Gibson Picture S-345 1962

Gibson ES-345 1962

The ES-345 was released in 1959 as a high-end model of the Gibson semi-acoustic classic, the ES-335, which combines the traditional sound of the box and the relaxed sustain of the solid body, and continues to attract many players.

This time we have a vintage item made in 1962.This pair of cherry color and gold hardware makes it an eye-catching piece with the presence of the "Varitone Switch" knob attached to the guitar.

Under the chicken head shape knob, it is equipped with a notch filter with six individual capacitors soldered to the switch board.Position 1 is the true bypass, and the signal from the pickup flows directly into the volume pot.The signal does not pass through resistors or capacitors.The other five positions act to remove certain preset frequency bands.

The body has a semi-acoustic structure with a press-molded maple plywood top and back set on the rim with a center block set.It has a rosewood (probably Jacaranda) fingerboard with split parallelogram inlays, making it highly playable.

The two humbucking pickups are "PAF".This is based on the sticker on the back, but it is probably original.Electrical systems such as pots are soldered in cans, making it difficult to check the contents.It's probably more likely to be original when looking at the volume torque.Contrary to the truss rod cover with the letter "STEREO" engraved, the jack has been replaced with mono rather than stereo, and the pegs have been replaced with Glover.The baltone switch plate will also be replaced with a new one later.

Although parts have been replaced here and there, the important parts of the guitar are still in use as they are, and this is a piece that allows you to feel the versatile Gibson ES tone that players have loved for over 60 years.
Take this opportunity to try out some of the rare Gibson masterpieces from the early 60s, where you can enjoy a vintage semi-acoustic sound.

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[Accessories] Hard case (It is unknown if it is original or not)

[Appearance and Condition] There are signs of wear that are appropriate for the vintage, such as dull parts, scratches, small dents, and paint cracks.In addition to the nuts and saddles being processed, there were peeling and chipping of the binding and inlay, so some corrections have been made.

[Truss rod] Available

[Frets] Approximately 50% or so (The performance condition is currently in good condition as it has been trimmed)

[Neck] Straight

[Nut width] Approx. 42mm
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