Like many SGs of the era of heavy rock, the SG ’70s Tribute carries a pair of high-output humbucking pickups for unparalleled overdrive tones along with the characteristic ’70s neck profile with volute. This is a great, and unique SG - not so often SGs are offered with minis. Similar Products. Categories: '70s Tribute, Firebird, Gibson, Studio Tags: '70s Tribute, 2012, Firebird, Gibson, Studio. Any Opinions on the SG Special 70's Tribute. www.gibson.com, Unique '70s, Thin-To-Thick with Volute Maple, Dual Blade Alnico Mini Humbucker (Alnico II Deluxe). After the amp, try rolling back the guitar volume & tone knobs. Neither my 50's Tribute LP, nor my good friends 60's Tribute SG came set up. Like the most revered vintage SGs, the SG Special ’70s Tribute starts with a solid mahogany body. Also, at Guitar Center the sales dude was playing the SG with the volume knobs all the way up, and adjusted the volume level at the amp. Looks like a great deal to me, i personally dont care for the neck inlays but the rest looks solid. CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO CHECK OUT MORE!!! And keep in mind that your settings will be affected by many things. Find More on Reverb. Find great deals for Gibson SG Special '70s Tribute 2012. Experiment alot with your amp & guitar settings, this is part of the fun with an electric guitar. I bought the same guitar with the same deal today as well...an early Christmas present to myself. There are a number of members on this forum who have real 70s Gibsons, and prolly more who used to have one. It's in decent condition, but it wasn't brand-new as I believed I was buying. Like many great Gibsons of the ’70s, the neck is made from maple and carved to a profile unique to the era, which measures .800” deep at the 1st fret and increases to .963” at the 12th, with a volute behind the nut to both strengthen the headstock joint and enhance neck resonance. Likely not on these (price range) models. Keep in mind that we don't know how long or where the guitar has been after it left the factory. Hope it sounds good through my Vox AD50VT! I have an Epiphone 66 Worn Wilshire w/Tremotone that has the mini hb's in it. Rock music might have developed through the 1960s, but it came of age in the 1970s—often played on great Gibson guitars of the era. Discussion in 'Gibson SG' started by Kevy Nova, May 29, 2012. A pair of mini-humbuckers produce a thick, distinct sound. You might try one of the UK suppliers, they are selling at way below asking price right now, somewhere in the £400s. A chocolate-brown baked maple fingerboard carries small block inlays, and terminates in a PLEK-cut Corian™ nut with a width of 1-11/16”. No tax. Congrats on the new SG. I know Guitar Center in Sherman Oaks, CA has one—the one I returned! Page 2 of 3 < Prev 1 2 3 Next > Col Mustard Well-Known Member. To capture the look, feel and tone of the instruments that made massive music during a decade when rock was king, Gibson USA introduces the SG Special ’70s Tribute, part of a series that also includes a Firebird Studio and Les Paul Studio with complementary features. Like many Les Pauls of the era of heavy rock, the Les Paul ’70s Tribute carries a pair of high-output humbucking pickups for unparalleled overdrive tones, along with the characteristic ‘70s neck profile with volute. The other day while picking up some drumsticks at Guitar Center I played the SG Special 70's Tribute. bashea, November 25, 2012 in Gibson USA. The size & shape of the room, your power supply, etc. I mean, I know the "theory" behind humbuckers vs single coils, Alnico II vs Alnico V magnets, mahogany vs maple, set neck vs bolt-on, but I've never had the chance to HEAR the differences. I'm actually a drummer, but because of the neighbors started playing guitar. Hmm, we don't have any listings for this product right now. Set your amp volume as high as you need it to be for the room. Let us know when your SG shows up! Nice little guitar. 2012 Gibson SG Special 70s Tribute Review and Demo! × Gibson’s original “Reverse-Bodied” Firebird was ahead of its time when it first arrived in the early ’60s, but it really came into its own as a rock classic of the 1970s. Some tweeking may be needed. Fedex hasn't shown up with it yet, but I'm pretty jazzed. I never did, so I like the idea of a true tribute, one that doesn't try to BE what the old ones were, just to pay some respect to the period, correct the most glaring flaws and move forward. Vends Gibson USA: SG Studio ’70s Tribute - 2012 Mini Humbuckers Dual Blade Alnico Satin Cherry, nitrocellulose lacquer Housse Gibson Deuxième main, parfait état, très peu jouée, frettes nickeles. To help the SG Special ’70s Tribute rock with unparalleled character and articulation, Gibson USA loads it with a pair of Dual Blade Alnico Mini Humbuckers. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Gibson SG Special '70s Tribute 2012 - 2013. Because I just ordered one. Gibson Brands, Inc. respects your right to privacy. I've seen it hanging on their Gibson wall for sale over the past couple weeks. ), and at $720 was closer to affordable. 680 € Le: 10 octobre 2020: Lieu: Paris (75), France: Prix: 680 € Remise en main propre uniquement. Getting an SG was always a dream of mine (thanks, Alice Cooper), but they were too expensive. Im actually a drummer, but because of the neighbors started playing guitar. Joined Reverb. Travel & temperature could change things a bit. I have the studio LP 50's tribute that came out of the gig bag ready to play after tuning,also had bad luck with a Midtown Standard.   Your link has been automatically embedded. To capture the look, feel and tone of the instruments that made massive music during a decade when rock was king, Gibson USA introduces the Les Paul Studio ’70s Tribute. (remember, I'm a drummer). Upload or insert images from URL. By the 1930s, the company was also making flattop acoustic guitars, as well as one of the first commercially available hollow-body electric guitars, used and popularized by Charlie Christian. You can post now and register later. This was over a month ago. Like the most revered vintage SGs, the SG Special ’70s Tribute starts with a solid mahogany body. Gibson SG 61 reissue 2012 1400 € État neuf … Je suis basé à Bruxelles, mais je me déplace régulièrement en voiture sur Paris Lille et Metz … Achat-Vente › Guitares › Guitares électriques: Paris: 13-10-2020: GIBSON SG Special '70s TRIBUTE 680 € Vends Gibson USA: SG Studio ’70s Tribute - 2012 … Be the first to know when one is listed: Follow this Product. Måns’s Bazar. Gallery. Reviews . Shop with confidence on eBay! Gibson SG '70 Tribute Satin Silverburst Guitar 2012 - YouTube At the factory do they set up EVERYTHING? Terms & Conditions | Registered Trademarks. Left-Handed. We apologize if the translation is not perfect. Sell One Like This; Price Guide. This seller is open to offers. Even if it is set up from the factory, it may not be exactly how you like it. Gibson has termed 2013 The Year Of The Les Paul, and numerous models have already been announced, such as a series of pretty affordable Tributes, subtly different from the previous Studio Tributes, including real rosewood fingerboards. Carved to the traditional asymmetrical double-cutaway shape, the SG also offers outstanding upper-fret access. Brighter than a standard humbucker & more punch than single coil pickups. Also, are Gibson's ready to play from the factory? Copyright 2019 Gibson Brands, Inc. All rights reserved. Gibson SG Special '70s Tribute Guitar Capture the sounds of rock titans like Pete Townshend, Tony Iommi, and Angus Young with the Gibson SG Special '70s Tribute. Entirely new pickups from Gibson USA, these units improve upon the best attributes of the former Mini Humbuckers seen in the Les Paul Deluxe in the ’70s, and the different Firebird Mini Humbuckers of the early ’60s, in an efficient design that uses dual steel blades and an Alnico magnet for a vintage voice that still retains plenty of chime. I've always wanted an SG and was looking for a mini humbucker equipped hardtail guitar so this fit the bill perfectly. My favorite humbuckers for sg's are 498t and a 490b, the 57 classics sound nice also but ive never had them in a sg before. (Anyone know a good one in the San Francisco east bay area?). And I have no idea what the differences are between all the Gibson humbuckers. Congratulations, by the way! 2. Also helps to roll off some of the brightness(if needed)that the mini-humbuckers will have. Display as a link instead, × I really like mine, I bought the black with cream pick guard. To top it off, the SG Special ’70s Tribute looks great in your choice of Vintage Sunburst, Cherry, Ebony Black or Silver Burst finish, all in grain-textured satin nitrocellulose lacquer. The SG Special ’70s Tribute keeps it all down to basics—and saves you money—by omitting fingerboard binding. Gibson invented archtop guitars by constructing the same type of carved, arched tops used on violins.   Your previous content has been restored. Paste as plain text instead, × Sell Yours. It just depends on the song & the part of the song you are playing. I love P-90s, but they get in my way while picking. I bought one but returned it because it was not "new" as advertised. Some Internet shopping found one at Sam Ash for $499 (discontinued closeout). This classic tonewood offers superb depth and balance, and is extremely light for optimum playing comfort. Add to Cart. Follow this Product. ABOUT GIBSON: Rating and Reviews: Gibson 2012 SG Special '70s This lefty Gibson SG Special pays tribute to a time when rock was king and the riffs were huge. Payment & Returns. I am picking the guitar up tomorrow, and will be posting pics as soon as I can take them and upload them! Gibson SG Special '70s Tribute 2012 Satin Silverburst. So what did you think of it? To top it off, the SG Special ’70s Tribute looks great in your choice of Vintage Sunburst, Cherry, Ebony Black or Silver Burst finish, all in grain-textured satin nitrocellulose lacquer. 2020. Neck, pickups, bridge, intonation? Mint. They have a unique sound. Gibson SG Special '70s Tribute Left-Handed 2012 - 2013. Åkarp, Sweden. But, I'm guessing that you will be able to tune it up & let 'er rip. From the Price Guide. A set of vintage-style TonePros™ tuners with pearloid keys rounds out the package. If the guitar has audio tapered pots, only a small turn of the knob may affect your sound more than you would expect. I was told it was going to be tough to find one brand-new. But they only had the vintage sunburst, and I wanted ebony. Enjoy your new guitar! Shipped From. Its look is complemented by a cream pickguard and pickup rings and gold knobs (Vintage Sunburst and Ebony Black) or black guard, rings and knobs (Silver Burst and Cherry). Orville Gibson founded the company in 1902 as “The Gibson Mandolin-Guitar Mfg. The SG Special ’70s Tribute offers all the quality and performance that has made the guitar so popular with hard-gigging guitarists since its introduction in 1983, with crucial updates that ally it to many legendary Gibson guitars of the 1970s. Anyone who still wants one of these, but can't find one…. Now you can dial in the tone knobs on the amp to get a sound you like. $1,141.48 + $139.51 Shipping. I say your going to get lucky and get a AX thats ready to go(after tuning)......SWEET!!! Clear editor. Hell, my first Gibson. × 2 used from $897.36 . THIS GUITAR HAS BEEN SOLD!! GIBSON SG Special '70s TRIBUTE. This vintage-style SG features two versatile mini-humbuckers, an ultra-comfortable neck, and a full complement of old-school appointments. I'd suggest to take it to a luthier for a complete setup, and after a few months of playing, - when the wood settles - do it again. Straight out of the box it played really good, and I've had no issue with her. I am always adjusting the guitar tone & volume knobs while playing. Hope this helps. Wrap your hand around the unique thin-to-thick neck carve of the SG Special ’70s Tribute—with a profile that starts out slim at the lower frets and becomes increasingly chunky as you slide toward the joint—and you’re rocketed straight back to an age of fierce, fast soloing. Or will I need to take it to a guitar tech for a setup? They are routed through the traditional four-knob and three-way switch wiring set up, and partnered with a Tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece for optimum sustain and precise intonation. This website uses a google translate service to translate from English. It felt good, sounded good through an EVH 5150 (but what wouldn't, right? Description Specifications Description . Then adjust the preamp (gain knob on many amps) to a level you like, depending on the type of sound you are going for. Watch. The lefty Gibson 2012 SG Special 70s Tribute sports dual mini humbuckers with new magnet and pole piece configuration featuring dual steel blades and single Alnico V magnet. The Epiphone Wilshire came set up perfectly. - YouTube Privacy Policy | SG Special '70s Tribute Rock music might have developed through the 1960s, but it came of age in the 1970s—often played on great Gibson guitars of the era. Especially if you want an in your face, knock you on your rear distortion from a tube amp. The '50s tribute SG is a great guitar except for the P-90s.   You cannot paste images directly. While the neck is a bit thicker and nicer than the standard '60s slim taper, it's still too thin and not as good as a '50s rounded neck on an SG. And I still welcome anyone's comments, pro or con. I also had in mind the neck, which I agree is a better-feeling neck than what other SG models have. By Product Specs. It’s part of a series that also includes a Firebird Studio and SG Studio with complementary features. Yes most gibsons come ready to play, you shouldnt need a set up unless you have a particular way you like the guitar set. These pickups are calibrated for balanced output between the neck and bridge positions, yielding everything from singing bluesy neck tones to crunchy and wailing leads, and are dressed in solid chrome covers. Gibson’s most acclaimed hardware set ensures smooth … Is this the way it's done? By submitting this form you are agreeing to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy. Joined: Sep 29, 2009 Messages: 7,960 Likes Received: 8,009 Location: Tucson AZ. Message Seller. I have been looking at getting a SG after xmas so let us know how yousr came. I think you made a great choice :D. Thanks, Johnny & Vox. My first SG. The SG Special ’70s Tribute offers all the quality and performance that has made the guitar so popular with hard-gigging guitarists since its introduction in 1983, with crucial updates that ally it to many legendary Gibson guitars of the 1970s. Too hard to pass up at that price. SG Special 70s Tribute? Designed on the same platform as the distinct SGs of the 70s, this limited-edition axe is a true USA-made Gibson that is sure to turn some heads! Gibson. Make an Offer. This is great for rolling off a bit of distortion for a cleaner tone. So, I'm not sure what the set up will be like. Electric Guitars. Getting an SG was always a dream of mine (thanks, Alice Cooper), but they were too expensive. Free ground shipping.   Pasted as rich text. Gibson’s most acclaimed hardware set ensures smooth playability and offers precise tuning and intonation. Solid Body. As far as the GC sales dudes settings are concerned; alot of people do this. I'm thinking of getting one myself, but can't find one to try out, so may do it online. Personally, I first like to set the all the tone knobs on the amp at the halfway mark (5 on most amps). I like the mini humbuckers. So, any opinions on or tips for this guitar would be appreciated (or a simple "You did the right thing, bro"). Set the guitar knobs all the way up at ten. Co., Ltd.” in Kalamazoo, Michigan to make mandolin-family instruments. In the tone department, it carries a pair of new Dual Blade Alnico Mini Humbuckers for great, vintage-edged tones with plenty of contemporary versatility. Gibson SG Special ’70s Tribute Satin Vintage Sunburst (2012), Gibson Les Paul Studio T Radiant Red (2016), Gibson SG Supreme Cherry Limited Edition (2016). It's a discontinued model. I just bought a '50's Tribute—the P-90's being a major factor in my decision! This is the first Gibson I've purchased online also. I think Gibson sets up all guitars that leave the factory. 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