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Summary
Finish Details: Original
Top Material: Maple Top
Body Material: Mahogany Body
Body Details: Mahogany “pancake”-style solid body with carved maple cap
Neck Material: Maple Neck
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: “C” profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .79″ (1st fret), .97″ (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00″ to
Nut Width: 1-5/8″
Scale Length: 24 3/4″
Neck Details: Bolt-on three piece maple neck with bound rosewood fretboard, trapezoid inlays, and headstock volute. There is a repaired crack in the back of the neck between the nut and first fret.
Electronics: Original Aria pickups and electronics, with 3-way toggle switch, neck/bridge volume controls, independent middle volume control (the middle pickup can be isolated), and master tone control. The pots do not have standardized date codes.
Pickup Measurements: 8.4k (neck), 8.2k (middle), 8.2k (bridge)
Hardware: The tuners and not have both been replaced.
Weight: 9lbs 12oz
Modifications/Repairs: There is a repaired crack in the back of the neck. The tuners and nut also appear to be non-original.
Case Details: Gig bag
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar shows light cosmetic wear. The finish is glossy with swirls, light scratches, and a few small dings on the front of the body. The sides have additional dings and scratches, and the back has moderate buckle rash as well. The back of the neck has a repaired crack with some additional dings around it; the repair is smooth and stable. The footprint of an alternate tuner set is apparent on the back of the headstock, though it does not appear as if any additional screw holes were drilled.
Serial Number: 7656713
Tech Notes: Plays well with low action and optimal neck relief; the guitar is currently set up with 10s. The frets are wide and medium height with minor wear. The serial number dates to 1976.