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Gibson Vintage Melody Maker Sunburst Electric #83981 - Used

An early 60's Gibson Melody Maker in very good condition in the original case!

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Condition: Used, Very Good (Tuners, Bridge, and Knobs have been replaced, but includes originals)

Could play this one all day chunky - but not too chunky neck - Feels great in your hands.

Surprisingly full tone from that single coil bridge pickup.

Kind of a warm T-style tone !!!

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Gibson Melody Maker - Quick 'n' Dirty

In this video, Sound Pure Guitar Specialist Eddie Berman plays a Gibson Vintage Melody Maker Sunburst Electric #83981, with a Carr Amplifiers Sportsman 19W 1x12 Combo Amp. This gear is available for our exclusive, free demo Try Before You Buy program. Just give us a call at (919) 682-5552, or email us at guitars(at)soundpure.com. Sound Pure is an instrument and pro audio shop specializing in high-end and boutique gear. Check out our gear demos, how to videos, and gear comparisons, and then reach out to our experts to help you make an informed purchase. We're here to help you find the perfect gear for your needs.

Gibson Vintage Melody Maker Sunburst Electric #83981 - Used —Quick 'n' Dirty

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Model: Melody Maker
Serial: 83981
Year: 1962/63
Weight: 5.9 lbs
Body Material: Mahogany

Top Material

Body Finish

Color: Sunburst
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Shape: Medium
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Fingerboard Inlay: Mother of Peal Dots
Number of Frets: 22
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1 11/16"
Bridge/Tailpiece: Wrap-Over Two-Point
Tuners: Kluson Deluxe (Original 3-Plate Tuners Included)
Number of Pickups: 1

Neck Pickup

Bridge Pickup: Melody Maker Single-Coil
Controls: Volume, Tone
Hardware: Chrome
Case: Original Chipboard

Warranty

This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

Returns

Not eligible for Try Before You Buy or the 48-hour approval period. Standard return policy applies — see Terms & Conditions, Section 18 for details.

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