Gibson

Immerse yourself in the vintage charm of the 1966 Gibson ES-120T electric guitar, a true relic of the golden era of music. This lightweight instrument is a joy to play, offering a comfortable and effortless playing experience. Adorned in a classic Sunburst finish, the ES-120T is the same thickness and size of the infamous 335, but without a cutaway. It exudes timeless appeal and vintage aesthetics that capture the essence of bygone musical eras. Boasting its original chip board case, this guitar is a true collector's item that comes with a piece of music history. Despite its age, this 1966 Gibson ES-120T remains in excellent condition, exhibiting minor chips and player wear that add character and authenticity to its appearance. Whether you're a seasoned player or a vintage aficionado, this guitar's distinctive tone and unique feel are sure to captivate you. From bluesy bends to jazzy chords, the ES-120T delivers a versatile sound that suits a variety of playing styles. The only short coming of the original instruments were the compensated wooden saddles. This guitar's upgraded tune-o-matic bridge allows for finer intonation adjustments making this ES-120T play and stay in tune.

*We are a FULL SERVICE shop, in business over 30 years, have a expert repair and Custom Modification department as well as an on-site Custom Shop for in-house mods and custom instrument builds. Guitar Villa, located in Bethlehem PA, is run by musicians, instrument and amp techs and we are here to help you with any product selection or use questions you may have. We can advise on the best value at any budget. We would be happy to give you an in-hand description of any item we list for sale. Contact us for all your questions or needs before and after the sale!

This is an original 1969 Gibson EB-1 bass, all original and in excellent condition. The EB-1 violin style bodied bass of this era was only made from 1968-1970 and had a short-scale 30,5" neck with 20 frets which are in great shape. This epic bass delivers a large growling sound was made famous by Felix Pappalardi with Mountain as well as jack Bruce of Cream fame.  This bass includes it’s original hard shell case. The finish is clear lacquer over the solid Mahogany body and neck. These basses were hand pin striped over the Mahogany, around the edges, prior to the factory application of the clear finish. VERY cool piece of History, that also plays and sounds tremendous! 

*We are a FULL SERVICE shop, in business over 30 years, have a expert repair and Custom Modification department as well as an on-site Custom Shop for in-house mods and custom instrument builds. Guitar Villa, located in Bethlehem PA, is run by musicians, instrument and amp techs and we are here to help you with any product selection or use questions you may have. We can advise on the best value at any budget.  We would be happy to give you an in-hand description of any item we list for sale. Contact us for all your questions or needs before and after the sale!

The Gibson Les Paul "The Paul" is a no frills hard rock and metal machine. First launched in 1978 "The Paul" sports an all walnut construction with an unbound ebony fingerboard, modified selector switch position, and no factory pick guard. 1980 marks the addition of features present on this instrument including the branded headstock logo and volute headstock construction for increased rigidity. The contoured edges facilitate ease of play along the body and the original Gibson T-Top pickups sound very full and clear.

*We are a FULL SERVICE shop, in business over 30 years, have a expert repair and Custom Modification department as well as an on-site Custom Shop for in-house mods and custom instrument builds. Guitar Villa, located in Bethlehem PA, is run by musicians, instrument and amp techs and we are here to help you with any product selection or use questions you may have. We can advise on the best value at any budget. We would be happy to give you an in-hand description of any item we list for sale. Contact us for all your questions or needs before and after the sale!

As 70s hard rock transitioned into 80s metal, players looking for more aggressive looking instruments began to turn towards Jackson and B.C. Rich for their unique body designs and quality control. Introduced in 1984, the Gibson Explorer XPL sought to capture that same audience with the additional defined points to the explorer body and headstock. Alongside the factory Kahler Flyer bridge are an original dirty fingers bridge pickup and a period-correct PAF neck pickup. Keeping in line with the dark themes portrayed in metal music an Ebony finish over the mahogany body and maple neck was an obvious choice when designing the Explorer XPL. The ebony fingerboard features 22 frets and pearloid dots capable of handling even the most boisterous lead players.

*We are a FULL SERVICE shop, in business over 30 years, have a expert repair and Custom Modification department as well as an on-site Custom Shop for in-house mods and custom instrument builds. Guitar Villa, located in Bethlehem PA, is run by musicians, instrument and amp techs and we are here to help you with any product selection or use questions you may have. We can advise on the best value at any budget. We would be happy to give you an in-hand description of any item we list for sale. Contact us for all your questions or needs before and after the sale!

Available for sale is an all original 1997 Gibson Custom Shop ES-5 Switchmaster 17" hollow-body archtop guitar in the SUPER RARE and highly desirable Translucent Cherry lacquer finish. The top, back, and sides all display beautiful flame maple. All original ES-5 Switchmasters with humbuckers are becoming increasingly more difficult to find regardless of price or condition. Five-ply binding is installed on the fingerboard as well as on the front and back of the body. The five-piece neck (three pieces of flame maple with two walnut strips separating them) sports a pointed-end rosewood fretboard with large block inlays. The headstock is bound in front, has a stinger on the back and is factory equipped with gold-plated Grover tuners. B.B. King, Carl Perkins, and Wes Montgomery all turned to their ES-5s for their sonic versatility and its no wonder. The three humbucking pickups perform exceptionally well and―together with the four-position selector switch―offer a wide range of tones not otherwise found on a full hollow body electric. There are no alterations to the body, neck or electronics. No part of this guitar has been drilled since leaving the factory. The intonation is perfect and the action allows for smooth and easy playability. Hardshell case included.

*We are a FULL SERVICE shop, in business over 30 years, have a expert repair and Custom Modification department as well as an on-site Custom Shop for in-house mods and custom instrument builds. Guitar Villa, located in Bethlehem PA, is run by musicians, instrument and amp techs and we are here to help you with any product selection or use questions you may have. We can advise on the best value at any budget. We would be happy to give you an in-hand description of any item we list for sale. Contact us for all your questions or needs before and after the sale!

This is a really nice Gibson produced Dobro square-neck resonator guitar.  The model is called the Hound Dog and it has a factory installed pickup system inside.  It is a natural wood instrument and the tone is beautiful.  It is in excellent condition.   If you play, or want to play slide, this guitar will make you VERY happy! 

*We are a FULL SERVICE shop, in business over 32 years, have a expert repair and Custom Modification department as well as an on-site Custom Shop for in-house mods and custom instrument builds. Guitar Villa, located in Bethlehem PA, is run by musicians, instrument and amp techs and we are here to help you with any product selection or use questions you may have. We can advise on the best value at any budget. We would be happy to give you an in-hand description of any item we list for sale. Contact us for all your questions or needs before and after the sale!