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Gibson Melody Maker Electric Guitar
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Gibson Melody Maker Electric Guitar

The Gibson Melody Maker resurrects one of the most popular guitars in Gibson's history.
Originally introduced as a student model, much like the Les Paul Junior, the Melody Maker became a player's favorite for its light weight, comfortable neck, and great tone. Today's Melody Maker is a special tribute to the style of the 1959 edition of this beloved guitar.

The Melody Maker is no exception to Gibson's quality guitar craftsmanship. With a period-correct pickguard housing a special design single-coil pickup, a vintage-style wraparound tailpiece, rounded 50s neck profile, and slim, light body.

The Melody Maker is an unbelievable value for players of all ages, styles, and skill levels.




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As one of these select few Internet sites, AMS offers an unparalleled selection of all of Gibson’s premium brands, all
covered by Gibson’s Limited Lifetime Warranty – only available from Authorized Gibson retailers.

Gibson is recognized as one of the most respected guitar builders in the world. AMS is proud to have a decades-long history
with them and honored that Gibson has chosen us to bring their world-class instruments to you. Look for more new product
announcements, special events and promotions in the coming months.

Gibson - Pure.

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Gibson Melody Maker Specifications

Body

  • Body Species: Mahogany
  • Body Style: Slim Solid Mahogany
Neck
  • Species: Mahogany
  • Profile: 50s Rounded Neck
  • Peghead Pitch: 17 degrees
  • Nut Width: 1.695 inch
  • Neck Joint: Set-Neck Construction
  • Neck Joint Location: 16
  • Head Inlay: Gibson Logo - Silkscreen
  • Truss Rod: Adjustable
Fingerboard
  • Species: Rosewood
  • Scale Length: 24-3/4 inch
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Inlays: Dot
Hardware
  • Plating Finish: Chrome
  • Tailpiece: Wraparound
  • Bridge: Compensated Wraparound Tailpiece
  • Knobs: Black Top Hat
  • Tuners: Vintage White Button
Electronics
  • Pickups: Special Design Single Coil
  • Controls: One volume, One tone
Strings
  • Type: Brite Wires
  • Size: .010-.046


 
 
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AMS Customer from USA
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Subject:WOW!!!
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QUALITY:
Its a Gibson, what more could you want? Actually, the quality really surprised me, based on the low price, but it is a typical Gison. No issues at all as far as I am concerned.

FEATURES:
Best feature is the simplicity of the whole thing. One pickup, a volume and one tone. How much simpler can it get? Faded white finish is pretty cool too.

EASE OF USE:
Ease of use...well, you plug it in. Can't get easier.

VALUE:
Definitely worth the price. I paid $349.00 or there abouts.

SOUND:
I needed a guitar to perform a 50's revue show, and my current collection of Les Pauls just didn't capture that perfect sound, so I figured, a Melody Maker might do it. And I was right. I can play not only 50's but everything else too.
 
AMS Customer from USA
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Subject:the melody shocker
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QUALITY:
5

FEATURES:
5 needs a case at least

EASE OF USE:
5

VALUE:
5well worth then some

SOUND:
5 for sound
 
Gail from Indiantown,Fl, USA
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Subject:GREAT LITTLE GIBSON!
Quality: I think this little guitar is very well made for the price.
Reliability: I have had this guitar for only a couple of months.
Overall: I was very pleased with this product.
Playability and Feel: The neck is a little chunky feeling but I got used to it very quickly. I am able to play anything on it, but it is naturally not as fast as my Les Paul. The fret board is very nice.
Tone: Without any effects added I would say it has a dark smooth tone. I can make it do just about anything with my stomp boxes.
Finish: They did cut corners on the finish , but to get a Gibson at this price I somewhat expected that. The main thing is that is sounds great!
Action: The action was perfect right out of the box! Even had a decent set of strings on it!
Skill Level: Intermediate
 
Crofty from NJ
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Subject:A US Made Gibby for Under $400
Quality: The guitar is solidly built. It is weighted nicely and extremely ressonant. Perhaps the most ressonant guitar unplugged that I own.
Reliability: I haven't had the guitar for very long but the finish will surely show signs of abuse even if you're careful with it, considering it lack nitro.
Overall: I think the guitar is a really nice deal for under $400.
Playability and Feel: The neck is wide and moderately thin, with a flattend U shape. It is quite comfortable to manuever around on. Controls are where you'd expect and are smooth to manipulate. Frets were VERY well done.
Tone: This guitar is BRIGHT!! However, the tone control is very useful at mellowing things out. With moderate gain and the tone on zero, it can be a bit muddy.
Finish: The paint is nice if you don't mind seeing unfilled grain and a satin finish. It looks like a workhorse of a guitar.
Action: When it first arrived, the action was unacceptable to me, about 1/5th of an inch off the board below the 12th fret. That was easily remedied by loweing the bridge. I'm sure the action was left alone at the factory to save time, because with my adjustments, there was still zero frett buzz.
Skill Level: Semi-Pro
 
Melodymaker55 from Westminster, Calif. USA
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Subject:Great Guitar!!
Quality: Excellent
Reliability: Time will tell. I expect good, it's a Gibson.
Overall: Excellent
Playability and Feel: Overall very good.
Tone: Excellent, love that single coil sound.
Finish: Excellent
Action: Could be better, but very playable right out of the box.
Skill Level: Intermediate
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