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Gibson / ES-330 TDC / 1964 / Cherry Red / Guitar

Here from one of our favourite years for Gibson, a fine example of Kalamazoo’s craftsmanship, the 1964 ES-330 TDC.

Its status is in no small part due to the neck profile and the 43mm nut width. The medium chunky nature of this neck, similar to that of the Gibsons from 1959, makes for a satisfying playing experience coupled with resonant hollow body and 15th fret neck joint.

The guitar is original bar the pickup covers which, although original, look as if they may have been been sprayed at some point in the guitars life. This, if it offends you greatly, could probably be removed but it does not detract from the vibrant, deep gloss cherry red of the body that highlights the fine wood grain both front and back perfectly. Framed by its cream binding and understated nickel hardware, this is truly a worthy icon. The wide bevel pickguard bringing a touch of pinstriped class to the proceedings.

The combination of neck joint position and shallow hollow body brings a tonal blend of warmth and top end clarity unique to the 330. The pleasing acoustic tone soothes as well as bites in equal measure, a characteristic further enhanced by the pair of original P90 pickups. This guitar exemplifies the resurgence in popularity of the P90 as a viable tonal option. The neck is a pleasure to play with its smooth gloss finish enhancing the mahogany grain underneath. 

For a guitar of this age it is in very fine condition but obviously does have some dings here and there, nothing too severe though. Please see the many pictures in the Gallery page for details.

Included with the guitar is a non-original hardshell case.

Like its Electric Spanish brothers and sisters, the ES-330 is a fantastic instrument and this example from 1964 would make the perfect addition to any collection. As lovely to look at as it is to play.

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Vintage Gibson, Fender and Martin from 1940's-1970's
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Hello we’re ATB Guitars.


We are one of Europes leading sellers of vintage and rare guitars. We only sell vintage Gibson and Fender electric guitars from 1950 until 1975 and have an extensive inventory to browse in our bricks and mortar store in Cheltenham, UK or in our online web store.

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Should you not be absolutely delighted with your purchase you may return it to Cheltenham, at your own expense, within 7 days from the date of delivery for a full refund. The item must not have been altered or tampered with in any way, and it must arrive in the same condition as it left us.

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We ship within the UK by Royal Mail Recorded (small items under 2Kg), TNT or UPS and Worldwide by Royal Mail Airmail Signed For (small under 2Kg) Parcelforce, UPS or FedEx. All shipping prices include expert packing, cartons and packing materials but not insurance which is typically around 2% of items value. Currently approx shipping rates for a single guitar are as follows:

UK excluding Northern Ireland and Highlands £29
Most of mainland Europe £49
U.S.A. £129
Asia £149 - £190
Rest of World including S. America £149 - £275

 

 
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