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Description
Gibson Barney Kessel (regular model)
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Product specs
| Brand | Gibson |
| Model | Barney Kessel Custom |
| Finish | Sunburst |
| Year | 1961 - 1974 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Hollow Body Guitars |
| Artist | Barney Kessel |
| Body Material | Maple |
| Body Shape | Double Cutaway |
| Body Type | Hollow Body |
| Bridge/Tailpiece Type | Stop-Bar |
| Color Family | Orange, Red |
| Finish Pattern | Sunburst |
| Finish Style | Gloss |
| Fretboard Material | Rosewood |
| Model Family | Gibson Barney Kessel |
| Model Sub-Family | Gibson Barney Kessel Custom |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Number of Frets | 20 |
| Number of Strings | 6-String |
| Pickup Configuration | HH |
| Right / Left Handed | Right Handed |
| Scale Length | 24.75" |
| Series | Gibson Artist Collection |
| Wood Top Style | Plain |
FAQs
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What is the neck profile of the Gibson Barney Kessel guitar?
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The Gibson Barney Kessel features a neck borrowed from the flagship Super 400, known for its comfortable playability and the long 25.5” scale length, providing a smooth playing experience ideal for jazz and other complex styles.
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What kind of pickups are in the Gibson Barney Kessel guitar?
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The Gibson Barney Kessel is equipped with dual humbucking pickups (HH configuration), delivering a warm, rich tone suitable for jazz and versatile enough for various music genres.
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Is the Gibson Barney Kessel suitable for jazz music?
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Yes, the Gibson Barney Kessel is designed with jazz musicians in mind, offering a hollow body for resonant tones and humbucking pickups that provide the warmth and clarity needed for jazz performances.
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What materials are used in the construction of the Gibson Barney Kessel guitar?
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The Gibson Barney Kessel features a maple body and a mahogany neck with a rosewood fretboard, combining durability with a rich tonal quality favored by many guitarists.
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How does the Gibson Barney Kessel handle feedback due to its hollow body design?
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The hollow body design of the Gibson Barney Kessel can be more prone to feedback at high volumes, but its construction and humbucking pickups help manage and reduce unwanted feedback, making it suitable for controlled live performances.
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User experience
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Post-fretwork, the guitar transitioned from a buzz-fest to one of the best-playing instruments, demonstrating the impact of expert craftsmanship.
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Build quality
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A 1963 Gibson Barney Kessel still retains its original frets, which were leveled and crowned to restore excellent playability.
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Mentioned in this March 16, 2017 Above the Fold interview with Hultquist's wife, Drum & Lace.
In terms of guitars, my (also composer) husband is the guitar player of the house, and has an array of guitars including a ’62 Gibson Barney Kessel and ’62 Fender Custom Shop Jazzmaster Reissue.
Comprei no Ebay e foi um risco, porque é uma guitarra bastante cara. É a guitarra que eu pego quando quero ter um som jazzy em estúdio ou ao vivo. E já a toquei em palco. É de 1968 e custa para aí uns 3500€.
In the video titled "Vintage Gibson Barney Kessel Models | Regular vs Custom" by R.J. Ronquillo on YouTube, Ronquillo confirms his use of a Gibson Barney Kessel guitar by stating, "I bought 2 for chrissakes!"
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