{"product_id":"1964-gibson-sg-standard-cherry-red-w-vibrola-ohsc","title":"1964 Gibson SG Standard — Cherry Red w\/ Vibrola \u0026 OHSC","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration, \u003cstrong\u003eGarrett Park Guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e presents this exceptional \u003cstrong\u003e1964 Gibson SG Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e finished in its original, vibrant \u003cstrong\u003eCherry Red\u003c\/strong\u003e and equipped with a factory \u003cstrong\u003eGibson Vibrola\u003c\/strong\u003e, complete with the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal hardshell case\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1964, the SG Standard had replaced the Les Paul as Gibson’s premier solidbody electric, defined by its lightweight, deeply contoured mahogany body and powerful humbucking pickups. Instruments from this period are especially prized for their \u003cstrong\u003eBrazilian rosewood fingerboards\u003c\/strong\u003e, comfortable neck profiles, and the legendary \u003cstrong\u003ePatent Sticker humbuckers\u003c\/strong\u003e that shaped the sound of countless classic recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example remains in \u003cstrong\u003enear-mint condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, an increasingly rare distinction for a pre-Norlin SG. The original \u003cstrong\u003eCherry Red nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e finish is remarkably well-preserved, retaining strong color saturation with minimal fade and only the lightest evidence of careful use. It presents as a true standout — equally compelling as a collector-grade instrument and a serious player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one-piece \u003cstrong\u003eHonduran mahogany neck\u003c\/strong\u003e features a \u003cstrong\u003ecomfortable, slightly chunky profile\u003c\/strong\u003e that fills the hand without feeling cumbersome, offering excellent stability and an inviting feel across the fingerboard. The Brazilian board with \u003cstrong\u003etrapezoid inlays\u003c\/strong\u003e is clean and unworn, and the guitar plays effortlessly up and down the neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics are anchored by a powerful and articulate set of original \u003cstrong\u003eGibson Patent Sticker humbuckers\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering the unmistakable midrange authority, clarity, and dynamic response that define great early-’60s SGs. The pickups balance warmth and bite beautifully, excelling at everything from rich, sustaining leads to aggressive rhythm work. Original reflector knobs, dual volume and tone controls, and a 3-way toggle complete the classic SG control layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware includes the factory \u003cstrong\u003eGibson Vibrola \u003c\/strong\u003etailpiece and \u003cstrong\u003eTune-o-Matic\u003c\/strong\u003e bridge, all finished in nickel with only minimal tarnishing. The guitar resonates loudly and evenly unplugged, translating to a lively, responsive feel when amplified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1964 SG Standard represents a rare opportunity to acquire a \u003cstrong\u003ebeautifully preserved, original example\u003c\/strong\u003e from one of Gibson’s most celebrated eras—offering iconic looks, ferocious tone, and outstanding playability in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes complete with its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Gibson hardshell case\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel \u0026amp; Year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSG Standard\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear of manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e1964\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e246518\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHonduran Mahogany\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriginal Cherry Red nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e7lbs\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; 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