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Description
Experience the harmonious blend of classic design and modern innovation with the Gibson SG "The Fool" solid body electric guitar. Revered for its distinctive double-cutaway body shape, this guitar is a must-have for musicians who value both aesthetics and functionality. Originally inspired by the iconic 1960s psychedelic art, "The Fool" offers not just a striking visual appeal but also a rich sonic landscape that caters to a wide range of musical styles.
Crafted with a mahogany body and neck, this guitar ensures a warm, resonant tone that is both soulful and dynamic. The slim neck profile facilitates fast, comfortable playability, making it ideal for both rhythm and lead guitarists. Its dual humbucker pickups deliver a robust output, capable of handling everything from crisp cleans to gritty overdrives. The Gibson SG "The Fool" also features a durable tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece, ensuring precise intonation and consistent performance for every gig or recording session.
The guitar's impressive tonal versatility is amplified by its responsive controls, allowing you to seamlessly switch between different sound textures. Whether you're shredding on stage or practicing in the studio, the Gibson SG "The Fool" promises to be a reliable companion in your musical journey.
Key Features:
- Mahogany body and neck for a warm, resonant tone
- Dual humbucker pickups for versatile sound
- Slim neck profile for fast, comfortable playability
- Tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece for precise intonation
- Distinctive double-cutaway body shape
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1962 Gibson SG "The Fool"
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I have the feeling that Eric had given that guitar up, because it went through a number of hands before I got it. I think he gave it to George Harrison, and I’d heard that Paul Kossoff from Free owned it, too. I got it from Jackie Lomax, who was signed to Apple. This was when I was up in Woodstock working with the Band.
The guitar was in horrible shape at the time. The paint job was all flaked off because they never put a sealer on it. It didn’t have the original tailpiece, the neck was a mess at one point, the headstock snapped off. I did a lot of work on it. I played it for decades, and I owned it until the mid-Nineties. I owed the IRS a lot of money, so I auctioned it off. But I did get to play it onstage with Ringo—with Jack Bruce, we did “Sunshine of Your Love,” which I thought was appropriate.
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