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Description

The Gibson Super 400 CES Florentine stands as a testament to craftsmanship and musical versatility, bridging the gap between the worlds of jazz elegance and rock robustness. This semi-hollowbody electric guitar is revered for its exquisite tonal range, offering the warmth of a hollow body with the bite and feedback resistance of a solid body. The Florentine cutaway not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also provides musicians with unparalleled access to higher frets, making it a favorite for soloists and rhythm players alike.

The Super 400 CES Florentine is equipped with dual humbucking pickups, tailored to deliver a rich, full-bodied sound that can seamlessly transition from smooth jazz chords to sharp rock riffs. The guitar's finely crafted maple body, paired with a solid spruce top, ensures a resonant and vibrant tone. The ebony fingerboard provides a silky playing experience, complementing the guitar's distinctive sound profile.

Whether you're performing on stage or recording in a studio, this instrument promises exceptional sound clarity and sustain. The Super 400 CES Florentine is more than just a guitar; it's a work of art designed for the discerning musician looking to make a lasting impression with both sound and style.

Key Features:

  • Semi-hollowbody construction with Florentine cutaway
  • Dual humbucking pickups for versatile tonal options
  • Maple body with solid spruce top
  • Ebony fingerboard for smooth playability
  • Renowned for its rich, full-bodied sound and exceptional sustain
Normans Rare Guitars

Normans Rare Guitars

Guitar of the Day: 1966 Gibson Super 400CES | Kirk Fletcher at Norman's Rare Guitars

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Guitar of the Day: 1966 Gibson Super 400CES | Kirk Fletcher at Norman's Rare Guitars

Normans Rare Guitars

Normans Rare Guitars

Video thumbnail for Gibson Super 400CES from 1968 by Wolfgang Pointner

Gibson Super 400CES from 1968

Wolfgang Pointner

Wolfgang Pointner

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See how Chris Squire uses Gibson Super 400 CES Florentine

Chris Squire

Singer, Bassist

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Chris Squire is confirmed to use the Gibson Super 400 CES Florentine, as evidenced by his performance with the band Conspiracy in the video titled "Chris Squire Red Light Ahead," available on Gadzooks.

See how Elvis Presley uses Gibson Super 400 CES Florentine

Elvis Presley

Singer, Guitarist

The Blue Moon Boys

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Elvis borrowed Scotty Moore’s Super 400 during the ‘68 Special for part of the set.

See how Kenny Burrell uses Gibson Super 400 CES Florentine

Kenny Burrell

Guitarist

Kenny Burrell & Coleman Hawkins

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A Living Legend’s Primary “Weapons” The Gibson Super 400 has been your trademark guitar for many years. When did you first begin playing one, and what attracted you? It was probably in the late 1960s. I’d been using a D’Angelico New Yorker, which was the same size as a Super 400 (18? body). I like that body size – and where my elbow rests. What I like about the Super 400 (CES) is the humbucking pickup. I originally used the Charlie Christian bar pickup; that’s what I had in my L-5 and L-7 guitars [in the late ’50s/early ’60s]. But the humbuckers had no noise and worked better, especially when I had to turn up the volume with people like Jimmy Smith. They are more “utilitarian,” if you will. I prefer the Super 400 model with two humbuckers and a Florentine cutaway. With that cutaway, I can get my whole hand up there.

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