{"product_id":"1962-gibson-sg-1","title":"1962 Gibson SG — Player-Grade","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"0a07053f-8212-4aa8-87ba-1cb738964038\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"0a07053f-8212-4aa8-87ba-1cb738964038\" data-turn-id-container=\"0a07053f-8212-4aa8-87ba-1cb738964038\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-11\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:3a1b3394-99a8-4cb1-9497-87559778e9f3-5\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:3a1b3394-99a8-4cb1-9497-87559778e9f3-5\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:3a1b3394-99a8-4cb1-9497-87559778e9f3-5\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-3 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"71644c8e-901e-491a-8262-f0df00f685bc\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eFor your consideration, Garrett Park Guitars presents this \u003cstrong data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eplayer-grade 1962 Gibson SG\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eThis 1962 example retains many hallmark features of the period, including its \u003cstrong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"208\"\u003elightweight mahogany construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"227\"\u003echerry finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eBrazilian rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e. The finish appears to be original and remains in remarkably well-preserved condition overall, showing only expected signs of age and use. The guitar is fitted with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"468\"\u003eBigsby B5 vibrato\u003c\/strong\u003e and there are two visible screw holes behind the bridge from a previously reversed modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eEarlier in its life, this instrument received a\u003cstrong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"649\"\u003e headstock graft replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e, likely following a fall. The new headstock is joined to the neck via a long triangular splice clearly visible in the photos. While the repair was not executed to professional standards—resulting in an\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eincorrect headstock angle—the guitar remains \u003cstrong\u003efully playable\u003c\/strong\u003e. The absence of a serial number on the neck is consistent with this repair history. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDespite the missing serial number, we are able to confidently confirm 1962 as the year of manufacture based on the original potentiometers, which carried the code 1346241.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eThe neck otherwise offers the slim, fast-playing feel associated with early SGs, while the fingerboard retains excellent vintage character and response. The tuners are later \u003cstrong data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003edouble-ring Kluson Deluxe-style machines\u003c\/strong\u003e, likely unbranded replacements rather than genuine Klusons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eElectronically, the guitar has been fully modified and is no longer in original configuration. It is now fitted with a set of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eFralin Pure PAF pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eFralin wiring harness\u003c\/strong\u003e, which includes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e.05 mfd tone capacitor\u003c\/strong\u003e. This modern, high-quality loadout delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003earticulate vintage-inspired tone\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eexcellent clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003eresponsive dynamic range\u003c\/strong\u003e, while significantly improving overall reliability and consistency. The pickup covers are later replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003eOverall, this 1962 Gibson SG represents a compelling \u003cstrong data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eplayer-grade vintage instrument\u003c\/strong\u003e with strong \u003cstrong data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eearly-SG character\u003c\/strong\u003e and excellent tonal appeal. While it features significant non-original work, it remains a highly resonant and inspiring example of Gibson’s early SG design, offering outstanding playability and tonal versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\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\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003eGibson SG\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear of manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e1962\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNone present\u003c\/em\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\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSolid body double-cutaway\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMahogany\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriginal cherry nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\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\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMahogany, set\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriginal Brazilian rosewood\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSlim C\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadius:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e12\"\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e1.70\"\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e.74\" (1st), .87\" (12th)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInlays:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePearloid trapezoid\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrets:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNon-original (approx. .100\" x .027\")\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDouble-ring Kluson Deluxe-style replacements\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHeadstock replaced at some point with non-professional execution resulting in incorrect headstock angle; no serial number present\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge \/ Tailpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eABR-1 with unbranded Bigsby B5 vibrato\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModification Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eScrew holes behind bridge from reversed modification\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickguard:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSmall guard\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnobs:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBlack reflector knobs\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickup Covers:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLater chrome covers\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickups:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFralin Pure PAF pickups\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring Harness:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFralin wiring harness with .05 mfd tone capacitor\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpedance \/ DCR readings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e8.2kΩ\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e7.8kΩ\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Fair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFair vintage condition with honest cosmetic wear throughout\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOriginal finish remains largely well-preserved with strong color retention\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeadstock replacement with non-professional execution and subsequent professional re-gluing and stabilization\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eExtra screw holes behind bridge from reversed modification\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFralin Pure PAF pickups and wiring harness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLater tuners and Gibson case\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eProfessionally set up for comfortable playability\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49594738999535,"sku":"1346241_SG","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5341\/files\/player-grade-1962-gibson-sg-4.jpg?v=1781035374","url":"https:\/\/gpguitars.com\/en-ca\/products\/1962-gibson-sg-1","provider":"Garrett Park Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}