{"product_id":"12-2800005494433","title":"[SN 82423] USED Gibson \/ 1962 Melody Maker Double Sunburst [12]","description":"We've received a 1962 Melody Maker.\u003cbr\u003e \nThe Melody Maker was first released in 1959 as a student model.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nThe guitar we’ve just received is a 1962 model featuring a double-cutaway body, two pickups, and an optional vibrato unit.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nIt is equipped with original single-coil pickups. Unlike P-90s or Fender-type pickups, these have a unique character—featuring a dry attack and a solid midrange—while the airy feel when strumming chords and the raw response when lightly distorted possess a conviction unique to a vintage instrument that has stood the test of time for over 60 years.\u003cbr\u003e \nOverall, it shows signs of wear appropriate for its age—such as scratches, dents, weather checking, and paint peeling—but retains a dignified, vintage-inspired appearance.\u003cbr\u003e \nThe frets and nut have been replaced; the frets have about 6\/10 of their original height remaining. The neck is in good condition, and the truss rod is adjustable.\u003cbr\u003e \nCondition Grade: B+: Some scratches, but no issues for normal use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nSerial Number: 82423\u003cbr\u003e \nYear of Manufacture: 1962\u003cbr\u003e \nCountry of Manufacture: USA\u003cbr\u003e \nCase: Non-original hard case\u003cbr\u003e \nWeight: 2.85 kg\u003cbr\u003e \nRemaining Fret Life: Within normal range; fret height is at a playable level\u003cbr\u003e \nString height (low-string side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \nString Action (Treble Side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \nNut width: 43.1 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck thickness near the 1st fret: 20.4 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck thickness near the 12th fret: 23.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nScale: 624 mm (24.56\")\u003cbr\u003e \nRADIUS: 241 mm (9.5\")\u003cbr\u003e \nStrings at Setup: ERNIE BALL 2221 \/ .010-.046 set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* Any listed measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret height, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.\u003cbr\u003e \nThese measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the values will be identical when the item arrives.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* This is a one-of-a-kind item that is listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to remove product listings promptly upon sale, but updates may not always be in real time.\u003cbr\u003e \nWe sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding.","brand":"GIBSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50555141652732,"sku":"12-2800005494433","price":428400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/2247\/6028\/files\/e4213e243da9497baffb3e0db8a3f167_202607237378021.jpg?v=1784797542","url":"https:\/\/intl.ishibashi.co.jp\/ja\/products\/12-2800005494433","provider":"Ishibashi Music Corporation. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}