Product Overview
Vintage 1998 Gibson Custom L5 Studio with Case RARE - Ivory USED
Condition - Great Shape for the age no noticeable issues!!!!! See photos.
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Product Description
The 1998 Gibson Custom L5 Studio in Ivory is a pristine example of Gibson’s legendary craftsmanship and classic jazz guitar design. This exquisite archtop hollow-body guitar merges vintage aesthetics with modern playability, delivering a rich, warm tone favored by jazz and blues musicians worldwide. Finished in a stunning ivory color, this model stands out visually with its elegant simplicity and refined details. The L5 Studio is renowned for its full-bodied sound, thanks to its hand-carved maple body, and the incorporation of high-quality electronics makes it versatile enough for stage and studio use. The 1998 edition carries the heritage of the L5 line while offering player-friendly features that meet the demands of professional musicians and collectors alike.
Product Specifications
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Model Year: 1998
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Brand: Gibson Custom
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Model: L5 Studio
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Body Type: Archtop Hollow Body
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Finish: Ivory
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Top Wood: Hand-Carved Maple
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Back & Sides: Maple
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Neck Wood: Mahogany
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Fingerboard: Ebony
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Scale Length: 25.5 inches
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Number of Frets: 20
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Nut Width: Approximately 1.68 inches (42.8 mm)
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Bridge: Ebony floating bridge
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Tailpiece: Gold-plated trapeze tailpiece
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Pickups: Dual humbucking pickups (likely Gibson’s '57 Classic or similar vintage-style pickups)
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Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone knobs, 3-way pickup selector switch
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Hardware: Gold-plated tuners and hardware
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Inlays: Mother-of-pearl block inlays
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Weight: Approximately 8-9 lbs
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Case: Original Gibson hard shell case included
Product Features
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Classic Archtop Design: Hand-carved maple top, back, and sides contribute to superior resonance and rich, warm acoustic tone.
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Ivory Finish: Unique and striking ivory color finish for a visually stunning instrument that stands out on any stage.
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Premium Electronics: Equipped with vintage-style humbucking pickups delivering smooth, articulate jazz tones with excellent clarity and warmth.
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Playability: Comfortable mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard and block inlays allows for smooth playability and great feel.
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Gold-Plated Hardware: High-quality gold-plated tuners and hardware enhance both aesthetics and durability.
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Floating Bridge & Tailpiece: Provides excellent sustain and intonation control, enhancing the guitar’s dynamic response.
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Versatile Tone Controls: Dual volume and tone knobs with a 3-way selector allow for precise tone shaping.
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Professional Setup: Instrument has been professionally inspected and set up for optimal performance straight out of the case.
