Gibson SG Special Electric Guitar - Vintage Cherry

Gibson SG Special Electric Guitar - Vintage Cherry

Introduced in the early 1960s, the Gibson SG Special was conceived as a stripped-down, budget-friendly variation of the now-iconic SG Standard. Despite its more minimalistic approach, it quickly became associated with some of rock’s most memorable riffs and performances. Today’s SG Special honors that storied past with a pair of fat-sounding P-90 pickups and a slim, contoured mahogany body that makes it a go-to choice for players seeking raw, unfiltered rock tone.

Right out of the case, the SG Special feels like a well-worn classic. The rosewood fingerboard and SlimTaper neck profile delivers effortless playability, giving easy access to fast lead lines as well as complex chords. And of course, the iconic double-cutaway design, with its signature pointed horns and deeply beveled edges, grants supreme access to the upper frets.

The SG Special comes equipped with a pair of P-90 pickups, renowned for their snarly mids and superb dynamic response. Dial back your volume for chiming cleans or crank it up for overdriven textures that retain clarity and definition. Hand-wired electronics with dedicated volume and tone controls for each pickup allow precise shaping, with Orange Drop® capacitors in the tone circuit, ensuring stable, precise performance. A compensated Wraparound bridge echoes the vintage roots of the SG Special while ensuring solid intonation and impressive sustain, and Vintage Deluxe tuners with white buttons keep the look authentically old-school, with chrome hardware complements that exude timeless Gibson style.

Altogether, this SG Special stands as a nod to the instrument’s rebellious roots. From garage rock to blues to heavy riffs, its timeless design and sonic signature remain as relevant and inspiring today as they were decades ago.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair. 

Specifications

• Number of Strings: 6
  
• Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  
• Body Type: Solidbody
  
• Body Shape: SG Special
  
• Body Material: Mahogany
  
• Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  
• Color: Vintage Cherry
  
• Neck Material: Mahogany
  
• Neck Shape: Slim Taper
  
• Neck Joint: Set Neck
  
• Radius: 12"
  
• Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
  
• Fingerboard Inlay: Acrylic Dots
  
• Number of Frets: 22, Medium Jumbo
  
• Scale Length: 24.75"
  
• Nut Width: 1.695"
  
• Nut Material: Graph Tech
  
• Bridge/Tailpiece: Compensated Wraparound
  
• Tuners: Vintage Deluxe with White buttons    
  
• Neck Pickup: P-90 Single-coil
  
• Bridge Pickup: P-90 Single-coil
  
• Controls: 2 x volume, 2 x tone
  
• Switching: 3-way toggle pickup switch    
  
• Strings: Gibson, .010-.046
  
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
  
• Manufacturer Part Number: SGSP00VECH1
  
• Depth at 1st Fret: .797"
  
• Depth at 12th Fret: .912"

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!