1966 Gibson EMS-1235 Special – Cherry

Well Strung Guitars

Description

This extremely rare 1966 Gibson EMS-1235 in Cherry with Gold Hardware is fully original! We’ve seen a bunch of original Gibson double necks with an assortment of neck combos, but this one has got to be one of the coolest! On one side is an eight-string mandolin neck, while on the other is a four-string tenor guitar neck. This unique guitar was custom-ordered to meet the original owner’s specifications, including two flowerpot inlays on the headstock and block inlays in both fretboards. This double neck even features standard six-pole humbuckers, with pearl inlays used to cover the extra holes. We’ve never seen one quite like this, so if you’re a Mandolin or Tenor guitar player, this piece is for you. Even better if you play both! 


Overall Condition: 10



Specifications

  • finish_details Cherry, Original, Near mint with hardly any wear

  • body_material Mahogany

  • neck_material Mahogany

  • fretboard_material Ebony

  • neck_profile Medium U

  • weight 9 lbs 10 oz

  • scale_length Mando: 14” Tenor: 22-3/4”

  • pickup_readings Mandolin: 7.37K Tenor: N: 7.73K B: 7.87K

  • tubes

  • speakers

  • electronics Original, Untouched

  • nut_width 1-1/4"

  • hardware Original, Great Condition, some wear to the gold patina

  • includes Original Black Hardshell Case with gold lining

  • year 1966