{"product_id":"gibson-sg-standard-61-2023-cardinal-red-burst","title":"Gibson SG Standard '61 2023 - Cardinal Red Burst","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Cardinal Red Burst is such a good fit for an SG. The center is a really vivid red that fades into deep black around the edges, and the gloss finish gives it a lot more depth in person than a flat solid color ever would. It still looks unmistakably like an SG, just with a little more attitude than the usual Cherry examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first thing I noticed when I picked this one up was the weight. It is only 6.25 pounds on my scale, and you absolutely feel it. This is one of those guitars that almost disappears on a strap, and paired with the thin SG body and SlimTaper neck, it is ridiculously easy to move around on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe setup is exactly where I like it. The action is low, the intonation is spot on, and it plays effortlessly across the entire fretboard. The neck has that fast, slim '61 feel without getting overly flat, and the upper-fret access is one of the reasons I always enjoy these compared with a traditional single-cut design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe original '60s Burstbuckers suit this guitar really well. There is plenty of bite and definition from the bridge, while the neck pickup has that thicker, rounder sound without getting muddy. They have enough output to push an amp nicely, but they still respond really well to your picking and the guitar's volume controls. The electronics tested perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition is excellent throughout. I am not seeing any dings, major scratches or notable blemishes on the body, neck or back. The fretboard and frets are also excellent, and overall this one has clearly been treated very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat stood out to me:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardinal Red Burst looks fantastic on the SG body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely light at just 6.25 pounds on my scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast SlimTaper neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent upper-fret access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffortless low action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecent setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot-on intonation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent fret and fretboard condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal '60s Burstbucker pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronics tested perfectly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo dings or major blemishes worth noting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Gibson hardshell case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete original case candy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor me, the weight is what really separates this one. There are plenty of good SG Standard '61s out there, but finding one at 6.25 pounds that is this clean and already playing this well makes it a particularly nice example. It has everything I want from an SG—light weight, a quick neck, easy access all the way up the board, and that immediate punch the platform does so well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike all my guitars, this one’s been cared for and dialed in—no guesswork, no surprises, just a great instrument that’s ready to play. I personally inspect and test every guitar before it ships, making sure it’s in the exact condition I’d want to receive myself. These guitars come from me, not a shop—each one gets the kind of attention and care only a real guitar lover gives. Ships fast and insured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e⏳ \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese guitars don’t usually sit. Most are purchased within 1–5 days, and I regularly hear from watchers after the listing has already sold. If this one’s on your radar, now’s the window!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47700607893675,"sku":"AF-10463","price":1375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/8344\/1579\/files\/6262d009-d7ca-4495-aa82-295b1dd62df5.jpg?v=1787794927","url":"https:\/\/aeonicfrets.com\/products\/gibson-sg-standard-61-2023-cardinal-red-burst","provider":"Aeonic Frets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}