Gibson Gibson SG Special Electric Guitar in Cherry 1974
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Preowned, very good condition with signs of use such as some dinks and surface scratches (as pictured). Comes fully setup by our in-house tech!
The 1974 Gibson SG Special is a distinctive model from Gibson’s Norlin-era production, manufactured approximately between late 1972 and 1977. Unlike earlier SG Specials fitted with traditional P-90 pickups, these models featured mini-humbuckers, giving them a unique tonal character.
Key Specifications & Features
- Pickups: Two Gibson patent-sticker mini-humbuckers, originally associated with or derived from Epiphone designs. These pickups deliver a brighter, punchier and more articulate tone than conventional full-sized humbuckers or P-90s.
- Body & Neck: Solid mahogany body paired with a three-piece mahogany neck, reflecting the construction methods of the period.
- Fingerboard & Inlays: Rosewood fingerboard with small block inlays, providing a distinctive visual detail.
- Serial Number: 399298