1965 GibsonES-345 XII – Sunburst
How cool is this original 1965 Gibson ES-345 XII in Sunburst, featuring a factory large crown inlay on the headstock? This is the first ES-345-XII we’ve seen, as they commonly used ES-335 specs with the 12-string configuration. The original owner might’ve figured the bigger headstock needed larger ornamentation, and the large crown definitely stands out more than the standard-sized crown inlay! As far as twelve strings go, this has to be one of the most well-rounded and full-sounding of the bunch, with each note having a beautiful clarity. The neck fills the palm nicely, and the string spacing is perfectly set for easy playing and precise picking. This guitar was well maintained and most likely spent most of its life stored in its case or on a guitar stand, as evidenced by the mild impression from a stand on the neck.
Overall Condition: 9, light surface scratches and impression from old guitar stand
Specifications:
- Finish Details: Sunburst, Original, Excellent Condition with mild scratches, impression from old guitar stand
- Body Material: Maple Laminate
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Fretboard Material: Rosewood
- Neck Profile: Medium C
- Weight: 8 lbs 9 oz
- Scale Length: 24-3/4"
- Pickup Readings: N: 7.71K B: 7.84K
- Electronics: Original, Untouched
- Hardware: Original, Excellent Condition with light playwear
- Nut Width: 1-11/16"
- Includes: Epiphone Grey Hardshell with Blue lining, may be the original from the store
Sku: G228
$27,995
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