1964 Gibson ES 345 for sale.
Genuine oldie-goldie ES Gibson for sale. I've basically decided to call it a day hence the sale. Superb original ES345 from '64 in really good condition, no major issues. This guitar has been played over the years so I'm not trying to convince anyone it looks glass clean nor like a new VOS one. It is however is very good mostly original condition and plays/ sounds superb. It has some interesting history as well albeit I'm not adding up any value with that. Quite cool though nevertheless....
As mentioned, no major issues barring the following:
older refret (with nibs)
old pat pend Grovers fitted
Varitone (original) removed and top quality (CTS, PIO caps) mono wiring harness fitted with original Varitone kept safe and will sell along with the guitar.
3 bridge saddles non original but high spec/ quality.
It wore an old Gretsch style 'pad' at the back to protect it. This was pinned on. Now removed and back fully cleaned up and holes sympathetically filled. Looks fine and the holes whilst there are not glaringly obvious.
Pickups are in very good original condition and sound fabulous. However, the braided wire hookup to the volume pots has been professionally 'joined/spliced'. Does not compromise tone or sound but thought it best to mention.
Bone nut/ full pro setup
Original yellow lined case, finish, NO BREAKS or structural work, original Clapton-era Pat Number humbuckers (without issue). Great playing, fully setup and gig ready guitar that could be playing or recording tonight. I'll miss it but cest la vie. It's a lot of cash I know for some old wire and wood so I'm not trying to open up the vintage vs new debate, just sell a nice guitar.
Full folder of pics available, plus I can send a link for a ruff Youtube home/ fone demo as well from s few years back and I do have videos and soundclips as well. I am Glasgow based and will not be posting this but I am happy to be reasonable on your air fare/ mileage/ diesel costs if you want to travel and get it, it's worth it. Basically, come and have a close look and play and I'd wager you'll be very happy. You can have a complimentary Irn-Bru if you want too.
Available now, £7500 but sensible offers may be considered. May consider nice part trades plus cash my way.
I've been around too long for any deal nonsense either so please bear that in mind. That's not really a go at the great and good here though just have a ponder first before launching any hoo-ha my way.
A warm welcome awaits anyone that thinks this might compliment their collection. Thanks for looking, please holler for any further information.
I'm not usually on here much these days so if there's genuine interest please send me an email as I may not receive a PM notification. I checked in tonight to find I had some I'd missed, my apologies there.
shooyboy 'at' gmail 'dot com
Cheers
Hugh
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Thank you.
H
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No matter how many times I proof read that I just knew there would be something. Now amended.
Cheers
Hugh
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I'll probably be back on the horse one day but genuinely (as we say here) absolutely scunnered with guitars and music in general. Maybe it'll pass, we'll see. This one is too nice to keep locked away.
Best wishes and thanks
Hugh
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Still, no point in forcing yourself to be involved with something that doesn't float your boat. It's supposed to be fun and if it's not then I understand. Good luck with whatever you choose to do next. My best guess is that you don't do things by halves (if the guitars are anything to go by) so you'll get pretty darned good at something else!
Good luck with the sale.
I play guitar and take photos of stuff. I also like beans on toast.
From a few years back. Go easy please on all fronts as by no means a professionally made demo. It may or may not give an idea of the guitar in question however no matter how much I prattle on during the first part!
Thanks to all that have taken the time to comment. Not an easy decision to come to in stopping playing/ selling this but, whilst I'm not denying the funds from this would be great too, it'd be nice to see this go and be used regularly somewhere too.
Cheers
Hugh
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Had the privilege of playing this 345 a couple of years back, fantastic ES, plays and sounds fantastic. Great neck profile on it.
Sorry to see you letting it go Hugh.
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You are a consummate Gentleman.
However it goes, I wish you everything that's good.
Paul.
As a matter of interest I emailed you some time ago about the lead and bass amp you were selling. Is it still for sale? If so could you pm me.
Good luck with the sale of the guitar.
Kerryboy please accept my apologies. I only checked in last night and your message was there. I'm sorry I missed getting back. Not intentional I assure.
Unfortunately the Lead Bass has gone. I do have a rather different '77 mv 50w 2x12 jmp combo (thin Lizzy in a box) if that's any use though?
Many thanks
H
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They are great guitars as you know. Your 335 sounds the business. A guitar I've always wanted as well but never quite got there. Had a good few old ES in my time but a 64 335 was probably top of the bucket list for me at least.
My 345 might stay, It's not something that will have a lot of serious interest. Understandably as it's the price of a decent family car but I'm happy if it goes and gets used on the road. Too many oldies are locked away in a case I think so it's great seeing one getting some use. I'll be sad if this sells but I can live with it if it does. I have some others I'll keep in case I decide to start again.
I think you're right on the neck carve too. Not too fat not too thin and not the acquired taste cocktail stick style ones of the later 60s.
Best wishes
H
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