Vintage 1969 Gibson Les Paul “Recording” Bass, Walnut, Stainless Steel Refret, USED

$3,499.99

SKU: ISS11313#892127 Categories: , ,

Description

Manufactured in Kalamazoo, Michigan from only 1969-1971, this rare 1969 Gibson Les Paul “Recording” Bass shows noticeable, but attractive patina one would expect with a vintage instrument! Scratches, dings, and buckle rash are evident, but these imperfections are cosmetic in nature only and do not affect the functionality of the instrument. A significant finish  crack on the back of the headstock can also be found, but does not go through to the wood. Very structurally sound and in excellent playing condition! Nickel hardware shows normal wear and the “D” tuning machine is missing its cover. Plastic input jack plate shows one tiny crack at one of the screw holes.

Our master luthiers have taken this already great bass and made it even better with some fantastic upgrades! A full stainless steel refret was performed, a new bone nut was handcrafted/installed and the bridge was replaced with a brand new Hipshot Supertone! The original Gibson bridge shows noticeable caving, but is included along with the original frets for the the purists! All other components (including the potentiometers) appear to be original! A very cool piece that isn’t likely to stick around long. Make it yours today!

Original hardshell case is missing its handle, but features all working latches and hinges.

Specs & Features

  • Body: British Honduras mahogany
  • Neck: Three-piece British Honduras mahogany
  • Fretboard: Brazilian rosewood
  • Fretboard Radius: 12″
  • Frets: 24 stainless steel
  • Nut: Handcrafted bone
  • Pickups: Dual Gibson low impedence-humbuckers
  • Controls: Volume, Treble, Bass, 3-way tone selector switch, phase switch, 3-way pickup selector switch
  • Control Knobs: Top Hat Bell Reflector
  • Bridge: Hipshot Supertone
  • Tuners: Schaller sealed gear
  • Scale Length: 30 1/2″
  • Nut Width: 1 1/2″
  • Actual Weight: 11.3 lbs.
  • Country of Origin: USA
  • Case/Gig Bag: Original hardshell

Additional information

Manufacturer

Gibson

Model

ISS11313

Serial

892127

Case

ISS11313