Hall of Fame: 1973 Gibson SG Standard Electric Guitar in Walnut

Hall of Fame: 1973 Gibson SG Standard Electric Guitar in Walnut

Vincent Barras

The 1973 Gibson SG Standard is a USA-made electric guitar from the Norlin era, featuring a solid mahogany body, set mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard with block inlays, and a pair of original Gibson T Top humbuckers delivering classic rock and blues tones. Its lightweight double cutaway SG body offers excellent upper fret access and a resonant, aggressive character that has made the model a long-standing favourite among professional players.

This era is particularly sought after due to its short production window with ebony fingerboards and original T Top pickups, making well-preserved examples increasingly rare and desirable to collectors and players alike.

Specifications:

Year 1973
Made in United States
Production Era Norlin era
Body Material Mahogany
Finish Walnut
Scale Length 24.75"
Neck Material Mahogany
Construction Set-neck
Fretboard Material Ebony with pearl block inlays
Fret Count 22
Nut Width Approx. 1 9/16 inches
Pickups Gibson T Top humbuckers in HH configuration
Controls 2 volume, 2 tone, 3-way toggle (rhythm treble)
Bridge Tune O Matic
Tailpiece Stopbar
Tuners Gibson-branded sealed tuners
Nut Material  Nylon
Hardware Finish Chrome
Date Sold 01/02/2026
Sold For $4,750

 

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