Up for sale is a beautiful vintage (1968) Gibson B-25N (Natural finish). This specific instrument punches well above its weight class, sounding like a smaller-bodied J-45 with that classic woody, mid-range Gibson thump. It is a fantastic player's piece with undeniable vintage mojo, made even better by a recent comprehensive tech setup. This is a regretful sale, I am only selling to fund an upcoming recording.
Specs:
Finish: Original Natural (B-25N), showing gorgeous, honest lacquer crazing throughout.
Bridge: Period-correct factory "Belly-Down" rosewood bridge.
Nut Width: Narrow, comfortable late-60s profile (approx. 1 5/8" / 41.2mm), perfect for fingerpicking or chords.
Sound: You can hear the guitar professionally recorded (capoed high) here via the YouTube link below.
Condition & Recent Professional Tech Service:
This guitar has just undergone a comprehensive, top-to-bottom service by a professional guitar technician and requires zero immediate maintenance. The work completed includes:
- Fresh Strings: Restrung with premium D'Addario Phosphor Bronze Light (12-53) strings.
- Deep Clean & Detailing: Fretboard oiled and conditioned; frets cleaned and polished . Body, headstock, and neck fully cleaned and polished.
- Hardware Maintenance: Cleaned and lubricated tuners.
- Precision Setup: Full comprehensive setup covering nut and bridge string height, radius alignment, neck relief (truss rod adjustment), and intonation.
- Playability & Status: Tested completely OK. The action is smooth, and fast, and it plays effortlessly across the entire fretboard.
Cosmetic Notes:
- Wear: Features beautiful, tight natural lacquer checking across the spruce top and mahogany body. There are a few small finish chips around the headstock edges and the back of the neck from normal use over the last 55+ years. There is a very light, stable center-seam finish separation between the rear of the bridge and the lower bout. It is entirely superficial/cosmetic, is not structural, and the top remains flat and stable with no independent movement or lifting.
- Case: Ships in a non-original, period correct vintage-style faux alligator case- note the case does not have a handle, and only one latch works.
Shipping & Terms:The guitar will be packed professionally and fully insured. Please review all photos carefully and ask any questions prior to purchase.
| Listed | 8 days ago |
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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