Gibson USA 2018 SG Faded, Worn Bourbon Overview
Gibson USA SG Faded Worn Bourbon overview by GAK
The unmistakable sound and performance of a Gibson SG combined with a truly unique finish to pay homage to the infamous model's heritage and unique style.
The 2018 SG Faded lovingly combines refined hardware and electronics with a lightweight mahogany body and slim tapered maple neck. The SG faded's true character comes from its worn and faded gloss finish in the beautifully rich 'Worn Bourbon'.
The SG Faded's neck is slim tapered for increased performance, scaling the rosewood topped fingerboard and soloing on the SG Faded is a joy. The Fingerboard radius is 12 inches with a scale length of just under 25 inches, lined with acrylic dot inlays. The frets have been cryogenically treated giving an even distribution to the metal and increasing strength and rust resistance.
The SG Faded's jet black headstock is lined with vintage style keystones and topped with the classic Gibson scroll logo in gold. Paired with the neck and body stylings the headstocks add yet more character to the guitar.
The SG Special Faded is fitted with a set of PAF humbucking 490R and 490T pickups, giving you that classic vintage sound with an increased mid-range bite. A faster attack makes this guitar suitable for harder rock styles, whilst still providing a smooth vintage tone at lower velocity.
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If you are looking for a guitar that will instantly turn heads, with a tone so deeply rooted in rock history and a finish to match, then grab the iconic looking Gibson USA 2018 SG Faded now. The finish is well treated,
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- Body Style: SG Faded
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Maple
- Neck Profile: Slim Taper
- Nut Width: 1.695'
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Number Of Frets: 22
- Nut: Tektoid
- Inlay: Acrylic Dots
- Bridge: Aluminium Tune-O-Matic
- Tailpiece: Aluminium Stop Bar
- Knobs: Black Top Hats
- Tuners: Vintage Style Keystones
- Plating: Nickel
- Neck pickup: 490R
- Bridge pickup: 490T
- Controls: 2 volumes, 2 tones, 1 toggle switch
- Case: Softshell