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The Gibson Custom Shop SG Standard Reissue brings back the iconic 1961 SG, a guitar that changed the course of rock history. First introduced when the Les Paul went on a short hiatus, the 1961 SG became an instant classic with its lightweight double-cutaway design and powerful tone. This reissue faithfully recreates the original while adding modern features for today’s players. Whether you want vintage vibes or modern performance, the Gibson Custom Shop SG has you covered.

Iconic Design, Legendary Tone

The 1961 SG features a solid mahogany body with a sleek double-cutaway shape, making it instantly recognizable and perfect for comfortable playing. This lightweight design ensures great balance and resonance, ideal for long practice sessions or live performances. Equipped with Custombucker Alnico III pickups, the SG delivers warm, clear tones for clean playing and a fiery edge for distorted leads. This Gibson Custom Shop SG captures the sound that shaped rock music.

Comfortable Neck and Smooth Playability

The 1961 SG is built for speed and precision. Its slim mahogany neck and bound rosewood fingerboard feel smooth and comfortable, allowing for fluid solos and easy chord changes. Plek’d frets provide accurate intonation and effortless bends, while the classic 24.75" scale length adds a familiar, responsive feel. This SG is a dream to play, whether you're strumming chords or shredding solos.

Versatile Pickups and Tone Controls

This SG is equipped with dual Custombucker pickups, each with its own volume and tone controls for ultimate sound control. The 3-way toggle switch lets you quickly select the neck pickup, bridge pickup, or both, for a wide range of tones. Orange Drop capacitors provide sweet, vintage-inspired sounds, giving you warm, full tones for rhythm playing and bright, cutting tones for leads. The 1961 SG adapts to any musical style, from blues to hard rock.

Ready for the Stage

The Gibson Custom Shop SG is built to perform. The ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and aluminum stop-bar tailpiece offer excellent sustain and tuning stability, even during intense playing. Vintage Deluxe tuners with keystone buttons ensure precise tuning and classic looks. Finished in nitrocellulose lacquer, this guitar ages beautifully while enhancing its resonance. A hardshell case is included to keep your SG safe wherever you play.
Gibson Custom 1961 Les Paul SG Standard Reissue Stop-Bar VOS Electric Guitar Cherry Red
Gibson Custom 1961 Les Paul SG Standard Reissue Stop-Bar VOS Electric Guitar Cherry Red
Gibson Custom 1961 Les Paul SG Standard Reissue Stop-Bar VOS Electric Guitar Cherry Red

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  • Nitrocellulose lacquer finish on a solid mahogany body for vintage looks and rich tone
  • Slim mahogany neck with a bound rosewood fingerboard for smooth and fast playing
  • 24.75" scale length and 22 frets for classic Gibson feel
  • Dual Custombucker Alnico III pickups for warm, clear, and powerful tones
  • Independent volume and tone controls with Orange Drop capacitors for enhanced versatility
  • 3-way toggle switch for quick and easy pickup selection
  • ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and stop bar tailpiece for great sustain and tuning stability
  • Vintage Deluxe tuners with keystone buttons for reliable tuning and classic style
  • Plek'd frets for precise intonation and easy bending
  • Includes hardshell case for safe transport and storage

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Body
  • Body shape: Double cutaway
  • Body type: Solid body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: SlimTaper
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fingerboard
  • Material: Indian Rosewood
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium-jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid
  • Nut width/material: 1.687" (42.85 mm) Graph Tech
Pickups
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Custombucker Alnico III 
  • Bridge: Custombucker Alnico III
  • Brand: Gibson
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Parallel
Controls
  • Control layout: Individual volume, individual tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: ABR-1
  • Tailpiece: Stop-bar
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Country of origin: United States

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5

2 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Like they say, the pinnacle of craftsmanship
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Reviewed by 2 customers

  • Like they say, the pinnacle of craftsmanship

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byBill

    fromNorth Carolina

    This is my first custom shop purchase with 30 plus years of playing. It was a bit unexpected, but the outstanding customer service from my GC rep made it happen. I am absolutely impressed with this instrument. It's the finest playing SG I've ever played and is worth every penny.

  • I would buy this again.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byDave P

    fromRichmond, VA

    If you remove all the strings to restring, the bridge can move by itself requiring a re-setup.

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