The three PU's add a new dimension to a fine classic. This will be with me for a long, long time. I love it!!

Sound
The 3 pick-up, 6 position switch allows for all the classic SG tones plus some fine others! Played thru a Traynor YCV50 Blue, this guitar sounds amazing. Classic 59's and a 59' Plus in the bridge make it sing. Great depth, headroom and vintage Gibson sounds galour! The six way rotary switch is fast and easy to use. Warm creamy distortion when driven with great harmonics and clarity. Very nice overall.

Features
Gibson still builds great guitars. As a long time Fender player (30 years) I find the quality of the Gibsons to be superior to Fender's. Every thing from the control knobs to the inlays and finish is beautiful. Even the Case is quality. Tone/volume/selector are all top quality. Gold plated hardware and gloss finish is flawless. 61' style pick-guard looks better to me as well.

Ease of Use
This is a very comfortable guitar to play. Light and well balanced. Hey the SG was the replacment for the Les Paul (which for me is uncomfortable if your playing live for any length of time). I personally prefer the control set-up on the SG-3 to that on my SG standard, it's less busy and once you figure out the 6 pos. switch, it's fast to change pu combinations. Being use to Fender controls, this set-up is closer to what I'm use to.I like to leave the volume the same and… read more don't feel a need to mix tone/vol of the pickups anyway.

Quality
Gibson makes great guitars. They are warrantied for life. This is a great looking guitar and sounds even better!

Value
A 3 pick-up SG with 59's and vintage 61 looks for $1499, it seems like a great deal to me!!!

Manufacturer Support
Answered a few questions I had in a timley manner.

The Wow Factor
I can't put this guitar down. There is a reason that the SG has been around since 1961, like the Strat and Les Paul, it's truly a marvel!!

Musical Background:
Active musician

Musical Style:
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