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Full-length view of a sunburst guitar with cream binding, trapezoid inlays, two humbuckers, and four gold top hat knobs.
01 / 27Full-length view of a sunburst guitar with cream binding, trapezoid inlays, two humbuckers, and four gold top hat knobs.
Full-frame view of a sunburst solidbody electric guitar with cream binding, two humbuckers, and four gold control knobs.
02 / 27Full-frame view of a sunburst solidbody electric guitar with cream binding, two humbuckers, and four gold control knobs.
The guitar's back, neck, and headstock are visible, all in a glossy dark cherry finish with some edge wear and scratches.
03 / 27The guitar's back, neck, and headstock are visible, all in a glossy dark cherry finish with some edge wear and scratches.
The guitar's cherry sunburst back shows a few dings, with two cream control cavity covers and a chrome strap button.
04 / 27The guitar's cherry sunburst back shows a few dings, with two cream control cavity covers and a chrome strap button.
Close-up of the black headstock with cream tuning pegs, showing light scratches and a small chip on the top edge.
05 / 27Close-up of the black headstock with cream tuning pegs, showing light scratches and a small chip on the top edge.
Rear view of the cherry red headstock with six cream-colored tuning pegs, showing light scratches and a serial number.
06 / 27Rear view of the cherry red headstock with six cream-colored tuning pegs, showing light scratches and a serial number.
Close-up of the sunburst body, showing four amber control knobs, chrome hardware, and a chipped finish near the input jack.
07 / 27Close-up of the sunburst body, showing four amber control knobs, chrome hardware, and a chipped finish near the input jack.
Close-up of the sunburst body, showing two cream-bound humbuckers, a three-way toggle switch, and trapezoid inlays on the fretboard.
08 / 27Close-up of the sunburst body, showing two cream-bound humbuckers, a three-way toggle switch, and trapezoid inlays on the fretboard.
Close-up of the sunburst body, showing cream binding, two humbuckers with cream surrounds, and a cream rhythm/treble switch.
09 / 27Close-up of the sunburst body, showing cream binding, two humbuckers with cream surrounds, and a cream rhythm/treble switch.
Close-up of the sunburst body, showing two cream humbuckers, a tune-o-matic bridge, four gold speed knobs, and light wear.
10 / 27Close-up of the sunburst body, showing two cream humbuckers, a tune-o-matic bridge, four gold speed knobs, and light wear.
Close-up of the guitar's lower bout, showing the sunburst finish, cream binding, and output jack with some minor wear.
11 / 27Close-up of the guitar's lower bout, showing the sunburst finish, cream binding, and output jack with some minor wear.
The back of the sunburst guitar shows a cream control cavity cover and output jack plate, with some minor dings on the body edge.
12 / 27The back of the sunburst guitar shows a cream control cavity cover and output jack plate, with some minor dings on the body edge.
The back of the cherry sunburst guitar body, showing the neck joint, cream control plate, and a chip on the lower bout.
13 / 27The back of the cherry sunburst guitar body, showing the neck joint, cream control plate, and a chip on the lower bout.
The guitar's lower bout and cutaway are shown from the back, revealing a dark red finish, cream binding, and a circular cream control cavity cover.
14 / 27The guitar's lower bout and cutaway are shown from the back, revealing a dark red finish, cream binding, and a circular cream control cavity cover.
The guitar's dark red back and side are visible, with a cream control cavity cover and several chips in the finish along the lower edge.
15 / 27The guitar's dark red back and side are visible, with a cream control cavity cover and several chips in the finish along the lower edge.
Close-up of the neck's side, showing the dark fretboard, cream binding, and a black side dot marker.
16 / 27Close-up of the neck's side, showing the dark fretboard, cream binding, and a black side dot marker.
Close-up of the guitar's dark fretboard with trapezoid inlays, cream binding, and black side dots, viewed from the bass side.
17 / 27Close-up of the guitar's dark fretboard with trapezoid inlays, cream binding, and black side dots, viewed from the bass side.
A digital caliper measures the nut width of the dark fretboard with block inlays, showing "1.72" on its screen.
18 / 27A digital caliper measures the nut width of the dark fretboard with block inlays, showing "1.72" on its screen.
A digital caliper measures the guitar's fret height at 0.04, with the sunburst neck and fretboard visible in the background.
19 / 27A digital caliper measures the guitar's fret height at 0.04, with the sunburst neck and fretboard visible in the background.
A digital caliper measures the fret height at 0.99mm on the dark rosewood fretboard with rectangular pearloid inlays.
20 / 27A digital caliper measures the fret height at 0.99mm on the dark rosewood fretboard with rectangular pearloid inlays.
A digital scale displays "8.113" next to a gray fuzzy surface and a red-orange object.
21 / 27A digital scale displays "8.113" next to a gray fuzzy surface and a red-orange object.
Close-up of the guitar's black headstock with six chrome tuners and cream-colored, marbled tuning pegs, showing visible scratches.
22 / 27Close-up of the guitar's black headstock with six chrome tuners and cream-colored, marbled tuning pegs, showing visible scratches.
Close-up of the guitar's lower bout, showing a significant chip in the glossy sunburst finish and binding on the curved edge.
23 / 27Close-up of the guitar's lower bout, showing a significant chip in the glossy sunburst finish and binding on the curved edge.
Close-up of the guitar's lower body, showing the dark red finish, cream binding, input jack, strap button, and a chip in the finish.
24 / 27Close-up of the guitar's lower body, showing the dark red finish, cream binding, input jack, strap button, and a chip in the finish.
Close-up of the control cavity, showing four pots, green capacitors, braided wire, and aluminum foil shielding.
25 / 27Close-up of the control cavity, showing four pots, green capacitors, braided wire, and aluminum foil shielding.
Close-up of the pickup's underside, showing the metal baseplate with visible solder joints, screws, and braided wire, against the sunburst body.
26 / 27Close-up of the pickup's underside, showing the metal baseplate with visible solder joints, screws, and braided wire, against the sunburst body.
Close-up of the pickup's metal baseplate, showing visible wear, tarnishing, and a partial serial number "190223" stamped upside down.
27 / 27Close-up of the pickup's metal baseplate, showing visible wear, tarnishing, and a partial serial number "190223" stamped upside down.

Greco

1979 Greco EG-500 LP-Style Solidbody Sunburst MIJ w/HSC

$1,095.00

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  • Year1979
  • ConditionGood
  • StoreSherman Oaks
  • CaseHSC
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Specifications

Instrument

Year
1979
Model
Greco EG-500 LP-Style Solidbody Sunburst MIJ
Condition
Good
Made in
Japan
Store
Sherman Oaks

Measurements

Nut width (in)
1.72
Neck depth, 1st fret (in)
0.84
Neck depth, 12th fret (in)
0.99
Weight
8lbs 11oz

Construction

Body
Mahogany
Top
Maple
Neck
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Frets
Original Frets Show Moderate Playwear But Are In Very Good Playable Condition

Hardware & electronics

Pickups
Two Original Greco Humbucking Pickups (As Shown)
Tuners
Greco Deluxe 3x3 Tuning Machines With Cream Single Ring Tulip Buttons

Case

Case
HSC

Description

1979 Greco EG-500 LP-Style Solidbody Sunburst MIJ w/HSC

Two-Piece Mahogany Body With Bound Maple Top

Gloss Finish Shows Playwear Throughout Including Cosmetic Marks, Chips, Dings, Scratches And Discoloration (As Shown)

Finish Hairline Fracture Near Heel, This Is Cosmetic And Does Not Affect Stability Or Playability (See Photos)

Stop-Bar Tailpiece, ABR-1-Style Bridge And Pickup Covers Show Aging Throughout (See Photos)

Missing Pickguard, Holes Have Been Filled By Previous Owner (As Shown)

Three-Piece Set Maple Neck With Bound Rosewood Fingerboard 

Trapezoid Inlays

Comes As Shown With Aftermarket SKB Hardshell Case

Looking for vintage MIJ tone without the vintage price tag? This 1979 Greco EG-500 delivers classic Les Paul-style sustain and punch with a two-piece mahogany body, bound maple top, and a pair of original Greco humbuckers that serve up warm, articulate tones with plenty of bite. The three-piece maple neck with bound rosewood fingerboard feels substantial yet comfortable, and at 8lbs 11oz it strikes a great balance of resonance and playability. Honest playwear and tasteful aging give it true road-tested character, while the included SKB hardshell case keeps it protected and gig-ready. A killer way to add authentic late-'70s Japanese craftsmanship to your collection.

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