This model would evolve into the Les Paul Deluxe of the early '70s. This January 1969 Les Paul … 1969 Apollo Red Baron Guitar 1967 Arai Diamond 1532T Guitar 1969 Aria KF190 Guitar 1960s Astrotone Guitar 1960s Super Astrotone Guitar 1960s Audition (Zen-On) Guitar 1966 Audition (Kawai) Guitar 1968 Avalon AV-2T (Shaggs Model) 1960s Conquerer Guitar 1965 Beetone Guitar 1960s Bradford Guitar 1970 Bruno Conquerer CE 100 Guitar 1960s Cameo Deluxe … NOTE: This number includes all models for a particular reissue year – so, for example, a 1958 Reissue serial number may include ’58 Reissue LP Standard and ’58 Explorer production. In general though, the numbers are approximately as follows: APPROXIMATE YEAR SERIAL RANGE 1961 100-42440 1962 42441-61180 1963 61450-64220 1964 64240-70500 1962 71180-96600 1963 96601-99999 1967 000001-008010 1967 010000-042900 1967 044000-044100 1967 050000-054400 1967 055000-063999 1967 064000-066010 1967 067000-070910 1967 090000-099999 1963, 1967 100000-106099 1963 106100-108900 1963, 1967 109000-109999 1963 110000-111549 1963, 1967 111550-115799 1963 115800-118299 1963, 1967 118300-120999 1963 121000-139999 1963, 1967 140000-140100 1963 140101-144304 1964 144305-144380 1963 144381-145000 1963 147009-149864 1964 149865-149891 1963 149892-152989 1964 152990-174222 1964, 1965 174223-176643 1964 176644-199999 1964 200000-250335 1965 250336-291000 1965 301755-302100 1965 302754-305983 1965, 1967 306000-306100 1965, 1967 307000-307985 1965, 1967 309848-310999 1965 311000-320149 1967 320150-320699 APPROXIMATE YEAR SERIAL RANGE 1965 320700-321100 1965 322000-326600 1965 328000-328500 1965 328700-329179 1965, 1967 329180-330199 1965, 1967, 1968330200-332240 1965 332241-347090 1965 348000-348092 1966 348093-349100 1965 349121-368638 1966 368640-369890 1967 370000-370999 1966 380000-385309 1967 390000-390998 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 400001-400999 1966 401000-407985 1966 408000-408690 1966 408800-409250 1966 420000-426090 1966 427000-429180 1966 430005-438530 1966 438800-438925 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969 500000-500999 1965 501010-501600 1968 501601-501702 1965, 1968 501703-502706 1968 503010-503110 1965, 1968 503405-520955 1968 520956-530056 1966, 1968, 1969530061-530850 1968, 1969 530851-530993 1969 530994-539999 1966, 1969 540000-540795 1969 540796-545009 1966 550000-556910 1969 558012-567400 1966 570099-570755 1969 580000-580999 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 600000-600999 1969 601000-601090 1969 605901-606090 APPROXIMATE YEAR SERIAL RANGE 1966, 1967 700000-700799 1968, 1969 750000-750999 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 800000-800999 1966, 1969 801000-812838 1969 812900-814999 1969 817000-819999 1966, 1969 820000-820087 1966 820088-823830 1969 824000-824999 1966, 1969 828002-847488 1966 847499-858999 1967 859001-880089 APPROXIMATE YEAR SERIAL RANGE 1967 893401-895038 1968 895039-896999 1967 897000-898999 1968 899000-899999 1968 900000-902250 1968 903000-920899 1968 940000-941009 1968 942001-943000 1968 945000-945450 1968 947415-956000 1968 959000-960909 1968 970000-972864 From 1970-1975 the method of serializing instruments at Gibson became even more random. Bozeman instruments began using 001-299 designations and, in 1990, Nashville instruments began using 300-999 designations. 82765501 means the instrument was produced on Oct. 3, 1985, in Nashville and was the 1st instrument stamped that day. I bought one such humbucking, sunburst, conversion back in 1971 and I should have kept that guitar. This model would evolve into the Les Paul Deluxe of the early '70s. The late 1960's period is considered to be the end of the better Gibson production years. In this post, we'll see the Les Pauls of the '60s from the switch to the SG body shape in the first year of the decade through the return of the original body shape at decade's end. or Best Offer ... or Best Offer. 2. or Best Offer. Most will be 5 to 6 digits in length, but the earliest examples feature 4 digit serial numbers. $20.00 shipping. Since 1989, all Gibson acoustics are built in Bozeman, MT and all Gibson electrics are built in Nashville or Memphis. Get the best prices on our Vintage Gibson Acoustic Guitars both in-store and online. Ace Frehley Les Paul – 1997 Limited run, numbered in sequence as “ACE xxx” Note: The discontinued Gibson USA Ace Frehley Signature Les Paul has a standard 8 digit serial number. This model was also very similar to its '50s counterparts, but featured a Maple top on the Mahogany body, where most '50s Customs used all … The pattern is as follows: YDDDYPPP YY is the production year DDD is the day of the year PPP is the plant designation and/or instrument rank. Examples: 70108276 means the instrument was produced on Jan. 10, 1978, in Kalamazoo and was the 276th instrument stamped that day. In 1970, the words “MADE IN USA” was impressed into the back of instrument headstocks (though a few instruments from the 1950s also had MADE IN USA impressed into their headstocks as well). When the Nashville Gibson plant was opened in 1974, it was decided that the bulk of the production of products would be run in the South; the Kalamazoo plant would produce the higher end (fancier) models in the North. Most will be 5 to 6 digits in length, but the earliest examples feature 4 digit serial numbers. For instance, guitars numbered up to 42440 are from 1961, but a guitar numbered 042400 would be from 1967. Examples: 70108276 means the instrument was produced on Jan.10, 1978, in Kalamazoo and was the 276th instrument stamped that day. Tony Iommi SG Numbered in sequence as “TI xxx” Zakk Wylde Les Paul Bullseye and the rare “Rough Top” version numbered in sequence as “ZW xxx” Camo version numbered in sequence as “ZPW xxx” Gibson Banjos 1988 to present Earl Scruggs Models Standard: Sequential production number, starting at 001 ’49 Classic: YY-RR YY = Year of manufacture RR = ranking number (starts at 01) Golden Deluxe: YY-RR YY = Year of manufacture RR = ranking number (starts at 01) Flint Hill Special: FH-YY-RR YY = Year of manufacture RR = ranking number (starts at 01) Special: ES-YY-RR YY = Year of manufacture RR = ranking number (starts at 01) Style 250 250-TT-RR YY = Year of manufacture RR = ranking number (starts at 01) Granada YY-MM-RR YY = Year MM = Month RR = ranking number (starts at 01) RB RB### = sequential production number All other models S(S)-YYMM-RR S(S) = style (excluding style 250 – see above) YY = Year MM = Month RR = ranking number Epiphone Most regular production models since ca. Please contact us at service@gibson.com should you have any questions. In the earlier years at Gibson, guitars were normally built in batches of 40 instruments. Gibson’s F O N System In addition to the above serial number information, Gibson also used Factory Order Numbers (F O N) to track batches of instruments being produced at the time. Year(s) Approximate Series Manufacture 1970, 1971, and 1972 100000s, 600000s, 700000s, 900000s 1973 000001s, 100000s, 200000s, 800000s and a few “A” + 6 digit numbers 1974 and 1975 100000s, 200000s, 300000s, 400000s,500000s, 600000s, 800000s and a few A-B-C-D-E-F + 6 digit numbers During the period from 1975-1977 Gibson used a transfer that had eight digit numbers, the first two indicate the year, 99=1975, 00=1976 and 06=1977, the following six digits are in the 100000 to 200000 range. $4,495.00 ... Vintage Original 1978 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Electric Guitar Cherry Sunburst. Johnny A. Numbered in sequence as “JA xxx” Pete Townshend LP Deluxe Limited run of 75, numbered in sequence as “PETE xxx” Peter Frampton Les Paul (2 models) – PF LP Custom – numbered in sequence as “PF xxx” – PF LP Special – numbered in sequence as “PFYxxx” Y indicates the year of production. $2,199.00. 1967 Gibson ES-330 TD Guitar Vintage With Hard Case. Gibson Les Paul Studio Lite 1993. Not too heavy. 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s. For serial references, see "Serial Number Info". Gibson Les Paul Traditional Pro 2013. The Deluxe model was introduced by Gibson in late 1968 and continued until the mid-1980s before being re-introduced in 2005. This updated system utilizes an impressed eight digit numbering scheme that covers both serializing and dating functions. $93.90 shipping. This is a very early production "Deluxe" model Les Paul. This body shape would eventually be known as the SG for "solid guitar.". The numbers 001-499 show Kalamazoo production, 500-999 show Nashville production. Nice weight. Both models featured block inlays on the fingerboard with the unique diamond headstock inlay design. Numbered in sequence as “GR xxx” Gary Rossington SG Limited edition of 250. Slash Les Paul (2 models) – 1997 limited edition model, cranberry finish: numbered in sequence as “SL xxx” – Regular production model introduced in 2004, also numbered in sequence as “SL xxx” Note: The discontinued Epiphone Slash Les Paul made has a standard Epiphone serial number. The general Les Paul Deluxe model, introduced by Gibson in 1969, had the following features: 1. In 1957 the model name was changed to 'Skylark'. The best advice if you have a Gibson Les Paul with a stamped-in six-digit serial number is to consult a reference book such as "The Blue Book of Electric Guitars" or the "Gibson Les Paul Book." $5,500.00. [EDIT as of 5-2014: The earliest I have now seen is a 88750X guitar. 22 watching. I rented a 1971 gold top Les Paul Deluxe with mini-humbuckers and a 3-piece neck and could have bought it for about $600. All numbers are approximates. The 1st digit indicates the year of manufacture for the 4 & 5 digit serial numbers, these were used from 1989-1999. Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul 1957 Reissue Bill Nash Relic 2000. The pattern is as follows: YDDDYRRR YY is the production year DDD is the day of the year RRR is the factory ranking/plant designation number. $ 2,000.00. $450.00. Gibson Les Paul Deluxe 1967 (N.416218) Saved by 島崎新一. The production version (no difference in spec) numbered in sequence as “BONE xxx” Note: The discontinued Gibson USA Joe Perry Signature Les Paul made has a standard 8 digit serial number. Finish, condition and options have a huge effect on current values but a really nice one can go as high as 8 thousand. Here are a few distinctly '60s Gibson electrics from this period: Left to right: 1964 Firebird V, 1965 Melody Maker D, 1969 ES-335-12, 1968 SG Standard in rare Pelham Blue. Gibson’s Factory Order Numbers were an internal coding that followed the group of instruments through the factory. This guitar featured P-90 pickups (like the original 1952-1956 Les Paul) instead of the “mini-humbuckers” of the Deluxe model, an ebony fingerboard, maple neck, mahogany body and chrome hardware. Both of these reissue models changed through 1969 with the introduction of a three-ply "pancake body" and a three-piece laminated Mahogany neck with a volute (a small bump) where the neck meets the headstock. Examples – 9 xxx = 1989 (4 digit number beginning with “9” used only in 1989) 0 xxxx = 1990 9 xxxx = 1999 00xxxx = 2000 05xxxx = 2005 Those beginning with “94”: In 1994, Gibson’s Centennial year, many instruments have a serial number that begins with “94” for the year, with the remaining 6 digits indicating the ranking number. There have been 6 different serial number styles used to date on Gibson instruments. 1993. Numbered in sequence as “AS xxxx” Dickey Betts ’57 goldtop Les Paul Limited edition of 114. From what I've seen the guitar we know as the Les Paul today wasn't produced between 1961 and 1967, the guitar Gibson was calling the Les Paul then had an SG type body. Thus, the older Gibson guitars may have a serial number and a F O N. The F O N may indicate the year, batch number, and the ranking (order of production within the batch of 40). The sixth number is now a batch number- batch 0 starts at the beginning of the day, and once we stamp 699, the batch number will change to 1. All numbers were impressed into the wood and a six digit number assigned, though no particular order was given and some instruments had a letter prefix. There are always exceptions to these rules, the two listed below are worth noting: Les Paul Classic: This model features an ink stamped serial number with no “MADE IN USA” (just as we used on the original 1952-1960 Les Pauls). Custom Shop regular production models CSYRRRR CS stands for “Custom Shop” Y indicates the production year RRRR indicates the guitar’s place in the sequence of production Example: CS10845 is the 845th reg. The 1st and 2nd indicate the year of manufacture for the 6 digit serial numbers which we’ve been using since 2000. Gibson Electric Guitar Gibson Guitars Fender Guitars Acoustic Guitars Electric Guitars Gibson Les Paul Gibson Gold Top Gibson Studio Les Paul Guitars. This guitar started out life like all Les Paul Deluxe’s with mini humbuckers but has at some point been routed out for full size humbuckers giving it the appearance of a Les Paul Standard. NOTE – as of 2000, 1st digit will be a “2” Examples: 91418009 is the 9th carved top produced on the 141st day of 1998. $44.99 shipping. $79.42 shipping. feature both a serial number and a F O N. When both numbers are present on a higher grade model, remember that the F O N was assigned at the beginning of the production run, while the serial number was recorded later (before shipping). Another code used on some current Epiphone models FYYMRRRR F= Factory code YY=Year of manufacture M= This will be a letter code corresponding to the month (A=January, B=February, etc…) RRRR= ranking number Example – R03D0263 was issued in April 2003. Les Paul Classic 1989-2014: This model features an ink stamped serial number with no "MADE IN USA" (just as we used on the original 1952-1960 Les Pauls). Gibson Serial Number Identification and Dating. For the most accurate identification you would need to contact the Gibson Guitar Corporation itself. This is a mini humbucker equipped deluxe original pickups. They … In 1977, Gibson first introduced the serialization method that is in practice today. $ 4,500.00. 27 watching. Numbered in sequence as “13xxx” Jimmy Page Les Paul (3 versions) -1st 25 aged models were hand numbered 1-25 and signed by Jimmy Page, no other number is on this model. Epiphone Les Paul Model Fujigen Made Vintage Tiger eyes Vintage Heavy Sound. The Kalamazoo numbers were discontinued in 1984. Today Lawman Guitars Has a Les Paul for you... A really cool RARE Red Wine 1977 USA Gibson Les Paul Deluxe with the original Hardshell Gibson Case. 1908-1923 Approximate #s YEAR F O N 1908 259 1909 309 1910 545, 927 1911 1260, 1295 1912 1408, 1593 1913 1811, 1902 1914 1936, 2152 1915 2209, 3207 1916 2667, 3508 YEAR F O N 1917 3246, 11010 1918 9839, 11159 1919 11146, 11212 1920 11329, 11367 1921 11375, 11527 1922 11565, 11729 1923 11973 F O Ns for the years 1935-1941 usually consisted of the batch number, a letter for the year and the instrument number. The Gibson Les Paul is a solid body electric guitar that was first sold by the Gibson Guitar Corporation in 1952. We sell the early hollow body 335, 355, 345, ES 335, 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard, Les Paul Custom, Les Paul Black Beauty, USA Gibson made, Vintage Gibson, early Gibson, amongst many others! Joe Perry Les Paul (2 models) – Joe Perry Signature Les Paul from 1996 (trans black finish) – numbered in sequence as “JPxxx” – Boneyard LP – Pilot Run models have an inked number and hand written “Pilot Run”. By 1968, interest in the Les Pauls of the '50s was on the rise thanks to their use by such players as Eric Clapton. Examples of this system: 4 2205 = 1954 614562 = 1956 In 1961 Gibson started a new serial number system that covered all instrument lines. 20045002 was the 2nd carved top stamped on the 4th day of 2005. or Best Offer ... $95.00 shipping. $820.00. 82765501 means the instrument was produced on Oct. 3, 1985, in Nashville and was the 1st instrument stamped that day. $ 3,250.00. This system is useful in helping to date and authenticate instruments. These guitars can essentially be seen as the first Gibson Les Paul reissues. This model was also very similar to its '50s counterparts, but featured a Maple top on the Mahogany body, where most '50s Customs used all Mahogany bodies. $275.00 shipping. For collectors, these changes all signify a steady departure from the pinnacle designs of the '50s and the beginning of a general decline in quality that would continue into the '70s and the much maligned Norlin era. The orange labels inside hollow bodied instruments was discontinued in 1970 and were replaced by white and orange rectangle labels on the acoustics, and small black, purple and white rectangle labels were placed on electric models. $7,500.00. 2011 GIBSON LES PAUL MELODY MAKER (Limited Run) $544.99. $119.14 shipping. MADE IN USA were also included on the transfer and some models had LIMITED EDITION also applied. F O N examples run thus: Y 2230 21 V 4867 8 R 6785 15 Code Letter and Year Z 1952 Y 1953 X 1954 W 1955 V 1956 U 1957 T 1958 S 1959 R 1960 Q 1961 After 1961 the use of FONs was discontinued at Gibson. The … http://www.frettedamericana.com/product/1969-gibson-les-paul An Exceptional January 1969 Les Paul Standard GoldTop With P-90s. 1969 Les Paul Custom. $4,990.00. Humbuckers . Original 1957 Les Paul Junior Jr … It consisted of numbers that are impressed into the wood. $9,795.00. The only difference is the addition of this batch indicator. This example was built in late 1968 or very early in 1969. Historic ES MODELS (since 1995): (A or B)-MYRRR M is the model year being reissued Y is the production year RRR indicates the guitar’s place in the sequence of Historic ES production for that year. Certain guitar models built in the late 1970s can be used to demonstrate the old-style 6 digit serial numbers . Vintage 1967 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins Nashville model,factory bigsby replaced "kill switch" tip (the white one) I have an original tip now, to lazy to take new pictures...and reproduction armature inside body for string mute / Muffler system.. ... -v j-45 j-50 jaguar jazz-bass jazzmaster l-00 lap-steel legacy les-paul- les-paul-classic les-paul … One piece mahogany body. Examples are as follows: 722 A 23 465 D 58 863 E 02. The best methods of identifying them is by using a combination of the serial number, the factory order number and any features that are particular to a specific time that changes may have occurred in instrument design (i.e. 17 watching. Welcome to part two of our ongoing series, A Les Paul From Every Year. There are still some variances that Gibson uses on some instruments produced today, but for the most part the above can be used for identifying instruments. The Les Paul Triumph bass, like the Les Paul Recording guitar was first shipped in 1971, but was based on a slightly older model, the 1969 Les Paul Bass. The numbers were used between the years 1961-1969. Dobro (1995-present) 1995-1997 A(A) (#)###YY A(A) = model code (#) ### = ranking number YY = last 2 digits of year Example – BA xxx 95 dates to 1995 1997-Current YMMDDRRY Y = last digit of year MM = Month DD = day of month RR = ranking number Y (last digit) = decade Gibson Goldtone Amps Product code/production number/quarter and year made Example – G-03/207/299 Note that the “‘G” is often mistaken for a “6”. Reissue model codes: 2= ES-295 3= 1963 ES-335 (block inlays) 4= ES-330 5= ES-345 9 with an “A” prefix = 1959 ES-335 (dot inlays) 9 with a “B” prefix= ES-355 Example: A-38005 is the 5th ’63 ES-335 Reissue produced in 1998. 030084 is the 8th 1964 Firebird III reissue produced in 2003. It is estimated that Gibson’s Kalamazoo plant continued to use the 6 digit serial numbers through 1978 and 1979. Dual Gibson mini (“New York”) humbuckers, with adjustable pole pieces and Alnico II magnets. ... 10 product ratings - 2003 Gibson Les Paul Melody Maker Electric Guitar. According to Who sources, Townshend himself now only owns one of his nine Les Paul Deluxes - #8 is a cherry sunburst Les Paul Deluxe, … It is also generally known to be the most frustrating and hard to understand system that Gibson has employed. which do not feature a paper label. Oops, looks like you forgot something. GIBSON SERIALIZATION Identifying Gibson instruments by serial number is tricky at best and downright impossible in some cases. Fine performance and outstanding styling. Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Goldtop 1973 - 1975. $1,399.00. $ 850.00. Ranking numbers 500-999 continued to indicate Nashville production through 1989. Ranking numbers for Bozeman start each day at 001 and the electrics may start as low as the 300s. The 1970 Les Paul catalogue launched the Deluxe, as a replacement to the Les Paul Standard which had been available since 1968 This Les Paul model is "deluxe" in every way. $949.00. No headstock or heel breaks. But on this particular guitar, the frets were Eval uat ing a ’72 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe BY John Brown past the point of saving, so we planned for a complete re-fret. or Best Offer. SSSS= Sequential Serial Number Example – T41234 is a 2004 Elitist model. 1967 Gibson Melody Maker Pelham Blue. The serial number will be an 8 digit number impressed into the back of the headstock with “MADE IN USA” below. FYYMMRRRR F= Factory code (this can be 2 letters as well) YY= year of manufacture (this can also be just 1 digit for ’90s models) MM= month of manufacture R= ranking number (may be more or less digits, not necessarily indicative of total units produced) Example – S02021234 was issued in Feb. 2002. Like the Les Paul Standard, Gibson brought back the Les Paul Custom in 1968. Serial number in the 500000 range. A neck relief gauge (item #2004 from stewmac.com) is an important tool for checking truss-rod adjustment and making sure there is enough … 1957-58 Les Paul Gold Top. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. 1957 Les Paul Custom. It has NO VOLUTE and an open 'b' and 'o' logo. $95.00 shipping. Like the Les Paul Standard, the Les Paul Custom also made the leap to the SG body shape by 1961. In 2005, Gibson issued three Pete Townshend-signature edition Les Paul Deluxe guitars, based on his #1 Wine Red Les Paul Deluxe, his #3 Gold Top and his #9 Cherry Sunburst (all 1976). Superb condition. The F O N is the only identification number on Gibson’s lower grade models (like the ES-125, ES-140, J-160E, etc.) A few bolt on neck instruments had a date ink stamped on the heel area. Thank you Hector B. for your email and pictures!] The weighs 10 … $1,500.00 ... Epiphone Zephyr Deluxe Regent 1951 Natural Blonde. YEAR LAST # 1903 1150 1904 1850 1905 2550 1906 3350 1907 4250 1908 5450 1909 6950 1910 8750 1911 10850 1912 13350 1913 16100 1914 20150 1915 25150 1916 32000 1917 39500 1918 47900 1919 53800 1920 62200 1921 69300 1922 71400 1923 74900 1924 80300 1925 82700 YEAR LAST # 1926 83600 1927 85400 1928 87300 1929 89750 1930 90200 1931 90450 1932 90700 1933 91400 1934 92300 1935 92800 1936 94100 1937 95200 1938 95750 1939 96050 1940 96600 1941 97400 1942 97700 1943 97850 1944 98250 1945 98650 1946 99300 1947 99999 White oval labels were used on instruments from 1902 to 1954, at which time the oval label was changed to an orange color. Like the Les Paul, the ES-335 stands as one of Gibson's all-time most iconic models. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to the processing of my data in order to receive emails. The second type of serial numbers used started with an A prefix and ran from 1947 to 1961. A. Johnny A uses a Johnny A Signature model designed to his specifications. Code Letter and Year A 1935 B 1936 C 1937 D 1938 E 1939 F 1940 G 1941 Code Letter F O Ns were discontinued after 1941, and any instruments made during or right after World War II do not bear an F O N codes. Andy Summers ES-335 Limited edition of 50. M is the model being reissued Reissue model codes: 1= SG Custom and Special 2= SG Standard 3= 1963 Firebird 1 4= 1964 Firebird III 5= 1965 Firebird V & VII 8= 1968 Les Paul Custom Examples: 050102 is the 10th SG Standard reissue produced in 2005. In most cases, only the upper end instruments were assigned identification numbers. Carved Top models (serial number on orange label) YDDDYRRR YY is the production year DDD is the day of the year RRR indicate the guitar’s place in the sequence of carved tops made that day. The numbers are usually stamped or written on the instrument’s back and seen through the lower F hole or round soundhole, or maybe impressed on the back of the headstock. Duane Allman (The Allman Brothers Band) used a 1957 Les Paul Goldtop with PAF pickups, a 1959 cherry sunburst Les Paul, a 1958 tobacco sunburst Les Paul … To determine the value of you Gibson guitar, you must know the model and the year of manufacture. Gibson Custom 1952-1960 Les Paul, Explorer, Flying V, and Futura reissues (since late 1992): M YRRR or MYRRRR M is the model year being reissued Y is the production year RRR(R) indicates the guitar’s place production for that year. The serial number would properly indicate the actual date of the guitar. $15,900.00. On instruments with round soundholes, this label is visible directly below it. 10 watching. Equipped with the Hagströms Speed-O-Matic fretboard, look similar to the Gibson Les Paul. Gibson Les Paul Classic 2005. There is a site that offers free serial number look ups to determine the year. Lovies Guitars offers free shipping to the 48 US States. 1961-1969 Firebird, Les Paul, and SG reissues (since 1997): YYRRRM Y is the production year RRR(R) indicates the guitar’s place in production for that year. So double check the serial numbers on those 1970s L-5s, Super 400s, and Super 5 BJBs! ; Jan Akkerman has used a Gibson L5, Les Paul Custom and a modified Les Paul Personal. The serial numbers started with number 100 and go to 99999. The Les Paul was designed by Gibson president Ted McCarty, factory manager John Huis and their team with input from and endorsement by guitarist Les Paul.Its typical design features a solid mahogany body with a … Les Paul Classic: This model features an ink stamped serial number with no “MADE IN USA” (just as we used on the original 1952-1960 Les Pauls). or Best Offer. The first 5 numbers remain the same, the last 3 numbers will remain the same. production CS model produced in 2001. In late 1960, Gibson replaced the Les Paul body shape with the SG design. It should also be noted that the Nashville plant has not reached the 900s since 1977, so these numbers have been reserved for prototypes. Local Pickup. Apart from the body shape and finish, the original SG-style Les Paul Custom shared much with its single-cutaway predecessor. Please see our shipping rates here. Functionally, these basses were very similar, although the Triumph did offer low and high impedance operation, without the need for a transformer cable. Transitional neck tenon. Gibson Les Paul Special DC Made in USA Red Faded color Good sound . $99.00 shipping. $120.00 … The Gibson GA-5 began life as the Les Paul Jr. Model between 1954-56. 1967 Gibson ES-330 TD Guitar Vintage With Hard Case. $6,200.00. The Les Paul Junior and its two-pickup counterpart, the Les Paul Special, both switched to the SG body shape after a stint with a double cutaway slab body shape in the '50s that was not used on the Standard and Custom. Gibson Les Paul Studio Gold Top Pickup 490R / 498T Made in Canada Good Sound. $ 2,000.00. Prior to 1984 when the Kalamazoo, MI factory was closed, the numbers 001-499 indicated Kalamazoo production. Example: 7 5123 is the 123rd 1957 reissue model produced in 2005. The original '68 models are very close to the a '50s Les Paul save for a few details such as Indian instead of Brazilian Rosewood for the fingerboard and chrome instead of nickel hardware. If you do not see your country please send us a message and we will promptly get you a quote. Some time in 1953, instruments were ink stamped on the headstock back with 5 or 6 digit numbers, the first indicating the year, the following numbers are production numbers. 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