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SKU: HSG70SVCH1

Product Description

The Gibson SG Special is guitar that has popped up a couple of times in recent years but for 2016 they have decided to change it up a bit and modern ideas with those of the early 70's models. With a set of classic mini humbucker style pickups and a beautiful set of finishes this is a guitar that will stand out in any collection.

Classic Look
The body has a slim all mahogany design with a thin mahogany neck topped with rosewood for the fretboard, similar to the classic 70's model. Normally this wood combination would make the guitar extremely heavy but due to just how thin the neck and body are on this guitar it feels lighter than a lot of other guitars available today.

It has a bit more of a bite when compared to a Les Paul with brighter overall sound but this has always been the classic SG sound. The sound that let amps rock harder and musicians have more freedom on stage.

Mini Humbuckers
By using a set of tribute mini humbuckers in this guitar you immediately get a more vintage inspired sound than a larger full sized humbucker. This is thanks to its shorter spacing and fewer winds this gives a tighter and more focused sound that was highly desirable in the 70's as people were looking for new sounds to get with their high gain amplifiers.

This brighter sound became the go to sound for a wide range of different experimental rock bands throughout the years as it was something new and different. Now it is favored by those in the vintage rock scene who want to make sure their tone is as crisp and clear as possible while running through some vintage rigs.

Professional Set Up
As part of the 2016 line this guitar has received a premium set up even before it has gone through our QC checks. This means that you can take this guitar out of the box on day one, go straight to your gig and rock up without any issues with the guitar at all.

No longer do you need to wait for a few days while you get your guitar. We all know that you want to get using a new guitar as soon as possible so Gibson have made sure you can do just that.

Next Generation G-Force

G-Force is an incredibly interesting technology that simply wants to save you time. We have all played gigs where your guitar goes out of tune halfway through. Just like we have all played gigs where we need to quickly change between tunings.

Gibson's G-Force system makes those previous tasks a second thought. Just set it up with the tunings you want. Select what you want using the unit on the back of the headstock and you are in tune within seconds.

And don't worry just because it has the ability to tune itself does not mean that you can't tune manually. The machine heads are actually very accurate 40:1 ratio tuners so you can get pitch perfect in no time at all.

New Titanium Nut

The 2015 version of the Zero Fret Nut was made out of brass. Unfortunately that meant is was very soft for a nut and could be damaged from heavier gauge strings. To make sure this does not happen again Gibson have changed the brass for much stronger Titanium.

If you don't know what the Zero Fret Nut is let me fill you in. It is a Gibson USA exclusive nut that has two main benefits over a standard nut. Firstly you can adjust the action at the nut very easily now making setting up quick and easy no matter how high or low you like your action.

Secondly this nut has essentially a fret at the end of it (hence the name, Zero Fret). By having a fret in the zero position your strings in open positions ring out like fretted notes. This sounds amazing with open chords as you get a much more even tone across all of your strings.

Sweet Smooth Neck

One thing that we have heard a few times before about Gibson guitars is that the neck heel can get in the way. They originally remedied this with their Custom Shop Axcess model that had a smoothed transition. This meant greater access to the higher frets so lead players can dig in and let loose.

The neck on all of the 2016 USA models is based off of this Custom Shop model offering the same incredible feel that previously was only available on some of Gibson's most expensive guitars.

But they did not end it there with the neck. No this guitars neck width is slightly wider than you might be used to compared to other Gibson guitars. By increasing the nut width by just 0.05"and keeping string spacing the same you get more area to play with.

Here's what Gibson say about the 2016 SG Special

The SG Special 2016 HP is the no-frills, hard rocking version of our SG Standard HP. While keeping true mother of pearl inlays as a visual signature of the HP series, the SG Special focuses like a laser on its remarkable high-performance features.

Specifications

  • Tuners:  Next-Generation Gibson G FORCE™
  • Neck width:  Soloist neck width
  • Nut:  Titanium adjustable zero-fret nut
  • Body:  Solid mahogany body
  • Carrying case:  Comes with case 
  • Inlays:  Mother of pearl inlays
  • Pickups:  490R and 490T humbuckers
  • Fingerboard:  Thicker rosewood fingerboard
  • Setup:  Comprehensive hand-finished setup
  • Finish:  High-gloss nitro finish

Finance available at checkout for orders £300+

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At the end of the checkout you'll be taken to the V12 Finance web site. This is where your finance application is processed. Assuming your application is accepted you'll be able to place your deposit and confirm your order right there.

Then, your order will come through to Andertons and we'll send you the goods. Get approval before 3pm and we'll send your order out the same working day (stock permitting) for next working day delivery!

Who can apply for finance?

You must: spend over £300, be at least 18 years of age, have been a UK resident for 3 years or more, be able to make repayments by Direct Debit, be in regular employment (minimum of 16 hours per week) including self-employment, or in permanent residence with your partner who is in regular employment.

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