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1983 Gibson Q Series Prototype, Serial Number 3633564-020
This incredibly unique instrument represents Gibson’s transition from the early 80s Victory Series to the Q Series models of the mid-1980s. It blends a Victory-style body with a Q Series neck and headstock, marking an important evolutionary step in Gibson’s development of performance-driven instruments. It features a unique HSS pickup configuration, a prototype Gibson roller bridge and tremolo system, and a rough-cut pickguard, indicating its early stage of development. The back of the headstock bears a “Gibson Original Prototype” decal, further confirming its pre-production status.
The instrument has light nicks and dings throughout the body and headstock but is an overall clean guitar. It retains its original Gibson prototype roller bridge and tremolo, Gibson-branded Schaller six-in-line tuners, and Dirty Fingers™ humbucker™ in the bridge position, all of which contribute to its distinct look and tonal character. It ships in its original black Gibson rectangle case.
Availability Date: The purchased instrument will be available for pickup at the Gibson Garage in Nashville or shipment to an address in the US starting February 19, 2025.
Profile
Medium D
Scale Length
628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material
Ebony
Fingerboard Radius
304.8 mm / 12 in
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fret Count
22
Frets
Medium Jumbo (Original Frets)
Nut Material
Plastic
Nut Width
43.18 mm / 1.7 in
Inlays
Acrylic Dot
Joint
Glued In, Set Neck
Body Style
Double Cut
Body Shape
Q Series
Body Material
Mahogany
Body Finish
Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Weight Relief
None
Finish
Chrome
Bridge
Gibson Prototype Roller Bridge and Tremolo
Tuning Machines
Gibson Branded Schaller Six In-Line
Pickguard
5-ply Black and White
Truss Rod
Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover
2-ply Bell
Control Knobs
Black Top Hat
Switch Tip
Black
Jack Plate Cover
Black
Plastic Parts
Black
Strap Buttons
2 - Aluminum
Pickup Covers
None
Neck Pickup
Single Coil (3.08k DC Resistance)
Middle Pickup
Single Coil (4.20k DC Resistance)
Bridge Pickup
Dirty Fingers Humbucker (15.62k DC Resistance)
Controls
Master Volume, Master Tone; Mini Toggle Switch (Coil Split, Bridge Humbucker)
Pickup Selector
5-way Toggle
Output Jack
1/4"
Strings Gauge
.010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case
Original Gibson Black Rectangle Hardshell
Accessories
Certificate of Authenticity, Limited Lifetime Warranty, Signed Letter of Appraisal