilst the Ebony fingerboard provides a pleasant and luxurious surface for the fingers. The 12" fingerboard radius is traditional for Gibson, and strikes the perfect balance between comfortable chord playing and practicality for lead lines and string bending. The smooth lines of the body are as comfortable in the arms as ever, whilst the semi-hollow construction produces a resonant and lively playing experience. The addition of the TP6 tailpiece allows the player to fine tune each individual string, which improves the stability of tuning when bending and really digging in.

Amplified, the pair of Series VII High Output "Super Humbucking" humbuckers work in conjunction with the semi-hollow construction to deliver the full and thick sounds that we all expect from Gibson. The guitar resonates beautifully, filling out the sound with a deep and rich character. The neck pickup is warm and round, and can handle plenty of gain meaning you can achieve anything from jazzy lines through to soaring rock and blues solo tones. The bridge pickup is hotter, driving the front end of an amp with ease and producing the bright, biting tones that cut right through the mix to put your playing front and centre. The traditional dual humbucker control layout feels very responsive, allowing you to explore a wide tonal palette right on the instrument. One of the more unique features of this guitar is the two-way split-coil switch that allows the player to choose between a humbucking or single-coil sound, expanding this guitar's versatility even further. 

Brand- Gibson

Model- ES-347

Finish- Ebony

Year- 1979

Made In- USA

Body- Laminated Maple

Neck- Maple

Neck Profile- D

Fingerboard- Ebony

Fingerboard Radius- 12"

Frets- 22

Scale Length- 24.75"

Nut Width- 1.6875"

Pickups- 2x Series VII High Output "Super Humbucking"

Controls- 2x Volume, 2x Tone, 3-way pickup selector, 2-way Split-coil switch

Luthier Report

Our ID: 106052427105

Weight: 9.45lbs  

Serial: 73099068

Aesthetic Condition:

Headstock: Overall very good condition, the top edge and top corners of the headstock demonstrate scratching and indentations which expose the wood underneath. The front face displays Light scratching, this is most notable near the G, high E and low E tuning machines. On the rear of the headstock small indentations are apparent, the most notable of these are between the A and B tuning machines and near the volute. Light scratching is present which is only visible under direct light.

Neck: Overall very good condition. Light indentations are apparent to the rear of the neck most notably on the 11th fret, these can be felt only slightly in the playing position. The binding displays discolouration, most notably on the treble side from the 15th fret to the 22nd. The fingerboard displays light scratching , most notably on the 21st fret, this can not be felt under the fingers. Finish checking is apparent on the neck joint where the neck meets the body, this is only effects the aesthetics and does not affect the structure of the instrument.

Body: Overall very good condition. All faces of the body displays light to moderate signs of scratching and indentations, the most notable indentation on the front face is between the two pickups, this can be felt under the fingers. Scratching is present around the input jack. On the back face of the body, buckle rash is present across the entire face, this does not break through the finish.

Condition of Frets:

The frets demonstrate light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is little material remaining for any light fret work the new owner may wish to perform.

Current Set Up:

Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool not included.

Hardware: Fully functional with moderate signs of use. Oxidation is present to all of the hardware, the most noticeable of these is on the pickup covers.

Structural: No concerns or issues to note.

Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.5mm - Bass 2mm

Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.

Strings on Guitar - 10-46

Due to the guitar being over 40 years old it displays the usual signs of wear that can be expected on a vintage instrument.

Electrics: 

Full working order.

Case & Accessories

Kinsman Hard Case

Excellent condition. The case displays minimal signs of past use.

Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.