We've left this page up for reference only. Our guitars are fully guaranteed. Initially virtually identical to the double cut Melody Makers, these guitars eventually developed an asymmetrical body with a slightly larger upper horn with the Olympic Special, and a higher-end model which shared a body with the later Epiphone Coronet, Wilshire, and Crestwoods called the Olympic Double.
[3] In 1967 on the "SG Melody Maker" both two and three pickup versions and a twelve-string version were introduced, the Melody Maker II, III and XII respectively.
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The Melody Maker was just one of many guitars released under Ted McCarty's term as president and visionary of Gibson between 1948 and 1966. If you're wondering where your favorite is, it may be coming next time, or we might not be aware of it, so feel free to leave your faves in the comments section. Not a VintageandRare member?Sign up here: 1959 Gibson Melody Maker, Sunburst, Single Cutaway, nice chunky 59 neck profile, Early wide pickup, Original tuners reinstalled, Cool guitar! 1962 Gibson Melody Maker Sunburst Electric Guitar, GIBSON MELODY MAKER SUNBURST 1961 VINTAGE USA DOUBLE CUT WITH GATOR CASE. It's in good condition for its age, and everything works except the tone knob.
The CEO of Gibson said in reference to the new Melody Maker that it could "almost be considered a reissue of a 1959 Gibson Melody Maker." Summer Travel Guitars. Phone Hours | Good Luck! [2], Though Gibson stopped production of the Melody Maker in 1971, they continued manufacturing the classic single cut and double cut melody maker body style at various points throughout the years.[6]. [2] Rare examples were made to order in other custom Gibson colors e.g. In 1959, Gibson introduced the Melody Maker sans any mention of the Les Paul name on the guitar. $2,250.00, Sunburst, thin body, maple neck and fretboard with dot inlays, big fat neck, dual pickups, three-way selector switch, cool, knobs and pickguard, no issues and plays ok. Comes with the
Currently set up with medium low to low action, and the strings ring out clearly across the board. Fun size. Used Vintage Gibson Melody Maker 3/4 Sunburst 1959.
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$650.00, phone: (651) 699-1913 Cosmetic Condition: The headstock cracked all the through from front to back some time ago & was glued back together.
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Open-back strip tuners in good working condition. A 3/4-sized Melody Maker debuted the same year as well. Wrap-around bridge with nickel hardware. EX-.
I'd suggest getting the tone knob fixed before you sell the guitar. [2] The body style was changed again in 1966 to that of the Gibson SG.
VG+, OSSC, $2,695. Like both the original Melody Maker and the original Junior, the Les Paul Melody Maker featured dot inlays as fretboard markers and did not have a cap on its top. A quick glance at the Melody Maker shows the similarity in design to the timeless Les Paul.
The All American line was discontinued in 1998.[10]. A local music store offered me $450, but I don't know if this is a fair price or not. The strings ran from a straight-sided simplification of the traditional Gibson headstock at one end to a wraparound bridge/tailpiece unit at the other. The finish was black with a pearloid pick guard. Let me start by saying that it's a smart move to find out what your guitar is really worth before you consider selling it. In 2011 Gibson released the Flying V Melody Maker, Explorer Melody Maker, SG Melody Maker and the Les Paul Melody Maker. Get back to making music with the industry's fastest turnaround time, Fix it the first time with our award-winning, factory-certified Service Department.
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These upgrades along with their still set-neck construction put these guitars slightly higher in price than their bolt-on neck replacements, but still very much affordable. Orangewood Guitars Oliver Acoustic Giveaway! Cream City Music will buy a single piece or an entire While we carry a large selection of acoustic and electric guitars in our vintage guitar shop, we also carry specialties like mandolins and banjos.
This is one of the more affordable vintage Gibson guitars. Featured builders, Send message to: Garys Classic Guitars, USA, 1999 - Terry Rogers Guitars - Mallie Prototype. Gibson Melody Maker - Reissue of a classic! We not only sell rare guitars, but we buy them as well. Pick a subscription plan and sign up in 60 seconds. So many of these were raided for the bridge or other parts finding a factory original one is getting hard to find. $4,500.00, Bends 3 strings, 7 lbs 14 oz, Tobacco Sunburst, Alder body, 22 fret maple neck, truss rod at headstock, mild relic, Fender vintage style locking tuners, HyperionTone solderless harness, custom audio taper CTS pots Don't let someone try to convince you that your treasure is actually trash. Your guitar is a 1960 Melody Maker. collection with up to $500,000 paid same-day for your gear. Original frets show a tiny bit of wear, but have tons of life in them.
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In 1986, Gibson issued a Melody Maker with a single-cutaway body. 2020's - Gibson - Collectors Choice 'Gruhn Burs 2010 - Gibson - Melody Maker Slash Alnico II Pro, 2003 - Gibson - Les Paul Studio By Rick Garcia.
Copyright 2022 G & A Music No project is too big or small, so give us a call today and let's talk gear! The 7/8 wide pickup makes it special. The guitar is offered in satin finishes and is one of the most economical Gibson guitars in recent years. Do you want to sell your used or vintage guitar, Gain access to our Dealers Collective and interact with other members of V&R. The Gibson Melody Maker is an electric guitar made by Gibson Guitar Corporation.
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It was expensive, however, and plans were already underway by the end of 1953 to produce a more affordable model called the Les Paul Junior. It's not a high-end case, but original is the key word here.
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6 pounds 9 ounces, its light with the stronger pickup and big neck, Brazilian fretboard with one changed dot inlay.
We can tell this by the single-cutaway body that was only produced between 1959 and 1961, and the 0 53XX" serial number. Colloquially known as the SG Melody Maker, it gained the SG's pointed "horns", while a large white scratchplate and white pickup covers replaced the black.
This cute, little 3/4 size model sports the fatter single coil pickup & nicely rounded mahogany neck. The low offer on your Melody Maker shows how important it is to do your research when buying or selling a guitar, especially if it's something that's been sitting in a closet for several years and may have appreciated in value. The case is a little rough, but still very usable.
The All American II featured two high output single coil pickups creating a tonality similar to a hotrodded telecaster than a typical Gibson instrument.
Single-ply black pickguard with Melody Maker logo still intact. More than likely, the potentiometer is bad and needs replacing, but that's an inexpensive repair. melo special custom jm2 See how Sweetwater goes to great lengths to give you the very best online guitar buying experience. They are limited edition and the colours available are Blue, Satin White and Ebony. A Sweetwater Sales Engineer will get back to you shortly. Until 1961, Gibson solidbodies were dated with the first number of the serial number corresponding to the last digit of the year built: The 0" represents 1960. Hand selected from all across the globe, each brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the world of music gear. The latest builders 1965 Gibson Melody maker with original alligator case. The Melody Maker was essentially a budget version of the Les Paul Junior with a thinner body, a narrow headstock without the wings, and a thinner pickup with no pole pieces. Original hang tags in the case. The original Gibson Melody Maker was first launched in 1959 and discontinued in 1971. In 1974-75 Gibson finally moved to the much more cost-efficient bolt-on necks with the Gibson Marauder and then the Gibson Sonex of the 80s. Thank you for your request. Lore Reverse Soundscape Generator from Walrus Audio.
Check out the great alternatives on this page or call toll-free (800) 222-4700 to speak with a Sweetwater Sales Engineer about similar products. All Photos and Text 2001 - 2022 Copyright Willie's Guitars. Case: Vintage "alligator" chipboard case included. [3], The SG Melody Maker alongside the rest of the SG line was discontinued and replaced by the short-lived SG 100, 200 and 250 of 1972, quickly replaced by the more traditional SG I, II, and III. Every guitar we sell has been thoroughly inspected to ensure top quality condition. Two humbucking pickup models with two thumb switches were also made but are hard to find. Become a partner
Originally introduced as a student model, much like the Les Paul Junior, the Melody Maker became a player's favorite for its light weight, comfortable neck, and great tone.
[3] In 1967 on the "SG Melody Maker" both two and three pickup versions and a twelve-string version were introduced, the Melody Maker II, III and XII respectively.
Full sound.
(800) 222-4700. Sign up for news from vintageandrare, get special featured product offers, industry insights and find vintage instruments. Upgrade, downgrade, cancel at any time.
The Melody Maker was just one of many guitars released under Ted McCarty's term as president and visionary of Gibson between 1948 and 1966. If you're wondering where your favorite is, it may be coming next time, or we might not be aware of it, so feel free to leave your faves in the comments section. Not a VintageandRare member?Sign up here: 1959 Gibson Melody Maker, Sunburst, Single Cutaway, nice chunky 59 neck profile, Early wide pickup, Original tuners reinstalled, Cool guitar! 1962 Gibson Melody Maker Sunburst Electric Guitar, GIBSON MELODY MAKER SUNBURST 1961 VINTAGE USA DOUBLE CUT WITH GATOR CASE. It's in good condition for its age, and everything works except the tone knob.
The CEO of Gibson said in reference to the new Melody Maker that it could "almost be considered a reissue of a 1959 Gibson Melody Maker." Summer Travel Guitars. Phone Hours | Good Luck! [2], Though Gibson stopped production of the Melody Maker in 1971, they continued manufacturing the classic single cut and double cut melody maker body style at various points throughout the years.[6]. [2] Rare examples were made to order in other custom Gibson colors e.g. In 1959, Gibson introduced the Melody Maker sans any mention of the Les Paul name on the guitar. $2,250.00, Sunburst, thin body, maple neck and fretboard with dot inlays, big fat neck, dual pickups, three-way selector switch, cool, knobs and pickguard, no issues and plays ok. Comes with the
Currently set up with medium low to low action, and the strings ring out clearly across the board. Fun size. Used Vintage Gibson Melody Maker 3/4 Sunburst 1959.
email: info@williesguitars.com

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From beginners to rock stars, millions of music makers rely on our Sales Engineers' expertise to help achieve their musical goals. $3,500.00, Set-neck 5-string electric bass, mahogany body with walnut top and maple veneer accent, 5-piece maple neck with 4 walnut veneers, ebony fingerboard, dual truss rods, sealed gold Alembic-branded Gotoh tuners, brass
Open-back strip tuners in good working condition. A 3/4-sized Melody Maker debuted the same year as well. Wrap-around bridge with nickel hardware. EX-.
I'd suggest getting the tone knob fixed before you sell the guitar. [2] The body style was changed again in 1966 to that of the Gibson SG.
VG+, OSSC, $2,695. Like both the original Melody Maker and the original Junior, the Les Paul Melody Maker featured dot inlays as fretboard markers and did not have a cap on its top. A quick glance at the Melody Maker shows the similarity in design to the timeless Les Paul.
The All American line was discontinued in 1998.[10]. A local music store offered me $450, but I don't know if this is a fair price or not. The strings ran from a straight-sided simplification of the traditional Gibson headstock at one end to a wraparound bridge/tailpiece unit at the other. The finish was black with a pearloid pick guard. Let me start by saying that it's a smart move to find out what your guitar is really worth before you consider selling it. In 2011 Gibson released the Flying V Melody Maker, Explorer Melody Maker, SG Melody Maker and the Les Paul Melody Maker. Get back to making music with the industry's fastest turnaround time, Fix it the first time with our award-winning, factory-certified Service Department.

These upgrades along with their still set-neck construction put these guitars slightly higher in price than their bolt-on neck replacements, but still very much affordable. Orangewood Guitars Oliver Acoustic Giveaway! Cream City Music will buy a single piece or an entire While we carry a large selection of acoustic and electric guitars in our vintage guitar shop, we also carry specialties like mandolins and banjos.
This is one of the more affordable vintage Gibson guitars. Featured builders, Send message to: Garys Classic Guitars, USA, 1999 - Terry Rogers Guitars - Mallie Prototype. Gibson Melody Maker - Reissue of a classic! We not only sell rare guitars, but we buy them as well. Pick a subscription plan and sign up in 60 seconds. So many of these were raided for the bridge or other parts finding a factory original one is getting hard to find. $4,500.00, Bends 3 strings, 7 lbs 14 oz, Tobacco Sunburst, Alder body, 22 fret maple neck, truss rod at headstock, mild relic, Fender vintage style locking tuners, HyperionTone solderless harness, custom audio taper CTS pots Don't let someone try to convince you that your treasure is actually trash. Your guitar is a 1960 Melody Maker. collection with up to $500,000 paid same-day for your gear. Original frets show a tiny bit of wear, but have tons of life in them.
Sweetwater Sales Engineers help you buy music gear with confidence.
In 1986, Gibson issued a Melody Maker with a single-cutaway body. 2020's - Gibson - Collectors Choice 'Gruhn Burs 2010 - Gibson - Melody Maker Slash Alnico II Pro, 2003 - Gibson - Les Paul Studio By Rick Garcia.
Copyright 2022 G & A Music No project is too big or small, so give us a call today and let's talk gear! The 7/8 wide pickup makes it special. The guitar is offered in satin finishes and is one of the most economical Gibson guitars in recent years. Do you want to sell your used or vintage guitar, Gain access to our Dealers Collective and interact with other members of V&R. The Gibson Melody Maker is an electric guitar made by Gibson Guitar Corporation.
Bacon, T. "The Ultimate Guitar Book" p. 88 Dorling Kindersley Limited, 1991, Epiphone Coronet, Wilshire, and Crestwoods, "Instrument Archive - Rory Gallagher | The Official Website", Vintage Gibson Guitar - Gibson Melody Maker, "Blue Book of Electric Guitars Sixth Edition - Gibson Electric Guitars and Basses", Gibson Electric Guitars - Discontinued Models, "Gibson Joan Jett Signature Melody Maker", "Super Colliders: Deerhoof's Ed Rodriguez and John Dieterich", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Gibson_Melody_Maker&oldid=1096732124, Articles with dead external links from January 2017, Articles with permanently dead external links, Pages using multiple image with auto scaled images, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Sunburst, Fire Engine Red, Pelham Blue, Sparkling Burgundy, Walnut, This page was last edited on 6 July 2022, at 08:44. ,
It was expensive, however, and plans were already underway by the end of 1953 to produce a more affordable model called the Les Paul Junior. It's not a high-end case, but original is the key word here.
You could WIN all five new Maestro Pedals from Gibson in this PG Perks Exclusive Giveaway!
Now is the perfect time to get the gear you want with simple promotional financing.

We can tell this by the single-cutaway body that was only produced between 1959 and 1961, and the 0 53XX" serial number. Colloquially known as the SG Melody Maker, it gained the SG's pointed "horns", while a large white scratchplate and white pickup covers replaced the black.
This cute, little 3/4 size model sports the fatter single coil pickup & nicely rounded mahogany neck. The low offer on your Melody Maker shows how important it is to do your research when buying or selling a guitar, especially if it's something that's been sitting in a closet for several years and may have appreciated in value. The case is a little rough, but still very usable.
The All American II featured two high output single coil pickups creating a tonality similar to a hotrodded telecaster than a typical Gibson instrument.
Single-ply black pickguard with Melody Maker logo still intact. More than likely, the potentiometer is bad and needs replacing, but that's an inexpensive repair. melo special custom jm2 See how Sweetwater goes to great lengths to give you the very best online guitar buying experience. They are limited edition and the colours available are Blue, Satin White and Ebony. A Sweetwater Sales Engineer will get back to you shortly. Until 1961, Gibson solidbodies were dated with the first number of the serial number corresponding to the last digit of the year built: The 0" represents 1960. Hand selected from all across the globe, each brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the world of music gear. The latest builders 1965 Gibson Melody maker with original alligator case. The Melody Maker was essentially a budget version of the Les Paul Junior with a thinner body, a narrow headstock without the wings, and a thinner pickup with no pole pieces. Original hang tags in the case. The original Gibson Melody Maker was first launched in 1959 and discontinued in 1971. In 1974-75 Gibson finally moved to the much more cost-efficient bolt-on necks with the Gibson Marauder and then the Gibson Sonex of the 80s. Thank you for your request. Lore Reverse Soundscape Generator from Walrus Audio.
Check out the great alternatives on this page or call toll-free (800) 222-4700 to speak with a Sweetwater Sales Engineer about similar products. All Photos and Text 2001 - 2022 Copyright Willie's Guitars. Case: Vintage "alligator" chipboard case included. [3], The SG Melody Maker alongside the rest of the SG line was discontinued and replaced by the short-lived SG 100, 200 and 250 of 1972, quickly replaced by the more traditional SG I, II, and III. Every guitar we sell has been thoroughly inspected to ensure top quality condition. Two humbucking pickup models with two thumb switches were also made but are hard to find. Become a partner
Originally introduced as a student model, much like the Les Paul Junior, the Melody Maker became a player's favorite for its light weight, comfortable neck, and great tone.