{"product_id":"1966-gibson-es-347","title":"1966 Gibson ES-345","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration, \u003cstrong\u003eGarrett Park Guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e presents this \u003cstrong\u003eall-original 1966 Gibson ES-345\u003c\/strong\u003e, finished in its original \u003cstrong\u003esunburst nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1966 represents a distinctive and highly collectible period for Gibson’s ES line—firmly rooted in the golden-era craftsmanship of Kalamazoo while incorporating the aesthetic and tonal refinements that define mid-’60s examples. With its laminated maple body, Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, Patent Number humbuckers, and iconic split parallelogram inlays, this ES-345 captures the unmistakable elegance and sonic authority that have made these instruments enduringly desirable among players and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular guitar presents in \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent overall condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing \u003cstrong\u003ebelow-average play-wear\u003c\/strong\u003e and a subtle pattern of \u003cstrong\u003elight lacquer checking\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout. The original sunburst finish has aged gracefully, retaining its depth and vibrance while developing the subtle character and visual texture that only six decades of natural aging can impart. Structurally, the instrument remains exceptionally clean, with no cracks, breaks, or repairs. There is one mark on the back of the neck (pictured), likely from a capo, that is almost imperceptible when playing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emahogany set neck with Brazilian rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e features a comfortable \u003cstrong\u003emedium C profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, measuring .85\" at the first fret and .98\" at the 12th. Combined with its traditional \u003cstrong\u003e1 9\/16\" nut width\u003c\/strong\u003e, the neck offers the fast, articulate feel characteristic of mid-’60s Gibsons while retaining enough depth for a substantial, confident grip. The original medium jumbo frets remain in excellent condition, and the guitar plays effortlessly up and down the neck with low action and no buzzing or dead spots. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics are entirely original, anchored by a pair of \u003cstrong\u003ePatent Number humbuckers\u003c\/strong\u003e reading 8.51kΩ (bridge) and 8.66kΩ (neck). These pickups deliver the warm, articulate low end, complex midrange bloom, and smooth yet present high frequencies that define a great mid-’60s semi-hollow. Original pots, capacitors, transitional wiring (metal braid, cloth, plastic), and switches preserve the instrument’s authenticity and dynamic response as well as the stereo wiring that ES-345s are famous for. The \u003cstrong\u003eABR-1 bridge and trapeze tailpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e provide excellent resonance and sustain, while the original 5-ply pickguard, gold reflector knobs, and black chickenhead selector complete the classic look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1966 Gibson ES-345 represents a rare opportunity to acquire an \u003cstrong\u003eall-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoriginal, beautifully preserved example\u003c\/strong\u003e from one of the most musically inspiring periods of Gibson production—equally suited for the serious player, discerning collector, or anyone seeking an honest, clean vintage ES with exceptional tone and feel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNoteable players include blues legends B.B. King \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(who used 345s\/355s before his signature \"Lucille\") Freddie King, George Harrison, Elvin Bishop, and now Marcus King and Joe Bonamassa. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes complete with its clean \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Gibson hardshell case\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\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\u003eGibson \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eES-345\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\u003e1966\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\u003e840418\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\u003eMaple\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 sunburst 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\u003e8lb 9oz\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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