ITEM:
Here we have a Vintage Unbranded Les Paul Gold Top Copy, MIJ w her original hard case.
*Summary*
Made in Japan during the mid 70’s to early 1980s~~but, we have no reliable id for company or maker. Regardless, this is a nice example of the lawsuit copies of popular US made guitars that were produced by Ibanez, Kawai & a plethora of other Japanese manufacturers.
This gal features a mahogany pancake body construction, gold painted mahogany top (veneer), w 2 unidentified double black bobbin exposed humbuckers. Gibson ABR-1 style of bridge, stop tailpiece, inlaid MOP fret markers, gold Gibson witches hat style V & T controls, black tip pup selector, 6 die cast individual sealed tuning machines on a black peghead Gibson style open book carved headstock w bellflower truss rod cover. Goldilox comes with her original hard shell case.
SPECIFICATIONS
Guitar Dimensions: 12 ⅞” W x 1 ¾“ depth x 40” length.
Scale length: 24.5”
Nut width: 1.625”
String space: 3/8”
Mahogany bolt on neck w rosewood fingerboard & chrome 4 bolt neck plate(stamped “MADE IN JAPAN”)
Weight: 8lbs (light weight for LP copy)
Case Weight: 4lbs 8oz
*Condition*
Lots of playwear, mainly on body, frets are very meaty w lots of life left.
Neck pick up is currently low output & probably should be replaced.
Dings, rubs, bruises & scratches exist from decades of usage. No breaks, cracks, nor any other major issues. This gal is a player, although not considered to be in “player grade” condition. 3 of the 4 silver toned V & T control tops are missing. No biggie.
A massively loved & played NATURAL relic w tons of mojo!!
Fresh pro inspection, maintenance & complete setup w fresh E. Ball .009’s by Dave Fecca Guitar Repair.
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Shipping insurance is included. Instrument will be boxed in a heavy box & will be shipped via USPS, FedEx or UPS. Or, this can be picked up locally at our physical bricks and mortar shop in Collingswood, NJ 08108.
***This item is subject to prior sale.***
If you have any interest in purchasing this fine instrument, please feel free to make us an offer. We're full time general antique dealers and negotiating is a large part of our business. Just saying.……
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