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Up for sale, a 1969 Gibson ES-345 TDC in 100% original, collector-grade condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. One of Gibson's premier semi-hollow models, the ES-345 TDC is an upscale version of the 335, with gold hardware and a six-position Varitone rotary switch, still factory wired for stereo operation. This ES-345 has a feel that is comfortable and intuitive, delivering a bold acoustic bark that translates well through the original patent sticker T-Top humbuckers.
The bridge pickup has plenty of percussive cut, treble sparkle, and midrange sweetness, while the neck humbucker is mellow and warm, with expansive, harmonically-rich bloom. Engaging the six-position rotary Varitone switch provides access to five very distinct tones (1st position bypasses the Varitone) for varying degrees of thinned out snap and midrange focused cut. This ES-345 weighs 8lbs 6oz, professionally setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with 10-46 strings, low action, and accurate intonation.
Neck Specs:
-Wood: Mahogany, three-piece
-Shape: Substantial C, full shoulders, measuring .905” 1st fret, 1.105” 12th fret
-Fretboard: Rosewood, split parallelogram inlay
-Frets: Medium jumbo, leveled and crowned, no wear (fairly low crowns)
-Scale Length: 24 3/4”
-Nut: 1 9/16”
-Tuners: Kluson Deluxe double line, single ring
Body Specs:
-Wood: Maple, maple centerblock
-Pickups: T-Top humbucker x2, Patent # decals on baseplates
-Controls: Volume x2, Tone x2, Varitone (six-position rotary) Three-way pickup selector
-Hardware: ABR-1 bridge with nylon saddles, trapeze tailpiece
-Plastics: Witch hat knobs, chickenhead (Varitone) knob, four-ply black pickguard, stereo truss rod cover
-Serialization: Orange oval Kalamazoo label
The gloss Cherry nitro lacquer finish is 100% original with no touch-up or overspray, exhibiting broad checking across the body. Exceedingly clean, cosmetic wear is limited to some light finish scratches and very minor marks, largely constrained to the back.
The original black tolex hardshell case with gold plush interior is included.
The bridge pickup has plenty of percussive cut, treble sparkle, and midrange sweetness, while the neck humbucker is mellow and warm, with expansive, harmonically-rich bloom. Engaging the six-position rotary Varitone switch provides access to five very distinct tones (1st position bypasses the Varitone) for varying degrees of thinned out snap and midrange focused cut. This ES-345 weighs 8lbs 6oz, professionally setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with 10-46 strings, low action, and accurate intonation.
Neck Specs:
-Wood: Mahogany, three-piece
-Shape: Substantial C, full shoulders, measuring .905” 1st fret, 1.105” 12th fret
-Fretboard: Rosewood, split parallelogram inlay
-Frets: Medium jumbo, leveled and crowned, no wear (fairly low crowns)
-Scale Length: 24 3/4”
-Nut: 1 9/16”
-Tuners: Kluson Deluxe double line, single ring
Body Specs:
-Wood: Maple, maple centerblock
-Pickups: T-Top humbucker x2, Patent # decals on baseplates
-Controls: Volume x2, Tone x2, Varitone (six-position rotary) Three-way pickup selector
-Hardware: ABR-1 bridge with nylon saddles, trapeze tailpiece
-Plastics: Witch hat knobs, chickenhead (Varitone) knob, four-ply black pickguard, stereo truss rod cover
-Serialization: Orange oval Kalamazoo label
The gloss Cherry nitro lacquer finish is 100% original with no touch-up or overspray, exhibiting broad checking across the body. Exceedingly clean, cosmetic wear is limited to some light finish scratches and very minor marks, largely constrained to the back.
The original black tolex hardshell case with gold plush interior is included.
