The Gibson L5-S was first introduced at the summer NAMM show in 1972 as the companies first designated solid body jazz guitar, and was produced in relatively small numbers until 1983. It was also one of the companies most expensive solid body instruments at the time, retailing well over $100 above a Les Paul Custom. It shares a number of similarities with the L5 archtop electric acoustic models, including the multilayer binding throughout, the single-cutaway body (albeit with a less pointed horn), the ebony fingerboard with block inlays, the signature flowerpot headstock inlay, and the L-5 tailpiece with contrasting silver on gold. The body is fitted with a set of Bill Lawrence designed Tarback hum buckers, along with a harmonica bridge and TP6 adjustable tailpiece.
This guitar is in very good cosmetic condition, with only very minor signs of use to speak of, and it is internally and externally original.
This guitar has been given a full service by our luthiers at the Vintage Instrument Workshop, and includes a 3 year warranty.
