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What's So Special About a Gibson Faded SG Special Electric Guitar?

Without a doubt, owning an iconic Gibson electric guitar is a milestone on its own. The "faded" version of the SG Special or the Gibson Faded SG Special electric guitar, comes in Worn Brown or Worn Cherry and is the most affordable in the SG ("solid guitar") lineup. The only difference between the SG Special and the SG Special Faded is the finish.

By developing huge advances and innovation in design and electric guitar technology for over 70 years, Gibson Guitar USA has transformed the music industry in a big way, and has earned the devotion and respect of musicians all over the world.

It is therefore not surprising that variations of the Gibson SGs have been the choice of world-class artists such as Pete Townshend, Eric Clapton, Jerry Garcia, Frank Zappa, Tony Iommi, and Angus Young, to name a few.

If you're looking for a guitar that is known to withstand live playing even without a backup, you've come to the right place. Not only can the SG Special be used to play hardcore, metal, rock, punk, but it is so versatile that it can also be used to play the blues and classic rock and much more. It is that good!

Imagine what you can do with it :)

Gibson Faded SG Special Electric Guitar Features

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Not only are all Gibson guitars handcrafted in the USA, but all finishes are applied manually, a very labor-intensive process in itself. As compared to the other SGs, the Gibson Faded SG Special electric guitar has a thinner nitrocellulose finish over a Worn Brown or Worn Cherry stain.

Happily, this type of finish prevents fingerprint smudges from showing on the guitar, and is easy to touch up if needed. Also, the nitro finish is thinner than a polyurethane finish resulting in better resonance and timbre.

The SG is not only versatile and built rock solid, it is also gorgeous - making it a favorite for live performances. Built like a tank, the sturdy body is made of solid mahogany and has a comfortable neck profile. It has a rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, a 24-3/4" scale and a-11/16" nut width. What's more, it is lightweight (goodbye, backache) yet powerful!

Additionally, the faded finish imitates the very much desired look of what a vintage and well-loved Gibson guitar from the 50s and 60s might look today.

Make your move today. Give it as a gift or showcase your creativity and be the proud owner of a (one or two?) Gibson Faded SG Special electric guitar and treasure it forever and ever.

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Why a Gibson Faded SG Special Electric Guitar Truly Rocks!

Take a listen to the sounds of the exciting Gibson Faded SG Special electric guitar.

Is it true that the Gibson Faded SG Special Electric Guitar is a "must have"?

Looks like it is!

I bught this guitar and I just enjoy it. The sound is very impressive just like it's more expensive brothers. The look is great and the total feel of the guitar is what you expect from Gibson. Don't be fooled into believing that this is just a step up from the Epiphone SG. This is the real deal and for the price you can't beat it. Only A Gibson IS Good Enough ! Play and enjoy !

Gibson SG's have a fat crunchy sound all of their own, and this vintage styled guitar is no exception. You cannot beat it for the price. Gibson sound, Gibson feel, Gibson quality for less than a grand! One of the best gig axes ever.

Quality:
Depends on how picky you are. The action was very high out of the box. The bridge pickup was set just as high. After lowering both the guitar was set. No need for anyone to setup the instrument. Intonation was perfect as was fretting. Finish? It is smoothed and pore filled mahogany. I worry less about this guitar than any of my others. It is robustly made - made for playing. This will last as long if not longer than any of my others including the oldest being the 1969 ES 345.