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    1. Re: want gibson les paul standard
      Dean

      : want gibson les paul standard red wine or black ebony,,, thks , email me,

      have one, worth about 2600 right now. wine red. Beautiful playing guitar

  1. Gibson Les Paul Silverburst Custom Wanted
    Heath

    Looking for a silverburst custom Les Paul wiil pay top $$$. Also looking to sell a 1977 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Pro in mint condition. Very rare guitar!

      1. Re: Gibson Les Paul Silverburst Custom Wanted
        jeff

        I have an all-original 1979 in EX+ Condition. It has not greened. No issues, no stories. Let me know if interested. I have pics. Regards.

    1. Re: Gibson Les Paul Silverburst Custom Wanted
      amy

      check out ebay.com i saw a silverburst les paul for $1,875.00 but there is only an hour and a half left. there is also a Jay Turser gibson STYLE going for about $350.00

    2. Re: Gibson Les Paul Silverburst Custom Wanted
      james coats

      i have an all original 81 les paul custom silverburst (and i mean silver) in near mint condition…and i mean near mint…it would take top dollar to buy it and only reason for possible consideration of sell is due to the fact i just bought another 83 silverburst and might be able to part with the 81…price has to be right..i will send photos if interested..just a heads up, i won’t be selling at any low price, i didn’t get a bargain, but was very pleased even at the price i paid…it is very rare to find one in this shape, color….trust me i searched thru hundreds…james

    3. Re: Gibson Les Paul Silverburst Custom Wanted
      lyn

      : Looking for a silverburst custom Les Paul wiil pay top $$$. Also looking to sell a 1977 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Pro in mint condition. Very rare guitar!

        1. Re: Gibson Les Paul Silverburst Custom Wanted
          nathan

          : Shoot me an email. I have an 82 LP silverburst and have feedback from different places for your trust.

          gimme gimme, im in australia thou, but gimme

  2. better then the original
    whitewolf

    I sit here at my computer and look in awe at the PRICES people
    are paying for jap- junk ?
    Now I am an old timer. but hand made insturments made in the usa
    should’nt be that hard to find
    Lets go back to the native american INDIAN. of whom I am a part of and look at there wares.
    OH but that’s not what we want. LISTEN people music comes from the soul. and if you ain’t got one —forget it. I don’t care if you got a degree in music or not music isn’nt taught it’s inborn

    1. Re: les paul silverburst
      mike

      I’ve got it. the 1978 original silverburst les paul custom. I have pics, its in tip top shape, ive been offered 2300…make me an offer and ill sell it to you instead. I accept paypal, i am located in NY, email me, [email protected]

      1. Re: les paul silverburst
        margaret

        :hey. Im looking for a 1979 silverburst as you may guess. please email me becuase i tried emialing you and theres something wrong.

      2. Re: les paul silverburst
        Chris Ryan

        : I’ve got it. the 1978 original silverburst les paul custom. I have pics, its in tip top shape, ive been offered 2300…make me an offer and ill sell it to you instead. I accept paypal, i am located in NY, email me, [email protected]
        If you still have that guitar, e-mail me. Thanks.

  3. Gibson SG firebrand
    Godfried

    I have a Gibson SG Firebrand in good condition.
    Built: march 6 USA-Nashville 1980.
    What is about the worth of this guitar in EURO’s or dollars ????
    and if somebody knows something about this SG-firebrand please mail me.

    Thank you in advance

    1. Re: Gibson SG firebrand
      Reagan

      I have just purchased a sg firebrand on ebay and I have benn reseaching them too. From what I have see they that been going from six to eight hundred dollars (not on ebay). I payed about 650.

      1. Re: 1978 Silverburst discontinued model Les Paul from Gibson wanted.
        matt hathaway

        hi kyle ive got the guitar youre looking for contact me for more info and serial number to confirm the instrument .. its from 1979 ive had it for 18 years it was imported to the uk by a named guitarist

    1. Re: WANTED: GIBSON FIREBRANDS
      Brian Kehoe

      : LOOKING FOR WALNUT FIREBRANDS, PLEASE EMAIL ME.

      I have a Gibson Firebrand 355S and If the price is right I’ll Sell her to ya-Just email me-Thanks A Bunch

    2. Re: WANTED: GIBSON FIREBRANDS
      jeff

      : LOOKING FOR WALNUT FIREBRANDS, PLEASE EMAIL ME.

      Hello,

      I have a GIBSON SG Firebrand… It´s in perfect condition. What kind of price are you offering?

      Best regards,
      Jeff

    3. Re: WANTED: GIBSON FIREBRANDS
      Steve Gordon

      I have an 1979 SG Firebrand. It is a piece of crap. Converted to Lefty, a million changes done and undone (nut, bridge, electronics, knobs, everything). Retired and hung on a wall… Moved on to other lefties. Are you looking for a thrasher?

    4. Re: WANTED: GIBSON FIREBRANDS
      Matt

      : LOOKING FOR WALNUT FIREBRANDS, PLEASE EMAIL ME.
      Gibson LP Firebrand, Walnut with hard shell case. serial # 81010538 Mint conditon. Looking for best offer

      1. Re: : FOR SALE :GIBSON FIREBRAND
        Matt

        : : LOOKING FOR WALNUT FIREBRANDS, PLEASE EMAIL ME.
        : Gibson LP Firebrand, Walnut with hard shell case. serial # 81010538 Mint conditon. Looking for best offer

        1. Re: : FOR SALE :GIBSON FIREBRAND
          Mike

          : : : LOOKING FOR WALNUT FIREBRANDS, PLEASE EMAIL ME.
          : : Gibson LP Firebrand, Walnut with hard shell case. serial # 81010538 Mint conditon. Looking for best offer

          LP Firebrand (USA 1980), #80230519, great shape. Don’t know what it is worth

        2. Re: : FOR SALE :GIBSON FIREBRAND
          Chas Peake

          : : : LOOKING FOR WALNUT FIREBRANDS, PLEASE EMAIL ME.
          : : Gibson LP Firebrand, Walnut with hard shell case. serial # 81010538 Mint conditon. Looking for best offer

          Looking to purchase LP Firebrand

    5. Re: WANTED: GIBSON FIREBRANDS
      Andrew

      I have A gibson Sg firebrand 1979 (Walnut)Recently set-up for 10’s, And Fretwork was just redone professionaly. All original Parts……I placed nickel covers on the humbuckers……I put on Gibson’s Vintage knobs. I still have original knobs and hardshell case. I will sell If price is right:)

    1. Re: Gibson Flying V for sale
      Keith

      : All black with Kahler trem. serial#83277524 in good cond. with a couple bruises to paint looks good

      Just Curious,How much are you asking for your flying v?

    2. Re: Gibson Flying V for sale
      Lyle Siemens

      : All black with Kahler trem. serial#83277524 in good cond. with a couple bruises to paint looks good $700.00 U.S.

    1. Re: Gibson ES 345 TDC for sale?
      brad

      : Hi,IF THIS IS STILL AVAILABLE, COULD YOU SEND ME SOME PHOTOS.thanks

      : I’ve got a Gibson ES 345 TDC stereo guitar, cherry red that I bought in 1966. It has all the original equipment, although I did have it wired mono. I changed the tuning pegs, but kept the originals. I was wondering what it might be worth. It’s finish is "crackled" and it is not in mint condition as I’ve used it, but it looks fine and I’d say it’s in good condition…nothing broken or cracked. The label on the inside is #878485. If anyone knows what it might be worth, let me know. By the way, I was a roommate of Don Felder when he worked at a music store in Gainesville. He was the salesperson that demonstrated it for me and sold it to me.

    2. Re: 1966 Gibson ES 345 TDC for sale?
      sol

      : Hi,

      : I’ve got a Gibson ES 345 TDC stereo guitar, cherry red that I bought in 1966. It has all the original equipment, although I did have it wired mono. I changed the tuning pegs, but kept the originals. I was wondering what it might be worth. It’s finish is "crackled" and it is not in mint condition as I’ve used it, but it looks fine and I’d say it’s in good condition…nothing broken or cracked. The label on the inside is #878485. If anyone knows what it might be worth, let me know. By the way, I was a roommate of Don Felder when he worked at a music store in Gainesville. He was the salesperson that demonstrated it for me and sold it to me.

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      1. Re: 1966 Gibson ES 345 TDC for sale?
        Faith

        : : Hi,
        don’t konw what it’s worth but my boyfriend wants one so I’d like to surprise him. Price??
        Faith
        Please let me know ASAP

        : : I’ve got a Gibson ES 345 TDC stereo guitar, cherry red that I bought in 1966. It has all the original equipment, although I did have it wired mono. I changed the tuning pegs, but kept the originals. I was wondering what it might be worth. It’s finish is "crackled" and it is not in mint condition as I’ve used it, but it looks fine and I’d say it’s in good condition…nothing broken or cracked. The label on the inside is #878485. If anyone knows what it might be worth, let me know. By the way, I was a roommate of Don Felder when he worked at a music store in Gainesville. He was the salesperson that demonstrated it for me and sold it to me.

    3. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... sol
      sol

      Hi,

      I’ve got a Gibson ES 345 TDC stereo guitar, cherry red that I bought in 1966. It has all the original equipment, although I did have it wired mono. I changed the tuning pegs, but kept the originals. I was wondering what it might be worth. It’s finish is "crackled" and it is not in mint condition as I’ve used it, but it looks fine and I’d say it’s in good condition…nothing broken or cracked. The label on the inside is #878485. If anyone knows what it might be worth, let me know. By the way, I was a roommate of Don Felder when he worked at a music store in Gainesville. He was the salesperson that demonstrated it for me and sold it to me.

  4. gibson j-45 shoulders
    Ray Denman

    Does any one of you fine Gibson owners know when they changed from round to square shoulders on the J-45?.
    Gibson told me it was ’69.
    A music store selling a ’68 on e bay says it was ’68.
    Does anyone really know?.
    I’m getting frustrated trying to find out for sure!.
    Thanks Ray

  5. need a "3" P.U.Gibson nighthawk, w/ "pull-out knob", 10 "tones"
    Jim Kay

    I "have" a "Custom Shop Edition" , 93, Proto-type (probably?); Binding on "neck"; fancy "case"; green-blue; great action; & conditon.
    I "want" a 3-P.U. model, with "10 Tone selections"-Anybody want to "sell" one for under $700.?

    1. Re: need a "3" P.U.Gibson nighthawk, w/ "pull-out knob", 10 "tones"?
      chrispy

      : I "have" a "Custom Shop Edition" , 93, Proto-type (probably?); Binding on "neck"; fancy "case"; green-blue; great action; & conditon.
      : I "want" a 3-P.U. model, with "10 Tone selections"-Anybody want to "sell" one for under $700.?

      i got one of those. black w / gold hardware. e-mail me and we’ll talk. : )

  6. Quiero vender mi Gibson
    Jorge Rafael Torres

    I have a Gibson Chet Atkins model number 90992396…
    I don´t know the price, please help me.
    I want sold my Gibson.

  7. gibson nighthawk cusom WANTED
    Travis

    I am looking for a gibson nighthawk custom with 3 pickups, ebony fingerboard, and crown inlays. Preferably a cream flame top. Thank you

  8. Gibson Nouveau
    Skip

    I have a 12 string Nouveau NV series. Can anyone help me with a value?
    Someone wants to trade a Galveston 6 string even up, TOMORROW!!!
    Not even the blue book has any information on pricing for the N series
    guitars. thank you.

    1. Re: Gibson Nouveau
      Doug Rider

      : I have a 12 string Nouveau NV series. Can anyone help me with a value?
      : Someone wants to trade a Galveston 6 string even up, TOMORROW!!!
      : Not even the blue book has any information on pricing for the N series
      : guitars. thank you.

      Hi Skip,
      I just read your post. Hope you didn’t trade. The NV-12 is rare, and a wonderful 12 string. Solid mahogany back and sides, solid spruce top, great workmanship. I talked to Gibson about this guitar (I own one too), and he had high praise for this guitar. Parts made by Japanese quality craftmanship, sent to Gibson for assemble and finish work. Hang onto it if you still have it, you can’t get such wonderful tone in an inexpensive guitar nowadays!

      1. Re: Gibson Nouveau
        Vic

        I did sell a mint Gibson Nouveau mandolin–probably too cheap. Compared to what is available, it is wonderful time 100. If you find one for a reasonable price, buy it.

        : : I have a 12 string Nouveau NV series. Can anyone help me with a value?
        : : Someone wants to trade a Galveston 6 string even up, TOMORROW!!!
        : : Not even the blue book has any information on pricing for the N series
        : : guitars. thank you.

        : Hi Skip,
        : I just read your post. Hope you didn’t trade. The NV-12 is rare, and a wonderful 12 string. Solid mahogany back and sides, solid spruce top, great workmanship. I talked to Gibson about this guitar (I own one too), and he had high praise for this guitar. Parts made by Japanese quality craftmanship, sent to Gibson for assemble and finish work. Hang onto it if you still have it, you can’t get such wonderful tone in an inexpensive guitar nowadays!

        1. Re: Gibson Nouveau
          Steven Raleigh

          I just bought a Gibson 12 string NV-12 Nouveau at a estate sale with a hard case in Exellent condition for $325.00. I love how it sounds and plays.
          Gibson introduced a line of flat top guitars under the Nouveau by Gibson brand in
          1986. Nouveau bodies and necks were made in Japan and then shipped unassembled to the
          U.S. where they were then assembled and finished. Electric models joined the line in 1987.
          Gibson moved the Nouveaus to the Epiphone line, under the brand Nouveau by Epiphone,
          by September 1987. Electrics were moved to Epiphone by February 1988. the entire
          Nouveau line was discontinued by early 1989.
          If anyone is looking for one or has any info. please contact me at:
          [email protected]
          Steve

        2. epiphone nv? is it a nouveau?
          Christopher M. Leatherman

          hi i have an old epiphone norlin era nv 245 12 string. i could not find any info on this anywhere. is this part of the nouveau line? i thought that was gibson. the sn is 870451, and it has an old norlin, mij label inside. the guitar sounds huge and has a very big body w/ irrelgular shaped soundhole. i am very excited to know more about it.is this the epi version of the nv 12 discussed on this site? any info would be appreciated.
          thanks chris

          1. Re: epiphone nv? is it a nouveau?
            Clint

            : hi i have an old epiphone norlin era nv 245 12 string. i could not find any info on this anywhere. is this part of the nouveau line? i thought that was gibson. the sn is 870451, and it has an old norlin, mij label inside. the guitar sounds huge and has a very big body w/ irrelgular shaped soundhole. i am very excited to know more about it.is this the epi version of the nv 12 discussed on this site? any info would be appreciated.
            : thanks chris

            Chris, I just received a response from Epiphone…I have the same guitar sn# 170803 and I had similar questions about my nv 245. Roger Ball at Epiphone informed me that it is a Nova 245…he even sent me an old advertisement from the 70’s that went into the details of the guitar’s construction. If you’d like, send me an e-mail address and I’ll send you the ad. He believed mine was made sometime around 1977 (and my serial # is much lower than your’s) so your’s was most likely manufactured post ’77. Here’s some info that I found out about this guitar. Not much is known about the Nova (NV series or "Nouveau") series of guitars produced by Gibson Epiphone. This series of guitars was produced after the Gibson company was taken over by Norlin and after a few years of making reissues of original Gibson instruments, Norlin decided to make a name for itself and prove it could produce a line of acoustics all by itself. So it called in the top designers and luthiers and eventually the Nova was born. No expence was spared in the design and manufacture of these guitars and top Japanese luthiers were employed to make sure this line would beat all the older Epiphone’s. The guitars were introduced in the 70’s with a lot of press coverage and Norlin proudly displayed their own name on the label. There were 6 strings, archtop 12 strings, & flattop 12 strings, each with varying degrees of build quality and finish. The only problem was that very quickly it was seen that these guitars were too expensive to produce and the competition was so fierce that they could’nt compete with all the cheaper guitars coming out of Japan at that time. The public just weren’t paying the high prices being asked for them, despite very good reviews from the music press. It wasn’t long before the NV range faded away and was forgotten by all but the owners of these wonderful guitars.

            Hope this helps,

            Clint
            [email protected]

            1. Re: epiphone nv? is it a nouveau?
              Colin

              I have just bought a Epiphone no 295 guitar and it sounds very similar to the one you are describing, very large body, oval sound hole that sort of thing, did you find any info out?I have pics of this if you want to view it.
              Colin.

          2. Re: epiphone nv? is it a nouveau?
            twohands

            : hi i have an old epiphone norlin era nv 245 12 string. i could not find any info on this anywhere. is this part of the nouveau line? i thought that was gibson. the sn is 870451, and it has an old norlin, mij label inside. the guitar sounds huge and has a very big body w/ irrelgular shaped soundhole. i am very excited to know more about it.is this the epi version of the nv 12 discussed on this site? any info would be appreciated.
            : thanks chris

            i had a 12string Epiphone/Norlin that i bought new in 1978 called a Nova FT165 (FT indicated flat top and 165 indicated rosewood back/sides)with an elliptical soundhole and pickguard/bridge design that was nice. it was stolen from my home and my insurance replaced it with a perfect twin which i played for another ten years until i sold it. i have wished many times i had one again, but i now play a very nice Guild F512 and i am satisfied with that. i consider the Epiphones very good quality for the money even with the laminates used in construction. enjoy…

        3. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Victor S. Alpher
          Victor S. Alpher

          : : I have a 12 string Nouveau NV series. Can anyone help me with a value?
          : : Someone wants to trade a Galveston 6 string even up, TOMORROW!!!
          : : Not even the blue book has any information on pricing for the N series
          : : guitars. thank you.

          : Hi Skip,
          : I just read your post. Hope you didn’t trade. The NV-12 is rare, and a wonderful 12 string. Solid mahogany back and sides, solid spruce top, great workmanship. I talked to Gibson about this guitar (I own one too), and he had high praise for this guitar. Parts made by Japanese quality craftmanship, sent to Gibson for assemble and finish work. Hang onto it if you still have it, you can’t get such wonderful tone in an inexpensive guitar nowadays!

          Hello:

          I have a Gibson Nouveau F-5 style mandolin, made in 1986. Gibson denies any knowledge of how many were made, it has a Cremona Brown Varnish finish, bound fingerboard, excellent tone. I acquired from 2nd owner, he and the first never played it…so it is a 17 year old new mandolin…the neck is 3-ply…nice flame…any idea on its worth and rarity? Gibson bought Flatiron and evidently didn’t do much with the Nouveau line.

          1. NV-245 12 string acoustic Epiphone by Norlin
            Junior

            I too have one of these guitars and have no info nor can I find any info on it. If anyone has anything at all on the price, production, year or websites pertaining to this instrument would u please e-mail me. S# beings 171@#$ if that helps. Thank you.

          2. NV-245 12 string acoustic Epiphone by Norlin
            Junior

            I to have one of these guitars in excellent condition but know nothing about it nor can I find any info on it. If anyone has any info on this guitar would u please e-mail me. S# 171@#$ if that helps. Thank you.

          3. Nouveau by Gibson Mandolin
            Anonymous

            I also have a Nouveau by Gibson Mandolin. In excellent condition. Some say epiphone on the headstock . Mine says Nouveau by Gibson. Does anyone know the difference between the two ? I am looking to sell mine if anyone is interested .

          4. I have a 295 Epiphone guitar 12 string
            Wanda stokes

            I want to know about my guitar. It’s similar to the one you are describing, very large body, oval sound hole that sort of thing. The serial numbers are much lower than the other viewer. How much are this guitars being sold for?

            1. Epiphone NO-245 12-string
              Anonymous

              Did you ever find out the going asking price for your Epi Nova? I have one, too, that I want to sell, but haven’t a clue as to what it’s worth.

    1. Re: Gibson J45 Deluxe
      Ken Tully

      : I own a Gibson J45 Deluxe which I purchased in 1982 and would like some information about the guitar.

      : How many were produced? (Other versions have round shoulders unlike the J45 Deluxe with square shoulders.

      : What would be the approximate value in excellent condition?

      1. Re: Gibson J45 Deluxe
        Ken Tully

        Hi, I own a 69 Square Shoulder J45 Deluxe. Now the bad news. For no good reason, other than snobbery, the square shoulder J45s are not considered as collectable as the old "Robert Johnson" round shape. The tone and playability are, in my humble opinion, directly comparable and even warmer in the bass and mid tone region. Your Guitar is probably only worth about $1000 even if mint. I would never sell mine as I have had it since new and its been through a lot with me! Regards, Ken

        : : I own a Gibson J45 Deluxe which I purchased in 1982 and would like some information about the guitar.

        : : How many were produced? (Other versions have round shoulders unlike the J45 Deluxe with square shoulders.

        : : What would be the approximate value in excellent condition?

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Joe Morales
      Joe Morales

      I own a Gibson J45 Deluxe which I purchased in 1982 and would like some information about the guitar.

      How many were produced? (Other versions have round shoulders unlike the J45 Deluxe with square shoulders.

      What would be the approximate value in excellent condition?

  9. 1953 J-50
    Jim Anderson

    Factory order number Y 6297 14 inside guitar on neck block. Replaced tuners,bridge and pickguard. Top and sides and neck are crack free and in excellent plus condition. Back has one long crack that runs the length of lower back bout, one three inch crack just above that one and some crack damage between these two cracks (see photo). There was a screw placed on the heel that goes through the neck block inside. There appears to be some lacquer cracking or possible a stress hair line just below this screw that run across the heel. The screw must have been covered somehow. Both areas are only noticed upon very close examination. The nut and saddle do not look original. End pin is missing and the hole there looks a larger than normal however not large enough for a input jack? The neck is almost perfect and the action is very low with no buzzing. The guitar is very loud and sounds great!! Soft shell case. small crack on the back It is about 1 1/2 " long and seems to be a continuation of the longer crack. This one does not show on the inside. All the cracks have been glued no cleats were used. i i will include a set of single line 3 on a strip klusons with the guitar, however one button is pretty much gone and another is not to good. please email with question and more pics.

  10. Can anyone tell me what a J25 would be worth with a serial number (yes both inside the guitar and stamped on the back of the headstock) 012.
    Thanks
    Rod

    1. Re: GIBSON J25
      mary england

      : Can anyone tell me what a J25 would be worth with a serial number (yes both inside the guitar and stamped on the back of the headstock) 012.
      : Thanks
      : Rod

      coud you email a pic of it , and the serial #
      I have a j25 gibson

    2. Re: GIBSON J25
      mary england

      : Can anyone tell me what a J25 would be worth with a serial number (yes both inside the guitar and stamped on the back of the headstock) 012.
      : Thanks
      : Rod

      coud you email a pic of it , and the serial #
      I have a j25 gibson

      1. Re: GIBSON J25
        Joel Keaton

        I have a J25, and I love it, obviously condition has a great deal to do with the price, but if its in good shape you probably talking about $600-$700. I’ve had to replace the tuning pegs on mine and have read about others with the same problem. Its not a real common gibson, I blieve they only made them one or two years, 82-83. It didn’t sell to well, but since the fiberglass backs have become much more popular.

        : : Can anyone tell me what a J25 would be worth with a serial number (yes both inside the guitar and stamped on the back of the headstock) 012.
        : : Thanks
        : : Rod

        :
        : coud you email a pic of it , and the serial #
        : I have a j25 gibson

        1. Re: GIBSON J25
          gregg

          : I have a J25, and I love it, obviously condition has a great deal to do with the price, but if its in good shape you probably talking about $600-$700. I’ve had to replace the tuning pegs on mine and have read about others with the same problem. Its not a real common gibson, I blieve they only made them one or two years, 82-83. It didn’t sell to well, but since the fiberglass backs have become much more popular.

          : : : Can anyone tell me what a J25 would be worth with a serial number (yes both inside the guitar and stamped on the back of the headstock) 012.
          : : : Thanks
          : : : Rod

          : :
          : : coud you email a pic of it , and the serial #
          : : I have a j25 gibson

          they were in production 2 yrs not because of popularity but because ovation sued

    3. Re: GIBSON J25
      mary england

      : Can anyone tell me what a J25 would be worth with a serial number (yes both inside the guitar and stamped on the back of the headstock) 012.
      : Thanks
      : Rod

      1. Re: GIBSON J25
        Mike Peterson

        : : Can anyone tell me what a J25 would be worth with a serial number (yes both inside the guitar and stamped on the back of the headstock) 012.
        : : Thanks
        : : Rod
        Ypu could find out by going through Gibsons web site . Look under their blue book listings Mike

  11. 1968 J-45
    Jim Anderson

    Hi i am looking for an all Black or all red top Gibson J-45.
    They have the white screwed in pickguard and were made around 1968
    Please email me with price and condition if you have one for sale.

    thanks

    1. Re: 1968 J-45
      karl

      : Hi i am looking for an all Black or all red top Gibson J-45.
      : They have the white screwed in pickguard and were made around 1968
      : Please email me with price and condition if you have one for sale.

      : thanks

      Jim: I’m six years late but I have one. It’s black. Let me know if you are interested in learning more. Thanks. Karl

  12. Gibson J45 sunburst acoustic
    Don Shartzer

    I have this guitar for sale as old age and "artho" has arrived way too soon. I was told it was a 1953 model year and is in very good shape and looks real sharp. any interestes?

    1. Re: Gibson J45 sunburst acoustic
      Jim Anderson

      Don sorry i missed you phone call. I was not able
      to get phone number you left me to call. could you
      please call again or send me you phone number.
      I am at 770-339-2922 thanks.

      1. Re: Gibson J45 sunburst acoustic
        pete

        if this guitar is still for sale could you please email me at : arcterix100@hotmail. i am interested

        : Don sorry i missed you phone call. I was not able
        : to get phone number you left me to call. could you
        : please call again or send me you phone number.
        : I am at 770-339-2922 thanks.

    2. Re: Gibson J45 sunburst acoustic
      Mark Sayer

      : I have this guitar for sale as old age and "artho" has arrived way too soon. I was told it was a 1953 model year and is in very good shape and looks real sharp. any interestes?

      hi Don, sorry to hear the reason you’re having to sell your guitar… but i’d certainly be happy to give it a good home.
      so if you still have it for sale please email me your number
      and i’ll call you. thanks, Mark.

    3. Re: Gibson J45 sunburst acoustic
      Don Shartzer

      : I have this guitar for sale as old age and "artho" has arrived way too soon. I was told it was a 1953 model year and is in very good shape and looks real sharp. any interest.

      1. Re: Gibson J45 sunburst acoustic
        Jim Anderson

        Yes i am interested. If you could email me your phone number
        i will call you to discuss? I am at 770-339-2922

        thanks
        JIm Anderson

  13. 1978 les paul custom.
    Doug

    I would like any info on this year of customs. Are they good, bad? need to know since I have the chance to pick one up. much thanks.

      1. Re: ~*WANTED*~ Gibson Les Paul Gothic
        Chris Ryan

        : : I am extremely interested in a Gibson LP Gothic. Please e-mail if anyone i
        :I’ve got that guitar. I’ll sell it to you if you make me an offer that I can use toward buying a custom. I paid $1250 for it. It is in perfect shape.

    1. Re: ~*WANTED*~ Gibson Les Paul Gothic
      Scott Schilder

      : I am extremely interested in a Gibson LP Gothic. Please e-mail if anyone is interested in selling one thanx.

      Well you not having mine 🙂

    1. Re: gibson wrc Waine charvell 1987 model#81517574
      James Myers

      I own a couple of these guitars and have some detailed information on them. I have also talked to wayne charvel and his son personally on them. If you would like more info please email me at [email protected]

      Also I’m always willing to buy another one so email me to if you’re interested in selling.

      Thanks!

    2. Re: gibson wrc Waine charvell 1987 model#81517574
      bobmulkern

      i have one of these little devils and also can find no info. in partial answer to the how many made question, i found from someone else who owns one, that wrc, made three types of guitars with gibson alltogether totalling around 600. so what we have is indeed very rare. what its worth? i dont know. if you find any more info feel free to e-me. : would like information on this guitar; like how many were made,type of
      : material was used, maby a book…

      1. Re: gibson wrc Waine charvell 1987 model#81517574
        martin j makarick

        I have a WRC -Gibson model 83357581 I believe it was made in the early to mid 1980’s , I have been wondering what it might be worth any Ideas..

    3. Re: gibson wrc Waine charvell 1987 model#81517574
      jerry costello

      : would like information on this guitar; like how many were made,type of
      : material was used, maby a book…

      1. Re: gibson wrc Waine charvell 1987 model#81517574
        Gerald

        : : would like information on this guitar; like how many were made,type of
        : : material was used, maby a book…

        1. Re: gibson wrc Waine charvell 1987 model#81517574
          tommy

          i own one also…i bought it used…does anyone know what the original colors were? i’ve seem some pics on the internet of red ones, but mine is blue, but i think it was repainted by the previous owner. can anyone tell me about it? please email me.

        2. Re: gibson wrc Waine charvell 1987 model#81517574
          Doug St. John

          : : : would like information on this guitar; like how many were made,type of
          : : : material was used, maby a book…
          I have a 1988 model.The body is alder,neck maple,OBL pickups and a Kahler Spider tremilo.Seems to be rare.

          1. Re: gibson wrc Waine charvell 1987 model#81517574
            Don

            Here is a review: (Hope it helps). I have one out on EBAY – see link. Mine is signed by KISS guitarist.

            Gibson WRC
            Summary
            Manufacturer URL http://www.gibson.com
            Features 9.7 (3 responses)
            Sound 10 (3 responses)
            Action, Fit, & Finish 9 (3 responses)
            Reliability/Durability 8.3 (3 responses)
            Customer Support 3 (3 responses)
            Overall Rating 9.7 (3 responses)
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            Price Paid: US $329.99
            Purchased from: N/A
            Mid-west Exchange Pawn Shop

            Features: 9
            This beauty was born in the USA in 1987. Its got a solid body of Alder according to Gibson and a bolt on neck. The three pick up configuration is stacked humbuckers in neck and middle position and a "regular???" humbucker in the bridge position. There are switches to select pick ups, one volume knob and one tone knob. The volume knob has some sort of switch so when you push it down you get a little more oomph (pardon my overly technical description). This one has a very glossy red finish that is holding up remarkably for an axe that is 15 years old.
            It has all black hardware that consists of Grover (?) tuners and a Floyd Rose trem. The trem has bridge fine adjustment tuners and a locking nut is installed as well. This one (like all I’ve seen/read about) has an ebony fingerboard that is just gorgeous! Icing on the cake is the great Gibson case that came with this.

            Sound: 10
            My guitar playing is definitely coming from a rock n’ roll foundation. This guitar fits the bill perfectly. You can really dial in a number of different sounds by selecting different pick-up combinations and manipulating the tone (which has a VERY wide sonic band). I’m sure that if I had more competancy on this instrument I would be able to unlock even more of a variety of sounds. Now, this guitar does not have a "Gibson-ish" sound anywhere on it. Perhaps that’s why it didn’t do well in the market place.

            Action, Fit, & Finish: 9
            The action on this guitar is dreamy! The strings feel like melted butter. The downside to this is that I have to be real careful NOT to bend strings when I don’t want to.
            There are no apparent flaws that really make any difference but the bolt plate on the back of the neck is almost completely devoid of its finish. I’ve noticed this on several other Gibsons w/bolt on necks as well.
            The electronics are quiet as a mouse… quieter even, but I don’t believe that this has been played all that much before I got a year ago.

            Reliability/Durability: 8
            This guitar is a rock solid machine. I’m a klutz and I’ve bumped into a lot of things while wearing this around the house ( I practice using a Lil Smokey that I put in my pocket and then walk around). I haven’t yet chipped the finish and after 15 years theres no cracking what-so-ever. On this, as all my guitars, I replaced the strap buttons with locking ones. I’m fairly sure the factory ones were good, but I’m a klutz… you do the math.
            I’d use this guitar playing a gig without even thinking about it. The only reason I’d need a back up is in the case a string broke.

            Customer Support: 7
            See the other reviews on this model. I guess I got a bit more of a response from Gibson when I asked about this, but not much. As I bought it used from a pawn shop the warranty issue is n/a. But I will say that anytime I’ve spoken to anyone at Gibson, they were as helpful as one could expect. But I’d still like more company information on this model.

            Overall Rating: 9
            I’ve now been playing for just a bit over a year. I got into playing guitar because I’ve drummed for over 25 years and couldn’t find guitarists that were willing (or capable???) of speaking drummer. Well I got bit by the bug pretty well and have started buying pretty much anything I think is cool that I can scrape up the cash for. The only thing I don’t like about this guitar is the body style. I’ve always thought that the Strat style was a bit too generic. What slays me most is that for years and years I’ve loved the look of the SG! Angus plays an SG, Zappa has played them… so I got one, a nice one at that. This WRC plays much better and has a wider range of sounds. I kind of hate that but it’s a fact. Isn’t that petty of me?
            If you see one of these out there, you should check it out. They’re completely under-valued in the market place from what I’ve seen. It’s a fine instrument that will rival anything else your local music store can peddle to you.

            Submitted by Tom Sparrow at 02/22/2002 08:07

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            Price Paid: US $750
            Purchased from: N/A
            Wilson Music, Kingsport TN

            Features: 10
            1987 Gibson WRC. 1 Bridge Tapped/Split Coil Humbucker, and Two stacked hums for rhythm and neck. 3 toggle switches for p/u on and off for multiple pickup combo’s.

            Strat Style body with a Jackson’ish headstock. Floyd Rose Pt Trem, bridge tuners, and locknuts on headstock. Grover Tuning machines. Body seems to be Ash, Ebony fret board and maple neck. Solid black gloss finish everywhere but neck, with WRC and Gibson on the Headstock in Gold Script.

            Hand-Made by a joint venture between Wayne Charvel and Gibson in their Nashville TN plant. Cannot get any information from Gibson on the release of this guitar…

            Sound: 10
            The sound from this axe is phenomenal, I have played Jazz, Blues, Folk-Rock, and Metal. The variety of the pickup combinations and their tone is very versatile. Very little hum or noise. The neck pickup creates a thick bluesy (SRV ish)tone, while the split bridge humbucker can go from a thick creamy crunch to a strat scream with a click of the push/push volume pot.

            I play through a 1969 Fender Twin Reverb (silver face) and a 1981 Crate G-212.

            Action, Fit, & Finish: 8
            The action was low and clean. Overall the guitar was set up well except for the Tremolo Well. There was a large amount of paint overspray that caused the trem to rub inside the guitar body. Taking a scalpel I removed some of the overflowed paint on the inside and a 1/64 inch of wood in the corner and no problems.

            Reliability/Durability: 7
            It is now May 2001 and I have been playing on it since 1987… It currently needs some fretwork (couple of rubdowns), the 1/4 cord jack is loose, and the push push vol control no longer switches. The guitar is certainly playable now, but the noisy jack prevents any recording.

            This is excellent condition in my mind for a 15 year old guitar.

            Customer Support: 1
            None, Gibson does not admit it exists…

            Overall Rating: 10

            Submitted by George Conley at 05/30/2001 14:57

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            Price Paid: US $900 used
            Purchased from: N/A

            Features: 10
            This is the black-sheep guitar that knowbody wants to admit exsists.
            So they say, Wayne Charvel in 1987 was sub-contracted? by Gibson to design some "Custom" gitars. The WRC was so Good! that it really Pissed JACKSON OFF and there was imediate legal chatter. This one ,I think a show special, has a AAAquilted maple top, white binding front and back, binding up the neck and around the headstock,alder body with maple neck, rosewood fretboard, and NO tremelo. It has a three pick-up configuration and three pick-up on-off switches, for any combination of sounds. One humbucker and two single coils.

            Sound: 10
            This guitar has balls of sounds, smooth and bitey at the same time, with a fixed neck it has plenty of Les Paul style sustain. With the three pick ups you can get five or six types of pick up combinations.

            Action, Fit, & Finish: 10
            This guitar is meticulously set up with the best of Gibson And Charvel rolled into one. Charvel fans would freak at the beauty, tone and dream of a neck that this guitar has!

            Reliability/Durability: 10
            I’ve used this live and in the studio, people marvel at the beauty of the finish and for a fourteen year old guitar it’s perfectly strong and straight>

            Customer Support: 1
            Gibson does not want to talk about it, I’ve e-mailed them several times and all I get is " beat around bush"

            Overall Rating: 10
            I played this with a MXR dyna-comp,a George Dennis volume pedal, a boss CE-1. and a tweed 50 watt 1-12 Carvin that flat out kicks ass,dual-channel 2-EL34’s and five 12ax7’s. With the dyna-comp I can sustain a note ,go have a bite, anit still be sustainin’ win I git back!

            Submitted by Dana Angle at 02/10/2001 11:43

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            Summary
            Manufacturer URL http://www.gibson.com
            Features 9.7 (3 responses)
            Sound 10 (3 responses)
            Action, Fit, & Finish 9 (3 responses)
            Reliability/Durability 8.3 (3 responses)
            Customer Support 3 (3 responses)
            Overall Rating 9.7 (3 responses)
            Additional Info Search Web
            Submit a review for this product!

      1. I have one of the 200 sign WRC
        Mike

        I have one of the WRC models. It has a letter from Gibson with it, and has the bell cover with WRC in hand writing gold metal pin. It is a 1987, Red, has the brown leather case with red insides, but has no coil tap, just the three mimi switches. Also mine has the Gibson speed knobs not the metal knobs I see on others. I love it, and I know guitars and have own many of the best made. I currently have two vantage Les Pauls, two signature Stratocasters, a 80 fender lead-2, a 1959 Gretsch clipper, and this Gibson WRC. The Gibson holds its own next to any of the others, and is my go to guitar. I would never trade or sale this guitar. Not sure what the pickups are but man do they sound sweet, and the neck is so flat, smooth, and easy to play. best guitar of all super strats.

    1. Re: sg firebrand
      Roman

      Hello,

      I am willing to sell my SG FB Deluxe. It is in very good condition ’cause I have set my eyes on a SG Surpreme.

      Can you give me Idee how much you are willing to pay?

    2. Re: sg firebrand
      Ben Hussey

      I have a firebrand I think it is an off color of green the
      reason I think it is a firebrand is because of the on/off
      switch location and the dirty-humbucken pickup if you are
      interested I can take some pic’s and e-mail you…Cu Ben

    3. Re: sg firebrand
      Jeremy Welch

      I’ve got one. I found it in my grandpa’s closet. i believe its a walnut finish. everything works, stock pickups, the only thing i changed were the strings. how much are u willin to pay for it??? email me and tell me

  14. Gibson '63 ES 330 sunburst serial #175420
    lee ann

    My internet-less boyfriend is interested in selling his ’63 ES 330. It’s straight, the back is perfect, orig case
    Any interest, please contact me & I’ll put him in touch with you.
    Thank you.

    1. Re: Gibson '63 ES 330 sunburst serial #175420
      mike

      : My internet-less boyfriend is interested in selling his ’63 ES 330. It’s straight, the back is perfect, orig case
      : Any interest, please contact me & I’ll put him in touch with you.
      : Thank you.

  15. white gibson explorer
    jeff proffitt

    hey gang, i am looking for a WHITE gibson explorer. i want one from the 80’s, not a 76′ reissue. pleasa, no scratchplate! if it is in crappy shape that is cool but it must be original white. thanks jp

  16. I have a 1970 model ES 345 TDC in very good condition…..cherry red color…hardshell case….been stored for about 20 years….whats it worth? any interests??

    1. Re: ES-345-TDC
      Mal Barnes

      : I have a 1970 model ES 345 TDC in very good condition…..cherry red color…hardshell case….been stored for about 20 years….whats it worth? any interests??

      When you work out a price, let me know. I may be interested, depending on the $$$.

      1. Re: Silverburst custom les paul wanted
        p howard

        its not a silver burst it was green and faded its the guitar adam jones from tool uses and has a bad metallic sound most people hate

    1. Re: Silverburst
      Brian

      I have a ’79 Silverburst (Custom Les Paul) i’m willing to get rid of. It’s the nicest guitar i’ve ever played/had. It’s in great shape, and has original case. I’m only getting rid of it so i can get some other equipment, but if you’d want the "low down" on it all email me. I should have my digital camera back and running again w/in the next week, so i can take some pix of it.

      1. Re: Silverburst
        Chris Ryan

        : I have a ’79 Silverburst (Custom Les Paul) i’m willing to get rid of. It’s the nicest guitar i’ve ever played/had. It’s in great shape, and has original case. I’m only getting rid of it so i can get some other equipment, but if you’d want the "low down" on it all email me. I should have my digital camera back and running again w/in the next week, so i can take some pix of it.
        :Do you still have this guitar? I will buy it.

    1. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
      cliff i have a nighthawk custom for sale£1500

      : I am looking for a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Excellent to Mint condition, preferably with a Floyd Rose. Color is unimportant. Thanks.

      i have a night hawk custom i may sell £1500 mint cased, flame top px poss [email protected]

    2. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
      Mike

      I have a 1993 Gibson Nighthawk Standard 3 pickup version with the added a NSX Single Coil to the middle – serial number 93166420. It is in EXCELLENT shape in vintage sunburst color.

    3. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
      y

      : I am looking for a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Excellent to Mint condition, preferably with a Floyd Rose. Color is unimportant. Thanks.

      swap mine4a les 57 59

      1. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
        Ace wannabe

        : : : I am looking for a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Excellent to Mint condition, preferably with a Floyd Rose. Color is unimportant. Thanks.

        : : swap mine4a les 57 59 or ace 300 # 1

      2. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
        y

        : : I am looking for a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Excellent to Mint condition, preferably with a Floyd Rose. Color is unimportant. Thanks.

        : swap mine4a les 57 59 or ace 300#1

    4. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
      Colin

      : I have a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Mint/New condition, never used,gold Floyd Rose, for sale.
      Also, the same in fireburst, excellent, without Floyd Rose, for sale

      1. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
        arturo mawcinitt

        : : I have a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Mint/New condition, never used,gold Floyd Rose, for sale.
        : Also, the same in fireburst, excellent, without Floyd Rose, for sale

        1. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
          Joseph Caruk

          Hi:
          I don’t know how old this message is but I am interested in a 3 pickup Gibson Nighthawk Custom, sort of what is described as here. Is it still for sale? Could I get some more information on this guitar?

          Thanks

          Joe

          : : : I have a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Mint/New condition, never used,gold Floyd Rose, for sale.
          : : Also, the same in fireburst, excellent, without Floyd Rose, for sale

          1. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
            Joseph A. Caruk

            Hi Again: Well, I managed to find the guitar I wanted. In doing so, however, I also came across a nice 3 pickup custom that is for sale, if anyone is interested.
            thanks

            Hi:
            : I don’t know how old this message is but I am interested in a 3 pickup Gibson Nighthawk Custom, sort of what is described as here. Is it still for sale? Could I get some more information on this guitar?

            : Thanks

            : Joe

            : : : : I have a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Mint/New condition, never used,gold Floyd Rose, for sale.
            : : : Also, the same in fireburst, excellent, without Floyd Rose, for sale

      2. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
        larry chiappetta

        : : I have a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Mint/New condition, never used,gold Floyd Rose, for sale.
        : Also, the same in fireburst, excellent, without Floyd Rose, for sale

        I am looking for a nighthawk. Already have owned three. Is there much flame in the top and is it bookmatched. They can really vary. How much are you asking?

        1. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
          Joe

          Do you still have the Nighthawk without the Floyd Rose in Fireburst? If so, let me know. Also, it says Standard/Custom. Can you verify whether it is a Standard or a Custom model? Thanks! – Joe – 314-308-0173

          I have a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Mint/New condition, never used,gold Floyd Rose, for sale.
          : : Also, the same in fireburst, excellent, without Floyd Rose, for sale

          1. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
            jeremy

            im looking for a floyd model nighthawk ??
            jeremy [email protected]

            : I have a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Mint/New condition, never used,gold Floyd Rose, for sale.
            : : : Also, the same in fireburst, excellent, without Floyd Rose, for sale

      3. Re: Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard WANTED
        Jim Kay

        I have a ’93, "Custom Shop Edition", Nighthawk, with bound neck, & 2 P.U.s; Green-Blue finish, in good to "excellant" conditon. Want $650. for it. It is "One of a kind" (Probably a "proto-type")w/ hardshell,molded case.

    5. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Jerry
      Jerry

      I am looking for a Gibson Nighthawk Standard/Custom in Excellent to Mint condition, preferably with a Floyd Rose. Color is unimportant. Thanks.

  17. Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard
    Jerry

    I am looking for a Gibson Nighthawk Custom/Standard in Excellent to Mint shape with 3 Pickups, preferably with the Floyd Rose. Color is unimportant.

  18. help
    e.mcdougald

    i brought this guitar in the early to mid nineties. i cant find the numbers on it. its black with a butterfly painted around the center hole.it has gibson on the head with a epithone symbol.it looks like it might be from the e -seris…..something like clint black used to play.the butterfly is at the back of the hole at the bridge

      1. Re: 1961 Gibson ES 350 T
        Denver

        : : I am thinking of selling this guitar and am interested in its worth. Could someone help me? I’m interested in buying it. Thanks, Denver

  19. Gibson the Paul Firebrand Deluxe
    dawn

    I am looking for a Gibson the Paul Firebrand Deluxe with a high gloss polyeurtjane finish. Would like to get it for my husband he had it when he was a kid. Anyone that has one to sell please email me.

    1. Re: Gibson the Paul Firebrand Deluxe
      guillaume

      i have a gibson firebrand "the paul" deluxe. I am willing to sell it. It is black and gold. e-mail if interested.

    2. Re: Gibson the Paul Firebrand Deluxe
      arch whitman

      i have a les paul firebrand deluxe guitar for sale, it is natural walnut in color. please drop me a note, thanks, arch.

  20. Gibson the paul firebrand deluxe
    dawn

    I am still looking for a gibson the paul firebrand deluxe with a high gloss polyeurthane finish. My husband had one and I would really like to find one for him. If anyone has one they are interested in selling please email me. thanks

  21. Gibson the paul firebrand deluxe
    dawn

    I am still looking for a gibson the paul firebrand deluxe with a high gloss polyeurthane finish. My husband had one and I would really like to find one for him for him. If anyone has one they are interested in selling please email me. thanks

    1. Re: Gibson the paul firebrand deluxe
      Jamie Willms

      : I am still looking for a gibson the paul firebrand deluxe with a high gloss polyeurthane finish. My husband had one and I would really like to find one for him for him. If anyone has one they are interested in selling please email me. thanks

      1. Re: Gibson the paul firebrand deluxe
        DD Bluz

        : : I am still looking for a gibson the paul firebrand deluxe with a high gloss polyeurthane finish. My husband had one and I would really like to find one for him for him. If anyone has one they are interested in selling please email me. thanks

        I have had my Firebrand 335s deluxe since 1981. Looks like an SG crossed with a Les Paul Junior. All original, frets replaced 4 years ago. Fabulous guitar. Never seen with gloss finish. I would sell it for 850.

        DD

  22. Need info on Gibson Global 495B bass
    Jared

    someone please tell me about the bass. I know Gibson made them, but i dont know how much they are worth, and stuff like that. Well someone please help me!

    Thanks

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