1968 Gibson ES-345 TDC Cherry Red Vintage Guitar w Original Hard Case PAT # Humbuckers 1960s

1968 Gibson ES-345 TDC Cherry Red Vintage Guitar w Original Hard Case PAT # Humbuckers 1960s!

Here is a really nice 1968 Gibson ES-345TDC in Cherry, a clean and original example of this classic late-’60s semi-hollow.

This guitar is very original overall, with the only notable change being a set of slightly newer Grover tuners. It retains all the great ES-345 features including stereo output with Varitone switch, trapeze tailpiece, two patent number sticker humbuckers, witch hat knobs, and a one-piece mahogany neck with no volute.

Condition is very good overall. There are a few notable cosmetic spots — a ding on the back of the neck and some scrapes on the headstock veneer — along with normal wear you’d expect from a guitar of this age. Nothing out of line and still very presentable.

The Details

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  Condition: Very Good (Original Finish)


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  Originality: Original except Grover tuners


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  Finish: Original Cherry with honest wear and a few notable dings


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  Notes: Ding on back of neck; headstock veneer wear

Playability & Sound

This one plays very well and sounds excellent. The original patent number pickups are strong and clear, and the stereo/Varitone setup offers a wide range of tones. A great example of a late-’60s ES semi-hollow.

Specifications

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  Brand: Gibson


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  Model: ES-345TDC


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  Year: 1968


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  Finish: Cherry


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  Neck: One-Piece Mahogany (no volute)


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  Pickups: Original Patent Number Sticker Humbuckers


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  Electronics: Stereo Output with Varitone Switch


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  Tailpiece: Trapeze


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  Knobs: Witch Hat


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  Tuners: Grover (newer)


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  Weight: 9 lbs 2 oz.


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  Case: Original Gibson Hardshell Case (shows wear)

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