Up for sale is a stunning, all original 1996 Gibson B.B. King Lucille in the timeless, iconic Ebony finish.

Guitars from the mid-90s are highly celebrated by players and collectors worldwide as the pinnacle of Gibson’s modern "Good Wood" era. 

The Heritage of the Lucille: While closely related to the legendary semi-hollow Gibson ES-335 and ES-345 body shapes, B.B. King’s signature model took the design to the absolute limit. Based originally on the upscale features of the luxury Gibson ES-355, the Lucille famously dispenses with the traditional f-holes to completely eliminate feedback on stage. It features the elegant multi-ply binding and ebony board found on the finest high-end ES-models, making it a unique beast in the Gibson line-up.

Key Specs & Vintage Features:

  • Model: B.B. King Lucille (ES-355 specs)
  • Year of Manufacture: 1996 (Highly desirable "Good Wood" Era)
  • Finish: Original Ebony (Black) with Gold Hardware
  • Fingerboard: Genuine Ebony with Mother of Pearl Block Inlays
  • Frets: Original frets with little to no wear – excellent shape with decades of life left.
  • Electronics: 100% original humbuckers, Vari-tone switch, and Stereo outputs.
  • Case: Original 1990s Gibson brown hardshell case with plush pink interior (highly collectible, period-correct California Girl style).
  • Country of Origin: Made in USA

Condition & Playability:

This guitar is in beautiful, Very Good Condition showing only slight honest wear. It has been played and loved as a true instrument should, showing the typical light finish swirl marks and some minor dings here and there from 30 years of careful use. It offers a spectacular, authentic look without any abuse or repairs. 

The playability is absolutely top-tier. The neck is straight, the truss rod works perfectly, the action is low, and the frets feel great with only little wear. This is a remarkably resonant and soulful blues machine that plays like butter and effortlessly delivers those sweet, crying BB King tones.

Shipping, Customs & Terms:

  • Location: Shipped from Denmark (European Union).
  • EU Shipping: Fast and securely packed. No customs duties, VAT, or import taxes apply for EU buyers.
  • Please review all pictures as they are part of the description - and ask all questions before buying! 

Don’t miss out on a rare piece of blues history from one of Gibson's finest modern production years. Perfect for both players and investors!

Listed19 days ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • BB King Lucille
Finish
  • Ebony
Categories
Year
  • 1996
Made In
  • United States
Model Family
Artist
  • B.B. King
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Body Type
  • Semi-Hollow Body
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Series
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Color Family
  • Black
Number of Frets
  • 22

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