Description
The Gibson USA SG Standard ‘61 returns to the classic design that made it such a well-loved instrument that has spanned multiple generations and genres. Gibson has kitted the SG Standard 61 with vintage specs to give you an iconic instrument that features powerful Burstbucker pickups, a unique colourway, and a comfortable slim tapered neck profile.
Dual ‘60s Burstbucker
Loaded within the all Mahogany construction are two Burstbucker pickups that project a bright tonal character giving you the ability to crank up the gain for sharp soloing, or clean chord progression that utilises the hotter output and high-end treble.
Comfortable Taper
The slim tapered neck offers you a comfortable playing profile that is a staple of Gibson guitars and sought after by many due to its versatility in playability. The gloss finish on the neck provides a smooth feeling to be able to move easy up and down the neck with ease.
Key Features
- Unique Styling – The unique finish stands out as a renowned Gibson colour being presented on this SG to give you a modern-looking model with classic specifications for the contemporary player.
- Comfortable Slim Tapered Neck Profile – Easy to pick up and play, the slim tapered neck makes Gibson so sought after for its comfortable range that puts you closer to the fretboard perfect for a wide variety of playing styles.
- ‘60s Burstbucker Pickups – Projecting vibrant, sharp, and clean tones for you to crank up the gain without losing the high-end and giving you that famous Gibson sound.
Specifications
Body
- Body Shape: SG
- Body Wood: Mahogany
Neck
- Neck Wood: Mahogany
- Neck Profile: Slim Taper
- Scale Length: 24.75″ (628.65 mm)
- Fingerboard Wood: Rosewood
- Number of Frets: 22
- Binding: 1-Ply
- Inlays: Acrylic Trapezoids
- Nut Type: Graph Tech
- Nut Width: 1.693″ (43 mm)
Hardware
- Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Tailpiece: Aluminium Stop Bar
- Tuners: Vintage-Style Keystone
- Hardware Colour: Nickel
Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: Burstbucker 61R
- Neck Pickup: Burstbucker 61T
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone
- Pickup Switching: 3-Way Toggle
Miscellaneous
- Case: Hardshell Case (Included)




















