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1953 Gibson ES-125

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Factory order #: Y3865-32

Body size at lower bout: 16". Scale length: 24 3/4" Nut Width: 1 11/16"

Materials: Solid Honduras mahogany neck, arched slab-cut maple back and top; mahogany sides; solid Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and bridge.

Hardware: 100% original nickel hardware includes Kluson Deluxe tuners, gold barrel knobs, P-90 single coil pickup, contoured tortoise pickguard, compensated adjustable rosewood bridge, trapeze tailpiece.

Notes: Introduced in 1938 as the ES-100, the ES-125 was renamed in 1941, and remained in continuous production for over 30 years, becoming Gibson's most popular archtop model ever. With its clear P-90 pickup and fast 24 1/2" scale, the ES-125 offered true Gibson quality and playability at an affordable price. The laminated body offers superior feedback resistance, and the guitar produces a respectable acoustic tone for playing unplugged or through the amp.

This exceptional example has been preserved in simply astounding condition, without pick, buckle, thumb or fingerboard wear, and its gleaming dark Cremona sunburst finish is 100% original. The brilliant original adjustable P-90 pickup provides smooth classic single-coil tone, with tremendous clarity and detail. At just 5lb. 1 oz. the guitar is notably light in weight, and warmly resonant. Smooth low action over fine undented fretwork and a gentle C profile neck.

A versatile player for jazz, swing or blues, the ES-125 remains by far the best value in a true vintage Gibson archtop. One only: call now.

Setup: This instrument is strung with medium gauge nickel roundwound strings (.012-.054). The guitar will accommodate lighter or heavier gauge strings, according to preference. String action is set at 5/64" to 6/64" at the 12th fret, with moderate relief for acoustic playing with medium strings. The action may be lowered or raised to your requirements with the adjustable bridge.

Case: Original brown arched Gibson fiber case.

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