Gibson RD Standard Reissue Electric Guitar (with Case)

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Gibson RD Standard Reissue Electric Guitar (with Case), Main
Gibson RD Standard Reissue Electric Guitar (with Case), Main
Gibson RD Standard Reissue Electric Guitar (with Case), Main Gibson RD Standard Reissue Electric Guitar (with Case), Main
zZounds Gear Experts Say...
Gibson's "Guitar of the Week" for week 48. Limited run of 400.

Similar to a reversed Firebird in body style, the Gibson RD models were introduced in 1977 but remained on the production line for only five years. In response to heavy demand from collectors worldwide, Gibson USA has proudly resurrected this double-cut solidbody with a popular Silverburst finish and a pair of Dirty Finger humbuckers. With the same bright sound and innovative design, the Gibson RD’s return is cause for celebration!

Limited run of 400.

Body
Top Species: Mahogany

Back Species: Mahogany

Neck
Species: Mahogany

Profile: 50's

Peghead Pitch: 17°

Neck Joint Location: 19th Fret

Fingerboard
Species: Ebony

Scale Length: 24 3/4 in.

Number of Frets: 22

Nut Width: 1.695 in.

Inlays: Dot

Hardware
Plating Finish: Chrome

Tailpiece: Stopbar

Bridge: Nashville

Knobs: Black Speed Knobs

Tuners: Chrome Grover

Neck Pickups: Dirty Fingers

Bridge Pickups: Dirty Fingers

Controls: Two volume, one tone, three-way switch

Other
Strings: Brite Wires .010-.046

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-444-2766

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (19 ratings)
Submitted January 13, 2008 by a customer from aol.com

"From an original out of the box owner of a 1978 RD Artist!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Sound
My original 1978 RD Artist was my first electric guitar purchased for me by my Mom as a birthday present in 1978 when I was 16 years old. I am now a 45 year old lawyer/former rocker who owns over 20 guitars ranging from a 63 Strat to a 47 Martin. I love the sound, heft and feel of my old RD and I'm pleasantly surprised to see a reissue from Gibson and some much deserved respect being shown to a guitar that was WAY ahead of it's time.
Features
The electronics on the original RDs are dated but like an old tube amp still sound great and different.
Ease of Use
Easy to string but very heavy! You kids will need to start a lifting regimen if you're going to swing this axe around all night on stage!
Quality
10 + I've owned the guitar for 30 years now and never had a problem.
Value
Mom paid 450.00 new. Not sure what it's worth today but would not sell for anything.
Manufacturer Support
never needed any
The Wow Factor
Like I said, WAY ahead of it's time with the electronics on board.

Musical Background:

old rocker...still play in garage band with the guys

Musical Style:

Rock
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