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.
Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material Mahogany
Body Shape Melody Maker D
Body Styles SG
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
Fingerboard Material Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 22
Frets Medium Jumbo (Refret)
Inlays Acrylic Dot
Joint Glued In, Set Neck
Neck Material Mahogany
Nut Material Bone
Nut Width 39.75mm / 1.57in
Profile Medium C
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup Melody Maker Single Coil 695k
Controls 2 Volume, 2 Tone
Neck Pickup Melody Maker Single Coil 708k
Output Jack 1/4"
Pickup Selector 3-way Sliding
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge Lightning Bar Wraparound
Control Covers Black
Control Knobs Black Top Hat with Silver Reflector
finish Chrome
Pickguard Cream
Pickup Covers Cream
Plastic Parts Cream
Saddle Material Aluminum
Strap Buttons 2 - Aluminum
Switch Tip Black Sliding Switch
Tailpiece Short Maestro Vibrola
Truss Rod Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover One-ply Bell
Tuner Plating Nickel
Tuning Machines Kluson Deluxe White Button Three-on-a-Plate
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Letter of Appraisal, Certificate of Authenticity, and New Limited Lifetime Warranty
Model: GCVP0055
Case Lifton Histoic Black and Goldenrod SG Hardshell
Headstock Gibson Melody Maker
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Gibson Certified Vintage 1967 Gibson Melody Maker D, Pelham Blue
Gibson Certified Vintage 1967 Gibson Melody Maker D, Pelham Blue
Also available for store pickup at the Gibson Garage Nashville
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Case Included
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Setup Included
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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.
Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material Mahogany
Body Shape Melody Maker D
Body Styles SG
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
Fingerboard Material Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 22
Frets Medium Jumbo (Refret)
Inlays Acrylic Dot
Joint Glued In, Set Neck
Neck Material Mahogany
Nut Material Bone
Nut Width 39.75mm / 1.57in
Profile Medium C
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup Melody Maker Single Coil 695k
Controls 2 Volume, 2 Tone
Neck Pickup Melody Maker Single Coil 708k
Output Jack 1/4"
Pickup Selector 3-way Sliding
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge Lightning Bar Wraparound
Control Covers Black
Control Knobs Black Top Hat with Silver Reflector
finish Chrome
Pickguard Cream
Pickup Covers Cream
Plastic Parts Cream
Saddle Material Aluminum
Strap Buttons 2 - Aluminum
Switch Tip Black Sliding Switch
Tailpiece Short Maestro Vibrola
Truss Rod Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover One-ply Bell
Tuner Plating Nickel
Tuning Machines Kluson Deluxe White Button Three-on-a-Plate
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Letter of Appraisal, Certificate of Authenticity, and New Limited Lifetime Warranty
Model: GCVP0055
Case Lifton Histoic Black and Goldenrod SG Hardshell
Headstock Gibson Melody Maker
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
