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Summary
Finish: Original
Body Material: Alder
Body Details: Solid alder body. The bridge pickup route has been enlarged for a humbucker, as switch cavity was drilled, and routes were added for the pickup leads to the switch. A ground wire passage has also been drilled from under the bridge to the control cavity.
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Profile: “C” profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .88″ (1st fret), .90″ (12th fret_
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25″
Nut Width: 1-5/8″
Scale Length: 24
Neck Details: Bolt-on maple neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood veneer fretboard, dot inlays, and heel-adjust truss rod. The neck heel has a “16 FEB 66B” stamp.
Electronics: The electronics have been modified with a bridge humbucker and 3-way selector switch on the treble horn. The neck pickup is an original grey bobbin single coil pickup with a 1966 pencil date; the volume and tone controls are original components, with 1966 date codes.
Pickup Measurements: 5.4k (neck), 9.4k (bridge)
Hardware: The pickguard has been modified for a bridge humbucker and toggle switch.
Weight: 6 lbs 6 oz
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar shows light cosmetic wear, with minor scratches, chips, and dings on the glossy finish. The body has light finish checking, and there is a dealer sticker on the back of the headstock.
Modifications/Repairs: -The body has been routed for a bridge humbucker and 3-way toggle switch
-A selector switch and bridge humbucker have been installed
-A bridge ground wire has been added
-The pickguard has been cut for a humbucker and selector switch
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The narrow frets are medium-low with light play wear. The neck stamp, pot codes, and serial number date the guitar to 1966.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case