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Gibson Custom Shop CS-356 Electric Guitar Natural

CS-356 · #CS501167
BrandGibson Custom Shop
TypeElectric Guitars
Serial No.CS501167
PhotographyActual Photos
Part No.CS356PSL9416
Archive ID27946
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The Story

CS-356 Electric Guitar Natural

This is a super-sweet looking CS-356 with a natural finish on the top, back, and sides. The gold hardware is a classy touch as always, and the slim taper neck profile and 12" radius make it a great player as well.

Ever since 1958, when Gibson introduced the first semi-hollowbody electric guitar, the timeless ES-335, the company’s engineers have been fine-tuning the concept of combining the classic look of a hollowbody with the performance of a solidbody. The CS-356 achieves that goal. It features a single piece mahogany body that is tonally carved to include the back, rims and center block from one piece of wood. Added to that are the figured top, and ebony fretboard to give the guitar a classy look with plenty of functionality.

Includes: Hardshell Case, Certificate of Authenticity, and Paperwork

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The Specifications

As it left The Music Zoo Tech Bench.
  • 7 lbs, 2 oz.
  • Natural Finish
  • Figured Maple Top
  • 1-Piece Mahogany Back, Sides, and Center Block
  • 1-Piece Mahogany Neck
  • Ebony Fretboard
  • 22 Frets
  • 1960 Slim Taper Neck Profile
  • .850" Neck Profile at Nut
  • .930" Neck Profile at 12th Fret
  • 24-3/4" Scale Length
  • 12" Fretboard Radius
  • 1-11/16" Nut Width
  • '57 Classic Humbuckers
  • 2 Volume and 2 Tone Controls
  • ABR-1 Bridge and Stopbar Tailpiece
  • Vintage Tulip Tuners
  • Gold Hardware

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