Gibson SG Modern BBF LH

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Gibson SG Modern BBF LH

Gibson

SG Modern BBF LH

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 497151
Brand: Gibson
Model: SG Modern BBF LH
Price: $2,198.90

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This SG Modern BBF LH is a seriously refined instrument for the left-handed player seeking a modern edge. The asymmetrical neck and Burstbucker pickups offer a comfortable feel and a powerful, articulate voice perfect for rock, blues-rock, and even some modern metal. It’s a premium-priced guitar that delivers a lot of performance for the discerning player.

Product Description

  • Gibson SG Modern BBF LH
  • Electric Guitar
  • Lefthanded model
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Top: AA flamed maple
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fretboard: Ebony
  • Asymmetrical slim taper neck profile
  • Graphtech nut
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Scale: 628 mm
  • 24 Cryogenically treated medium frets
  • Mother-of-pearl trapezoid fretboard inlays
  • White fretboard binding
  • Pickup: Burstbucker Pro Rhythm and Pro Lead+ Humbucker
  • 2 Volume controls (push / pull for coil tap)
  • 2 Tone controls
  • Aluminium Nashville Tune-o-matic bridge
  • Aluminium stop bar
  • Grover machine heads
  • Colour: Blueberry fade
  • Case included
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Burstbucker Pro pickups deliver a modern, articulate high-gain tone.
  • • Asymmetrical neck profile enhances comfort and playing speed for lefties.
  • • Ebony fretboard provides exceptional clarity and sustain.
  • • Mahogany body and flamed maple top offer a balanced, resonant tone with visual appeal.
CONS
  • • Mahogany construction results in a relatively heavy instrument, potentially fatiguing.
  • • The Blueberry Fade finish, while striking, might be prone to scratches.
  • • While versatile, the pickup configuration leans towards rock and higher-gain styles.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany with AA flamed maple top
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups Burstbucker Pro Rhythm & Pro Lead+ Humbuckers
Scale Length 628 mm (24.75 in)
Frets 24, Cryogenically treated medium profile
Bridge Aluminium Nashville Tune-o-matic & Aluminium Stop Bar
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Burstbuckers offer a tighter, more focused high-end response and increased output, making them better suited for higher gain applications than the warmer, more vintage-voiced ’57 Classics.
Yes, it's noticeably thinner and flatter in the center, providing a faster feel and reduced hand fatigue, especially for players with smaller hands or those who prefer a modern playing style.
It expands the versatility, allowing for single-coil sounds, but the core character remains rooted in the humbucker’s power; it’s best for adding nuance, not a complete tonal overhaul.

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