USED Gibson / Chet Atkins SST Heritage Cherry Sunburst 2001 [10]

The Chet Atkins SST in HCS colors—a rare find in the domestic market—has arrived!

The Chet Atkins SST (Steel String) has arrived.
It was manufactured in 2001.
The finish color is Heritage Cherry Sunburst, the same as the color featured in the 2001 Gibson catalog.
Since Antique Natural is the standard on the domestic used market, this finish color may be somewhat rare.
Its greatest advantage is its unique core structure, which features no soundhole or chambering and is constructed much like a solid-body guitar. This design allows you to achieve an acoustic-guitar-like sound while avoiding feedback and howling.

Key Details, Specifications, and Materials
・Body: Mahogany back (hollowed out & balsa core construction), solid spruce top
・Neck: Mahogany
・Neck Shape: Slim Taper Profile
・Fingerboard: Ebony
・Scale: 25.4 inches (approx. 645.2 mm)
・Nut width: 1-11/16" (approx. 43.0 mm)
・Frets: 19 frets (6th string side), 24 frets (1st string side)
・Bridge: Ebony
・Saddle: Piezo-type / Equipped with an under-saddle transducer
・Electronics: Active preamp system (Power source: 9V battery; Active controls: Volume, Treble, Bass)
・Hardware: Gold
・Tuning Pegs: Genuine parts manufactured by Schaller (Germany) as OEM

Repair Services After Receipt
・Cleaning and inspection for defects
・Repair and correction of minor cracks on the fingerboard
・Fret leveling and shaping
・Cleaning of control circuit contacts
・Installation and adjustment of the jack plate

Important Note
Regarding string height adjustment: The piezo pickup is integrated into the underside of the saddle. If you wish to adjust the action to your preference, we recommend machining the top surface of the saddle.

Overall Condition
As this instrument is now in its 25th year since manufacture, it is by no means like new; it shows signs of wear consistent with its age. However, it remains in excellent, fully original condition.
There are various marks of damage, both large and small—including scratches from picking, scratches and dents caused by handling, peeling of the finish, and cracks in the finish due to thinning over time—but there are no signs of critical damage that would compromise the wood itself.
Additionally, there is some dirt on parts of the body back that cannot be removed with standard maintenance using guitar polish, but this does not interfere with playing.
While there are some minor signs of aging, the electronics are functioning properly and the guitar has been restored to a clean condition. Please bring this legendary instrument—developed in the past by Gibson and Chet Atkins—back to life through your playing!

Condition Grade: B: Shows significant scratches and signs of wear, but is suitable for normal use

Serial Number: 02431655
Year of Manufacture: 2001
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Hard case (Genuine accessory: Designed specifically for the Chet Atkins SST; shows age-related dirt, minor damage, and metal deterioration; dial lock is broken)
Accessories: Box wrench
Weight: 3.33 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees to the left and right with no problems
Remaining Fret Height: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playability
String Height (Low String Side): 2.6 mm at the 12th fret
String height (treble side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 43.0 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 20.9 mm
Neck thickness near the 9th fret: 22.9 mm
Scale: 645 mm (25.39")
RADIUS: 305 mm (12")
Strings at Setup: D'Addario EJ-16 / .012-.053 set
Repairs and Maintenance: Cleaning, fingerboard crack repair, fret leveling, cleaning of electronic contacts, jack plate installation adjustment, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, etc.

* 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 listed specifications regarding the truss rod, remaining fret height, string action, etc., were measured by our staff during setup and 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 identical 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 if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in such cases.