Gibson Memphis 2016 B.B. King Lucille, Ebony Overview
Gibson Memphis 2016 B.B. King Lucille Overview by GAK:
A long-standing icon in the Gibson Memphis lineup, the B.B. King Lucille is based closely on the King of the Blues’ own guitar to deliver the look, feel and tone that helped create a legend. Features include:No f-holes, just like B.B.'s: To combat feedback on stage, B.B. King has long specified his guitars without the traditional f-holes
Regal looks: B.B.'s preferred high-gloss Ebony finish in nitrocellulose lacquer gives this artist guitar an elegantly formal appearance
Gold-plated hardware: Gibson's top-of-the-line semis have traditionally worn gold-plated hardware to declare their status
Elegant binding: Multi-ply binding on the body's top and back enhance its custom-grade looks
Classic block inlays: Large mother-of-pearl blocks tie the B.B. King Lucille to great ES-355s of the past
Varitone tone switching: With five capacitor networks plus bypass, the Varitone lends superb sonic versatility
Fine-tuning tailpiece: The TP-6 makes quick mid-riff tune ups a breeze
Great humbucking tone: Made with Alnico magnets like the great PAFs, with a slightly overwound bridge pickup for scorching leads
