USED GIBSON CUSTOM / L-5 Lee Ritenour Signature [03]

The 2013 L-5 Lee Ritenour Signature is now in stock!
A signature L-5 model from jazz and fusion legend Lee Ritenour.

Featuring a 16-inch body—slightly smaller than the standard L-5 (17 inches)—and a 24 3/4-inch Gibson scale, this model offers excellent playability.
Finished with the same thickness as an ES-175, it offers enhanced resistance to feedback.

The top is solid Sitka spruce, the sides and back are figured flame maple, and the 5-piece neck (maple with a walnut center stripe) features an ebony fingerboard.
It is equipped with a floating-type “Lollar Johnny Smith Pickup,” which produces a warm, clear tone characteristic of jazz and fusion.

Overall, there are signs of wear, including minor scratches and dents, weather checking due to age-related paint thinning, cracks in the binding in various places, and tarnished hardware.
Additionally, the lettering on the label inside the soundhole has faded, making the serial number and other details difficult to read.

Cracks caused by paint thinning due to age are present on the top of the headstock, the veneer on the back of the headstock, the seam in the center of the body back, the neck joint, and various areas of the binding.
In addition, there is a slightly larger step in the binding around the cutaway, but this does not currently pose any issues for playing.

The neck has a slight twist; however, when the 1st string side is adjusted to be straight, the 6th string side becomes slightly bow-shaped, but this is within a range that does not affect playability.

This instrument features beautiful flame grain on both the neck and the back of the body, making it stand out from any angle. Built in 2013—a highly sought-after year—it is a rare, high-end model with limited availability on the market!
Images pending
Condition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: 13463001
Year of Manufacture: 2013
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Hard case
Accessories: Case key only
Weight: 2.92 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees to the left and right with no problems
Remaining Fret Life: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playing
String Height (Low String Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
String Action (Treble Side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 43.5 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 21.5 mm
Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
RADIUS: 305 mm (12")
Strings at Setup: D'Addario EJ-21 / .012-.052 set
Repairs and Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, action adjustment
Other: Slight neck twist (when the 1st string side is adjusted to be straight, the 6th string side is slightly bowed outward)

* 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.

* Any specifications listed regarding the truss rod, remaining fret life, or string action were measured by our staff during setup; these values are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be exactly the same when the item arrives at your location.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item that is listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to promptly remove product listings once an item is sold, but updates may not always be in real time.
We sincerely apologize in the unlikely event that the item is sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding.

* Due to the nature of the product, we are unable to transfer it between stores; we appreciate your understanding.