Gibson SG Standard EB
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Gibson
SG Standard EB
Product Info
Article Number:
462537
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
SG Standard EB
Category:
Double Cut Guitars
Price:
$1,648.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SG Standard EB is a fantastic choice for players craving that classic Gibson bite and sustain. Its mahogany construction and powerful 490 pickups make it ideal for rock, blues, and hard rock. This is a premium-priced instrument that delivers a lot of bang for your buck, especially if you appreciate a comfortable neck and a dark, elegant aesthetic.
Product Description
- Gibson SG Standard EB
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
- Neck: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
- Fretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Neck profile: Rounded
- Graph Tech nut
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Scale: 628 mm
- 22 Cold-treated medium frets
- Trapezoid fretboard inlays
- White fretboard binding
- Pickups: 490R (neck) and 490T (bridge) humbucker
- 2 Volume knobs and 2 tone knobs
- Aluminium Tuneomatic bridge
- Aluminium stop bar
- Grover machine heads
- Colour: Ebony
- Soft shell case included
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers a warm, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Rounded neck profile provides comfortable playability for extended gigs.
- • 490R/490T pickups offer a versatile range from thick rhythm to searing leads.
- • Graph Tech nut enhances tuning stability and minimizes fret buzz.
CONS
- • Mahogany construction makes it noticeably heavier than guitars with different woods.
- • Rosewood fretboard might feel a little dry for some players, requiring occasional conditioning.
- • Ebony finish can be prone to fingerprints and minor cosmetic blemishes.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
Neck Material
Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Pickups
490R (neck) / 490T (bridge) humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.72 in)
Frets
22 Cold-treated medium frets
Bridge
Aluminium Tuneomatic bridge & Aluminium stop bar
Weight
Approximately 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ebony finishes, while beautiful, are softer than some other finishes and can show wear more easily. Consistent care with a quality polish is recommended.
Absolutely. The 490T in the bridge position has plenty of output for heavier styles while retaining clarity and articulation.
The 'Rounded' profile is a modern interpretation, offering more comfort than the slimmer '60s profiles, but still feels relatively slim and accessible.
