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Full-length view of a cherry red SG with a glossy finish, black pickguard, chrome hardware, and four black control knobs, resting in its open, brown-lined hard case.
01 / 26Full-length view of a cherry red SG with a glossy finish, black pickguard, chrome hardware, and four black control knobs, resting in its open, brown-lined hard case.
Full-frame view of the cherry red guitar, showing the body, black pickguard, two humbuckers, and four control knobs.
02 / 26Full-frame view of the cherry red guitar, showing the body, black pickguard, two humbuckers, and four control knobs.
The back of the cherry red SG shows a glossy finish, six chrome tuners, and a black control cavity cover on the lower bout.
03 / 26The back of the cherry red SG shows a glossy finish, six chrome tuners, and a black control cavity cover on the lower bout.
Full rear view of a cherry red SG with a glossy finish, showing the neck joint, body, and black control cavity cover.
04 / 26Full rear view of a cherry red SG with a glossy finish, showing the neck joint, body, and black control cavity cover.
Close-up of the black headstock with mother-of-pearl inlay, chrome tuners, and a portion of the fretboard with block inlays.
05 / 26Close-up of the black headstock with mother-of-pearl inlay, chrome tuners, and a portion of the fretboard with block inlays.
The back of a cherry red headstock with a glossy finish, showing six chrome tuners with trapezoid buttons and some light wear.
06 / 26The back of a cherry red headstock with a glossy finish, showing six chrome tuners with trapezoid buttons and some light wear.
Angled view of a cherry red SG, showing the glossy body, black pickguard, chrome humbuckers, tune-o-matic bridge, and four black control knobs.
07 / 26Angled view of a cherry red SG, showing the glossy body, black pickguard, chrome humbuckers, tune-o-matic bridge, and four black control knobs.
Close-up of a cherry red SG body with a black pickguard, chrome humbuckers, tune-o-matic bridge, and four black control knobs.
08 / 26Close-up of a cherry red SG body with a black pickguard, chrome humbuckers, tune-o-matic bridge, and four black control knobs.
Cherry red electric guitar, angled from the lower bout, showing four black knobs, a cream toggle switch, and two humbuckers.
09 / 26Cherry red electric guitar, angled from the lower bout, showing four black knobs, a cream toggle switch, and two humbuckers.
Cherry red SG body with a black pickguard, four black control knobs, a cream toggle switch, and chrome humbuckers and bridge.
10 / 26Cherry red SG body with a black pickguard, four black control knobs, a cream toggle switch, and chrome humbuckers and bridge.
The back of a cherry red SG guitar, showing the neck joint, strap button, and a black control cavity cover.
11 / 26The back of a cherry red SG guitar, showing the neck joint, strap button, and a black control cavity cover.
The back of the cherry red guitar shows a black control cavity cover, a strap button, and a glossy finish with visible wood grain.
12 / 26The back of the cherry red guitar shows a black control cavity cover, a strap button, and a glossy finish with visible wood grain.
The back of a cherry red SG, showing a black control cavity cover, strap button, and light wear on the lower bout.
13 / 26The back of a cherry red SG, showing a black control cavity cover, strap button, and light wear on the lower bout.
Rear view of a cherry red SG body with a glossy finish, showing the black control cavity cover and a strap button on the lower horn.
14 / 26Rear view of a cherry red SG body with a glossy finish, showing the black control cavity cover and a strap button on the lower horn.
Close-up of the cherry red body, showing the bridge, two humbucker pickups, black pickguard, and cream Rhythm/Treble switch.
15 / 26Close-up of the cherry red body, showing the bridge, two humbucker pickups, black pickguard, and cream Rhythm/Treble switch.
Close-up of the dark fretboard with rectangular mother-of-pearl inlays, showing four strings and light fret wear.
16 / 26Close-up of the dark fretboard with rectangular mother-of-pearl inlays, showing four strings and light fret wear.
Close-up of the dark fretboard with rectangular pearloid inlays and side dots, showing some wear on the nut.
17 / 26Close-up of the dark fretboard with rectangular pearloid inlays and side dots, showing some wear on the nut.
Close-up of the dark fretboard and frets, showing rectangular pearloid inlays and small yellow side dots.
18 / 26Close-up of the dark fretboard and frets, showing rectangular pearloid inlays and small yellow side dots.
Close-up of the fretboard with mother-of-pearl block inlays, showing a digital caliper measuring 1.97mm at the 12th fret.
19 / 26Close-up of the fretboard with mother-of-pearl block inlays, showing a digital caliper measuring 1.97mm at the 12th fret.
A digital caliper measures the guitar's dark fretboard, showing "0.81" on its screen, with strings and fret markers visible.
20 / 26A digital caliper measures the guitar's dark fretboard, showing "0.81" on its screen, with strings and fret markers visible.
Close-up of the guitar's cherry red body and dark fretboard with dot inlays, measured by a digital caliper showing "1.00".
21 / 26Close-up of the guitar's cherry red body and dark fretboard with dot inlays, measured by a digital caliper showing "1.00".
Close-up of a digital scale displaying "6:14.0 lb oz", with the cherry red guitar body partially visible above.
22 / 26Close-up of a digital scale displaying "6:14.0 lb oz", with the cherry red guitar body partially visible above.
Close-up of the guitar's control cavity, revealing four potentiometers, several capacitors, and wiring on a foil-lined surface.
23 / 26Close-up of the guitar's control cavity, revealing four potentiometers, several capacitors, and wiring on a foil-lined surface.
Close-up of a pot with "1377430" stamped on its metal casing, showing solder joints and wiring.
24 / 26Close-up of a pot with "1377430" stamped on its metal casing, showing solder joints and wiring.
Close-up of a black humbucker pickup being lifted from its cavity, revealing the cherry red wood body and wiring.
25 / 26Close-up of a black humbucker pickup being lifted from its cavity, revealing the cherry red wood body and wiring.
Close-up of a dusty, worn black humbucker pickup with exposed pole pieces, mounted in a cherry red guitar body.
26 / 26Close-up of a dusty, worn black humbucker pickup with exposed pole pieces, mounted in a cherry red guitar body.

Gibson

1974 Gibson SG Standard Cherry Red Finish w/OHSC

$3,595.00

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Description

1974 Gibson SG Standard In Cherry Red Finish

This Guitar Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks

In Very Good+ Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

Guitar Shows Light Cosmetic Play Wear, With Some Minor Marks And Scratches Visible Throughout

All Original Example

Made In USA

Solid Mahogany Body And Set Neck With Ebony Fingerboard And Block Inlays

22 Original Medium Frets In Good Playing Condition With Some Wear Visible

Dual Gibson "Tarback" Humbuckers

Chrome "Harmonica" Bridge With Stop Tailpiece

Volume/Tone Controls With Black Speed Knobs And Pickup Selector Toggle Switch

Original Electronics Harness, Pots Date To 30th Week Of 1974

Gibson-Branded Schaller Tuners With Keystone Buttons

24.75" Scale Length

1 9/16" Nut Width

Medium D Shape Neck Profile

Neck Depth At 1st Fret: 0.81"

Neck Depth At 12th Fret: 1.00"

Weighs 6lbs 14oz

Includes Original Hard Shell Case

 

 The Gibson SG Standard is a classic vintage solid-body electric guitar known for its lightweight mahogany construction, sharp double-cutaway design, and powerful humbucking pickups. Produced during Gibson’s Norlin era, the 1974 model typically features a slim neck, distinctive small pickguard, and rich, aggressive tone that made the SG a favorite among rock and blues players. Its combination of sustain, playability, and iconic styling has made it a sought-after instrument among collectors and musicians alike.

 

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