Sunburst, EX-. First, finding a nice Gibson L-5 is rare. They made almost a thousand Les Pauls for every L-5. Gibson does not currently offer the legendary L-5CES because you need to find someone with the skill to hand carve, tap tuning as you remove just the right amount of wood by hand. That same...

A very fine example of a PAF electric L-5., pro refret and perfect setup make this effortless to play. No cracks or other modifications. Full warm and rich tone when plugged in. In its original brown case.

One off, custom ordered '61 L-5CES, cherry red with black top. Has to be the only one on earth. Wonderful sounding and playing, completely original, PAF's of course. Fair amount of wear to the gold plating, otherwise very very clean. *Video Demo Here https://youtu.be/wVO81CYgsc4

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Unusually beautiful and superb sounding orange label L-5 CES. Neck pickup is later '70's, great pro refret. This is the closest you can get to a pre '61 L-5 CES and for lots less $, point being we're talking here about a solid back instead of laminate which the sharp cut L-5s have.

2003 Gibson L-5 CES JH Master Model Natural Archtop Electric Guitar, Serial #22603001. This 2003 Gibson L-5 CES JH (James Hutchins) Master Model is a custom-ordered, high-end archtop electric guitar, showcasing exceptional wood selection for both its carved top and back. The fine, even-grained...

1961 Gibson L-5 CES Sunburst Archtop Electric Guitar, Serial #38028. This 1961 Gibson L-5 CES in sunburst finish is a well-preserved example of Gibson's premier archtop electric guitar. It features its original PAF pickups, with no cracks, repairs, or modifications. The original frets show minimal...

Scotty Moore was more than just Elvis’s guitarist—he was a pioneer whose playing on tracks like “That’s All Right,” “Mystery Train,” and “Heartbreak Hotel” set the foundation for generations of musicians. Known primarily for his ES-295 and L-5 CES, Scotty also played this very Gibson Chet Atkins...

Sunburst, one of only 4 made that year. A jaw dropping work of art and tone. EX. Not every guitar description requires a post-graduate history lesson so forgive us but the Super 400 is the state of the art in guitar building of the era. Super 4’s were $400 when the acoustic version was...

Modeled after the Gibson L-4 CES comes the Ibanez 2455 archtop. 16" wide body, Florentine Cutaway, Two original Super 70 Humbucking Pickups, L-5 style tailpiece, Signed F-hole label, and Star Back Tuners. Missing pickguard, Pickup covers removed, and the neck pickup surround is a replacement. Very...

This vintage electric guitar from 1957 is a true gem for any musician or collector. With a stunning Gibson L-5CES model, this guitar is sure to impress. The brand speaks for itself and the quality of this instrument is unparalleled. Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or just starting out, this...

Just in from the Orlando Guitar Show is a gorgeous 1974 Gibson L5 Custom in sunburst. This guitar was high end instrument in '74 and was introduced as a slimmer solid body L5. It features a killer 3 piece flamed top, maple top/back/sides, harmonica bridge, classic L5 tail piece, gold hardware,...

This Gibson L5S was made in the USA in 1972. This example has been played quite a bit and there is visible wear but no serious or structural damage. It is all original except for the tuners and it has been refretted. The guitar has been pro-setup in our store and plays great and it comes with...

1998 Gibson L-5 Studio White Archtop Electric Guitar, Serial #90238010. This 1998 Gibson L-5 Studio is a striking semi-hollow body electric guitar, finished in a clean white lacquer with simple black binding for a sleek and minimalist look. Designed as a Studio model, it features dot inlays on an...

1929 Gibson L5 Sunburst Archtop Acoustic Guitar, Serial #84098. This 1929 Gibson L-5 is a stunning example of one of the most historically significant archtop acoustic guitars ever made. As one of the first modern archtops, the L-5 set the standard for jazz guitars and remains an enduring classic....

PRICE : (JPY) 2,200,000yen CONDITION : EX+++ TOP : Spruce SIDE BACK : Figured Maple FINGER BOARD : Ebony BRIDGE : Ebony NUT WIDTH : 45 mm BRACING : pararell bracing PICKGUARD : Non-Original Tortoise SCALE : 628 mm BINDING : White TUNER : non-original Waverly Please contact us if you...

Gibson L-5 Master Guitar from 1927, in excellent condition. In 2024, we marked the centenary of the L-5 model, an absolutely central and iconic guitar in the pantheon of 20th-century American lutherie, and what is more, of decisive historical importance for the evolution of these instruments –...

1942 Gibson L-5 in excellent condition. Carved spruce top, flame maple back, sides, and neck, ebony fingerboard with pearl block inlays, Brazilian rosewood bridge, replacement gold plated Grover Imperial tuners, and a sunburst nitrocellulose lacquer finish. This was Roy Smecks personal guitar and...

1947 GIBSON L5 FOR SALE, HIGHLY FIGURED / FLAMED MAPLE BACK AND SIDES,FLOWERPOT HEADSTOCK INLAY, ORIGINAL TUNERS,Body size at lower bout: 17". Scale length: 25.4" Nut Width: 1 11/16",All original hardware includes original engraved deco L-5 tailpiece; original quintuple bound dark tortoise...

1997 Gibson L5 Studio Blueburst Archtop Electric Guitar, Serial #90737010. This 1997 Gibson L5 Studio features a stunning and rare original Blueburst finish, making it a standout piece from Gibson's Custom Shop. The bright and clean finish is complemented by single black binding, which blends...

1991 Gilchrist Model Five in good condition. Based on but not identical to a 1920's Gibson L-5, this 25.5" scale 16" archtop guitar was the 2nd L-5 built by Gilchrist. This guitar is constructed with a parallel braced Englemann spruce soundboard, flamed red maple back and sides, 3-piece flame maple...

1956 Gretsch 6199 Convertible in “Bamboo Yellow” and “Copper Mist” back, The guitar is in incredible condition. All original, no alterations, cracks or repairs. Beautiful big neck and low action, Grover Imperial tuners work great. The spruce top and 17” body is much like the Gibson L5 of the...

Vintage 1959 BYRDLAND with original PAF The Byrdland, Gibson's top-of-the-line model, is a triple-threat instrument with luxurious looks, high playability, and a beautiful sound. Byrdland was introduced in 1955. The L5, Gibson's top-of-the-line full-acoustic model, was introduced in 1955.BassThe...

1962 Gibson Johnny Smith Custom in excellent condition. This Gibson has a replacement L-5 tailpiece and a TonePro’s pickup, and a replaced pickguard. Aside from this the guitar is all original and has no history of repairs. The guitar was constructed with a spruce top, flamed maple back, sides, and...