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SG Special 2016 T
Great value in an American-made guitar
Vanguards of
Innovation
The 2016 SG Special T offers all the legendary playability that has made Gibson famous. Topped by a no-nonsense attractive appearance, the 2016 SG Special is an outstanding value in a genuine American-made Gibson guitar.
Tuners
Smooth, efficient performance with a traditional appearance
Neck width
Period-accurate width re-ceates the SG's legendary playing feel
Nut
High density for great sustain, coupled with self-lubrication for superior tuning stability
Body
Traditional asymmetrical double-cutaway body, with a beveled edge for maximum playing comfort
Carrying case
Designed for utmost protection and easy transportability
Inlays
Understated elegance fits the essence of this special guitar
Pickups
From sweet warmth to searing leads, the mini-humbucker pickups lay down the sound
Fingerboard
Solid playing feel, traditional tone, and more sustain than ever
Setup
Expert setup makes this handcrafted, American-made guitar ready for action
Finish
The eye-catching, hand-sprayed finish looks superb - and preserves your guitar's unique resonance
Tuners:
Traditional tuners
Neck width:
Historic 1 11/16" neck width
Nut:
TekToid nut
Body:
Solid mahogany body
Carrying case:
Padded gigbag
Inlays:
Block fingerboard inlays
Pickups:
mini-humbuckers
Fingerboard:
Thicker rosewood fingerboard
Setup:
Comprehensive hand-finished setup
Finish:
High-gloss nitro finish
Body
Body
Wood Species:
Mahogany
Pieces:
Multi-matched
Density:
C
Binding:
None
Weight
Average Weight (body only):
3lbs. 9.9oz
Materials Used
Glue:
Franklin Titebond 50
:
Tonal, Resonant, and/or Technical Effect:
Body Contour
Carve:
Flat
Neck
Neck
Wood Species:
Maple
Pieces:
1
Details
Truss Rod:
SG
Profile:
SG70
Thickness at Fret 1:
0.800"
Thickness at Fret 12:
0.963"
Other Materials:
Average Weight:
1.2lbs
Peg Head
Type:
SP2
Inlay:
None
Peg Head Binding:
None
Logo:
Gold Silkscreen
Silkscreen:
Gold "Gibson"
Headstock Angle:
17 degrees
Tonal, Resonant, and/or Technical Effect:
Volute
Neck Fit
Joint Angle:
4.0 degrees
Joint Angle Tolerance:
0 deg 0 min 15 sec
Type:
Mortise and Tenon
Adhesive:
Franklin Titebond 50
Gauges Used:
Pitch Height Gauge, Alignment Gauge
Nut
Style:
Nut
Material:
TekToid
Width:
1.695"
Slots:
B:
E: 0.046"
A: 0.036"
D: 0.026"
G: 0.016"
B: 0.011"
e: 0.009"
Fingerboard
Wood Species:
Rosewood
Pieces:
1
Shade:
Light
Fingerboard Details
Radius:
12
Frets:
22
Nut/End of Board:
4.3053cm / 1.695" @ nut, 5.7404cm / 2.260" @ end of board
Scale:
62.865cm / 24.75"
Binding:
None
Side Dots (Color):
White
Fingerboard Inlays
Style:
Small Block
Material:
Acrylic
Dimensions:
Large: .768x.500
Small: 1.007x.244
Average Weight:
117.93 g / 4.16 oz
Finishes
Satin Cherry
Color Code:
SC
Surface Texture:
Satin
Filler:
Natural
Sealer:
1-1.5 mils
Top:
SC-Satin Cherry
Top Coat:
Satin
Scraped:
Fingerboard Sides and Nut
Satin Ebony
Color Code:
SE
Surface Texture:
Satin
Filler:
Natural
Sealer:
1-1.5 mils
Top:
SE-Satin Ebony
Top Coat:
Satin
Scraped:
Fingerboard Sides and Nut
Satin Vintage Sunburst
Color Code:
SV
Surface Texture:
Satin
Filler:
Natural
Sealer:
1-1.5 mils
Top:
SV-Satin Vintage Sunburst
Top Coat:
Satin
Scraped:
Fingerboard Sides and Nut
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Electronics
Pickups
Rhythm
Lead
Style:
495R
495T
Winds/Coil: Screw side/Slug side:
4250
4750
Material of Wire (gauge):
Copper (42)
Copper (42)
Coil Dimensions (per coil):
6.6294 cm x 1.7272 mm / 2.61" x 0.68"
6.6294 cm x 1.7272 mm / 2.61" x 0.68"
Coil Material:
ABS
ABS
Coil Winding Process:
Machine Wound
Machine Wound
Pole Piece Material:
Blade
Blade
Pole Piece Position from Nut:
47.3075 cm / 18.625"
59.52998 cm / 23.437 inches
Slug Material:
Slug Dimensions (diameter x length):
Magnet Material:
Alnico II Deluxe
Alnico II Deluxe
Magnet Position from Nut:
48.26 cm / 19 "
58.7375cm / 23.125 "
Magnet Dimensions:
9.525 cm x 12.7 mm / 2.375" x 0.5"
9.525 cm x 12.7 mm / 2.375" x 0.5"
Polarities:
Cover:
Chrome
Chrome
Qfactor:
3.72
2.99
ResistanceDC:
17010 Ohms
26420 Ohms
Resonant Frequency:
1719.07 Hz
1421.77 Hz
Tonal & Resonant Advancements:
Control Pocket Assembly
Lead Volume
Rhythm Volume
Type:
500K Non-Linear
500K Non-Linear
Peak Voltage:
500V
500V
Range:
0-500K
0-500K
Power Rating:
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
Resistance Tolerance:
+/- 20%
+/- 20%
Minimum Resistance:
200 ohms
200 ohms
Lead Tone
Rhythm Tone
Type:
500K Non-Linear
Peak Voltage:
500V
Range:
0-500K
Power Rating:
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
Resistance Tolerance:
+/- 20%
Minimum Resistance:
200 ohms
Mini Toggle
Type:
500K Non-Linear
Peak Voltage
500V
Range:
0-500K
Power Rating:
1/4 watt above 100K ohms
Resistance Tolerance:
+/- 20%
Minimum Resistance:
200 ohms
Capacitors:
Lead Value
Rhythm Value
.022uF
.022uF
Hardware
Tuning Keys
Style:
Green Key
Material:
Zamak
Weight:
1.0oz
Tuning Keys Details
Tuning Ratio:
14:01
Gear Type:
Worm
What is allowable turn:
+/- 4 degrees
Plating specs:
Chrome
Part numbers:
430-14139, 430-14140
String Dimensions
E:
1.1684mm / 0.046"
A:
0.9144 mm / 0.036"
D:
0.6604 mm / 0.026"
G:
0.4064mm / 0.016"
B:
0.2794mm / 0.011"
e:
0.2286mm / 0.009"
Bridge
Style:
Tune-o-matic
Material:
Zamak
Plating Specs:
Chrome
Part number:
430-10119
Weight:
72.5748 gm / 2.56 oz
Dimensions of String Slots
E:
1.4732mm / 0.058"
A:
1.2192mm / 0.048"
D:
0.9652mm / 0.038"
G:
0.7112mm / 0.028"
B:
0.4826mm / 0.019''
e:
0.3556mm / 0.014"
Tailpiece
Style:
Stop Bar
Compensated:
No
Material:
Zamak
Plating Specs:
Chrome
Part number:
430-10135
Weight:
82.21 g / 2.9 oz.
Output Jack
Style:
1/4" mono with dual tip contact
Jack Plate
Style:
None
Material:
n/a
Part Number:
n/a
Weight:
n/a
Strap Buttons
Material:
Aluminum
Plating Specs:
None
Part numbers:
430-19160 / 430-19160E
Weight:
4.0 g / 0.14 oz.
Plastics
Pick Guard
Style:
SG 70
Part Number:
380-12970C
Truss Rod Cover
Style:
B/W blank bell
Part Number:
430-19382
Knobs
Style:
Gold top hats w/inserts
Part Number:
430-19211/212
Dial Pointers
Yes/No:
No
Control Plate(s) (Backplate Cover)
Style:
SG
Part Number:
430-19386
Switch Washer
Style:
Cream hot stamp gold
Part Number:
430-19293
Trim Rings
Style:
Cream
Part Number:
430-13946
Accessories
Case
Style:
Gig bag
Color:
Black w/Gibson USA logo
Strap Locks:
No
Tools:
Truss Rod Wrench
2.5mm Hex adjustable wrench, polishing cloth
Manual:
Yes
COA/Other:
None
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