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Description
The Gibson RD Standard reintroduces a cult classic to the modern stage, reviving its legacy with a blend of vintage allure and contemporary craftsmanship. Originally produced for a brief period in the late '70s, this electric guitar is a rare gem beloved by collectors and rock enthusiasts alike. The RD Standard is built with a mahogany body and neck, providing the warm, resonant tones synonymous with Gibson's prestigious lineage. An ebony fingerboard tops off the neck, offering a crisp bite that complements the guitar's powerful output.
Equipped with the legendary Dirty Fingers pickups, the RD Standard delivers an aggressive, high-gain sound perfect for punchy riffs and sustained solos. This reissued version retains the classic '50s neck profile, ensuring a comfortable grip for both vintage aficionados and new-age players. The chrome hardware, including Grover tuners, ensures reliable performance and tuning stability, while the Nashville bridge and stopbar tailpiece contribute to its robust sustain.
Whether you're a seasoned performer revisiting the sounds of yesteryear or a modern musician seeking something extraordinary, the Gibson RD Standard stands out as a unique addition to any collection. Its distinctive features and limited production make it not just an instrument, but a piece of musical history.
Key Features:
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany with '50s profile
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Scale Length: 24 3/4"
- Number of Frets: 22
- Nut Width: 1.695"
- Inlays: Dot
- Hardware Plating Finish: Chrome
- Bridge: Nashville with Stopbar tailpiece
- Tuners: Chrome Grover
- Pickups: Dirty Fingers (Neck and Bridge)
- Controls: Two Volume, One Tone, Three-Way Switch
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1977 Gibson RD Standard - Demo
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The 1977 model is particularly rare, with only around 900 units produced, and ebony finishes are even less common compared to the natural ones.
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I am pretty sure that it was Lee Ronaldo using this guitar more than Thurston but in this picture Thurston Moore is using the Gibson rd. Thurston used it in the late 90s and maybe the early 2000s.
This guitar was used in "13 guitar metal song", and it can be heard 0:09 into this video.
In the image, Izzy Stradlin is depicted holding a tobacco sunburst-colored Gibson RD Standard.
In this video, we can see Fluff demoing his 1977 Gibson RD Standard. He talks about the guitar from 5:25 onwards.
in this photo you can see Mark Cuppello using the Gibson RD Artsist Standard Bass while performing live at Finsbury Park in London UK - 07 Jun 2013.
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