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1967 Gibson Melody Maker D, Serial Number 002977
Introduced in 1959 as an affordable, entry-level instrument, the Gibson Melody Maker™ quickly gained a following among players who appreciated its lightweight design, single-coil pickups, and straightforward controls. By 1967, the Melody Maker D had evolved to include a dual-pickup configuration and a short Maestro™ Vibrola™, making it a versatile choice for rock and blues players.
This beautiful 1967 Gibson Melody Maker D is an incredibly well-worn but well-loved example, finished in a fantastically aged Pelham Blue. The guitar shows extensive checking and playwear, with some cracks and missing corners on the pickguard. The neck has been expertly planed and re-fretted with medium jumbo fret wire and a new bone nut added, ensuring excellent playability. The original plastic strap buttons have been replaced with metal ones for improved security. It retains its original Melody Maker single-coil pickups, Kluson® Deluxe tuners, and Lightning Bar wraparound bridge, delivering the raw, beefy tone that has made this model an unsung favorite among players for decades.
Ships in a Lifton™ Historic Black/Goldenrod hardshell case and includes a Certificate of Authenticity, Letter of Appraisal, and new Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Body Style
SG
Body Shape
Melody Maker D
Body Material
Mahogany
Body Finish
Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Profile
Medium C
Scale Length
628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material
Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius
304.8 mm / 12 in
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fret Count
22
Frets
Medium Jumbo (Refret)
Nut Material
Bone
Nut Width
39.751 mm / 1.565 in
Inlays
Acrylic Dot
Joint
Glued In, Set Neck
Finish
Chrome
Bridge
Lightning Bar Wraparound
Saddle Material
Aluminum
Tailpiece
Short Maestro Vibrola
Tuning Machines
Kluson Deluxe White Button Three-on-a-Plate
Pickguard
Cream
Truss Rod
Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover
One-ply Bell
Control Knobs
Black Top Hat with Silver Reflector
Switch Tip
Black Sliding Switch
Plastic Parts
Cream
Control Covers
Black
Strap Buttons
2 - Aluminum
Pickup Covers
Cream
Neck Pickup
Melody Maker Single Coil (7.08k)
Bridge Pickup
Melody Maker Single Coil (6.95k)
Controls
2 Volume, 2 Tone
Pickup Selector
3-way Sliding
Output Jack
1/4"
Strings Gauge
.010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case
Lifton Histoic Black and Goldenrod SG Hardshell
Accessories
Letter of Appraisal, Certificate of Authenticity, and New Limited Lifetime Warranty