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In this video, Mac Demarco is playing a Gibson SG Original with a Gibson Lyre Vibrola. more

In this video of Oasis playing a gig in 1996, Noel Gallagher can be seen playing a Gibson SG electric guitar during the song "Cum On Feel... more

Johnny Marr says, "The 1963 Gibson SG that was my main guitar until it was stolen from the Healers show at the Scala, London in 2000. Ama... more

Between 0:03-0:06 in this video, Jamie Cook is seen using this Gibson SG Original guitar on the intro to "R U mine?" to get that unique t... more

Luke Hemmings can been seen playing a Gibson SG Original through a Marshall amp in this photo. more
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Classy
So, in the past I've always been a Gibson guy and I've owned 3 prior to this one. All of which I kind of regret letting go. I've always loved the SG. It is a guitar that has history in the hands of a couple of my biggest influences (Pete Townsend, Tony Iomi and even Hendrix to name a few). So when I finally had the cash to spend on a nice guitar this was my choice. It has it's pros and cons but I will say that I like using it in the studio. I play it with the band but when it comes to live shows I always go back to my Strat, If nothing else for the Strat's dependability in to tone and tuning stability. Don't let the name of this guitar fool you. This is an Standard with a Vibrola and Lyre tail piece.... and it was over priced. I have considered letting it go but when I think of the amount I paid for it I just can't bare to let it go for $800.
Conclusion: I own it, I like the history, I've used it in multiple recordings but I get more out of my MIM Strat.

The Gibson
Because it's made out of one piece of wood it has a beautiful sound and I suggest that every should get one.

"Body"
Used this guitar on the 10-track mixtape I made- including guitar tracks that would make it onto the album version of "Body". Sold soon after that was made, only used on the one track.
I need an SG. This one is beautiful and incorporates a ton of early model features I like. I'm particularly fond of the slimmer 60s necks.