A mahogany version of the mythical Moderne

Gibson Custom is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates the Gibson legacy through accuracy, authenticity, and attention to detail.

In the late 50s, Gibson designed a trio of futuristic-looking “Modernist” models that were intended to bring fresh, modern-looking designs to the product lineup. These included the Flying V™, the Futura™, which was the precursor of the Explorer™, and the Moderne™. While the Flying V and Futura/Explorer would eventually be released in 1958, the Moderne’s history is less certain. Some sources say that a few prototypes were built but never sold and were later destroyed. Others report that a few Modernes may have escaped into the wild, but to this day, no authenticated physical examples of 1957 Modernes have ever been found. It’s one of the greatest unsolved mysteries of the guitar world, a puzzle that continues to intrigue and engage guitar enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Radically “space age” in appearance when it was patented in 1957, like the Explorer and Flying V, the Moderne was way ahead of its time and still looks fresh, modern, and unique today. This is a testament to its enduring appeal and timeless design, which continue to captivate guitarists and collectors worldwide. Now, Gibson Custom is making this fabled guitar available to more players than ever with the introduction of the 1957 Mahogany Moderne Reissue. It features all of the hallmarks of the originals, based on records and the patent application drawing in the Gibson archives, with the only difference being that mahogany has been substituted for the original, rare Korina wood. The 1957 Mahogany Moderne Reissue features a mahogany body with the original Moderne shape made to the vintage specifications, a mahogany neck with a 50s Vintage profile, and the original Moderne “Gumby” headstock design, complete with a raised Gibson logo and reissue Kluson® single-ring tuners. The unbound Indian rosewood fretboard is equipped with 22 Reissue frets and cellulose dot inlays. The Antique Natural nitrocellulose lacquer and gold hardware are VOS-finished, giving it the look of a new-old-stock guitar from the late 1950s. A Lifton™ historic reissue brown and pink hardshell case is also included. Don’t miss your chance to own this extremely rare guitar, now available from Gibson Custom in its most accessible form yet, putting it squarely within reach.

A mahogany version of the mythical Moderne

Gibson Custom is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates the Gibson legacy through accuracy, authenticity, and attention to detail.

In the late 50s, Gibson designed a trio of futuristic-looking “Modernist” models that were intended to bring fresh, modern-looking designs to the product lineup. These included the Flying V™, the Futura™, which was the precursor of the Explorer™, and the Moderne™. While the Flying V and Futura/Explorer would eventually be released in 1958, the Moderne’s history is less certain. Some sources say that a few prototypes were built but never sold and were later destroyed. Others report that a few Modernes may have escaped into the wild, but to this day, no authenticated physical examples of 1957 Modernes have ever been found. It’s one of the greatest unsolved mysteries of the guitar world, a puzzle that continues to intrigue and engage guitar enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Radically “space age” in appearance when it was patented in 1957, like the Explorer and Flying V, the Moderne was way ahead of its time and still looks fresh, modern, and unique today. This is a testament to its enduring appeal and timeless design, which continue to captivate guitarists and collectors worldwide. Now, Gibson Custom is making this fabled guitar available to more players than ever with the introduction of the 1957 Mahogany Moderne Reissue. It features all of the hallmarks of the originals, based on records and the patent application drawing in the Gibson archives, with the only difference being that mahogany has been substituted for the original, rare Korina wood. The 1957 Mahogany Moderne Reissue features a mahogany body with the original Moderne shape made to the vintage specifications, a mahogany neck with a 50s Vintage profile, and the original Moderne “Gumby” headstock design, complete with a raised Gibson logo and reissue Kluson® single-ring tuners. The unbound Indian rosewood fretboard is equipped with 22 Reissue frets and cellulose dot inlays. The Antique Natural nitrocellulose lacquer and gold hardware are VOS-finished, giving it the look of a new-old-stock guitar from the late 1950s. A Lifton™ historic reissue brown and pink hardshell case is also included. Don’t miss your chance to own this extremely rare guitar, now available from Gibson Custom in its most accessible form yet, putting it squarely within reach.

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Highlights

Mahogany body with the original Moderne shape, made to vintage specifications
Mástil de caoba con perfil vintage de los años 50
Original Moderne "Gumby" headstock design, complete with a raised Gibson logo
Unbound, one-piece indian rosewood fretboard with reissue fret wire and cellulose dot inlays
Antique Natural VOS nitrocellulose lacquer finish
Herrajes VOS dorados
Kluson reissue single-ring tuners
Lifton historic reissue brown and pink hardshell case

Especificaciones

Cuerpo

Acabado del cuerpo Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)

Cuerpo Mahogany

Forma del cuerpo Moderne

Estilos de cuerpo Moderne

Mastil

Material del diapasón One-Piece Indian Rosewood

Radio del diapasón 304.8mm / 12.0in

Recuento de trastes 22

Trastes Reissue

Incrustaciones Cellulose Dot

Union Glued In, Set Neck; Hide Glue Fit

Material del mastil Mahogany

Material de la cejilla Nyloon

Ancho de la cejilla 42.85mm / 1.69in

Perfil 50s Vintage

Longitud de la escala 628.65mm / 24.75in

Electrónica

Pastilla de puente Custombucker, Aged Alnico 3, Unpotted

Controles 2 Volume, 1 Tone; 500k CTS Vintage Taper Potentiometers, Phone Book Capacitor

Pastilla de mástil Custombucker, Aged Alnico 3, Unpotted

Conector de salida 1/4" Switchcraft, Gold

Pastilla de diapasón Switchcraft 3-way Toggle

Hardware

Puentes Historic Reissue ABR-1 No-Wire

Cubiertas de controles Black

Controles True Historic Bleach White Top Hat with Dial Pointer

finish Gold VOS

Marco de pastilla Black

Golpeadores 4-ply White

Cubierta de pastilla Gold VOS

Botones de correa 2 - Burnished Brass

Selector de pastillas True Historic Amber

Cubierta del selector True Historic, Black

Cordales Aluminum Stop Bar

Alma Authentic 50s No-Tube

Cubierta del alma True Historic, Black

Revestimiento del afinador Gold VOS

Clavijeros Kluson Single Ring Reissue

Miscelánea

Estuche Lifton Historic Reissue Brown Hardshell with Pink Interior

Model: 57MMANVOGH1

Headstock Moderne Gumby Style with Four String Guides

Incrustación en la pala Raised Nickel/Plastic Gibson Logo

Fuerza cuerdas .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046

Gibson Custom 1957 Mahogany Moderne Reissue, VOS, Antique Natural

Name: Gibson Custom 1957 Mahogany Moderne Reissue, VOS, Antique Natural
Brand: Gibson Custom
SKU: 57MMANVOGH1
Price: 5499.00 USD
Availability: InStock