Gibson SG Standard '61 Stop Bar Electric Guitar - Vintage Cherry (PRE ORDER)

Immortalized by Santana at Woodstock and smashed onstage by Townshend, the Gibson SG stands as one of the most iconic instruments in rock history. The Gibson SG Standard ’61, crafted in Nashville, USA, brings back the look, feel, and tone of the original 1961 model — complete with its small pickguard, vintage cherry finish, and timeless double-cutaway design. This reissue is loaded with a pair of powerful humbuckers that deliver rich, dynamic tones suited for every genre from classic rock to blues and beyond. The SlimTaper neck provides a fast, comfortable feel, while the bound rosewood fingerboard offers exceptional playability and effortless action. Constructed with a lightweight mahogany body, the SG Standard ’61 ensures long-lasting sustain and comfortable performance, even during extended gigs. Finished in hand-applied nitrocellulose lacquer, it looks, feels, and resonates like a true vintage masterpiece. Own your piece of rock history — the Gibson SG Standard ’61, available exclusively at Sadek Music.

Burstbucker pickups deliver timeless humbucker tone

Immortalized by Santana at Woodstock and smashed onstage by Pete Townshend, the Gibson SG is an undisputed icon of rock ‘n’ roll. The Gibson SG Standard ’61, crafted in Nashville, USA, takes you right back to the guitar’s revolutionary debut year — featuring the original small pickguard, vintage cherry finish, and unmistakable double-cutaway design. This stunning reissue is equipped with a pair of ’60s Burstbucker humbuckers, delivering that timeless Gibson tone — tight low end, rich and complex midrange, and shimmering highs. Designed to authentically recreate the legendary 1960s-era PAF sound, these pickups ensure the SG Standard ’61 gives you the pure, vintage tone that defined generations of rock music. The SlimTaper mahogany neck provides a fast and comfortable feel, paired with a bound rosewood fingerboard for effortless playability and precision. Its lightweight mahogany body delivers excellent sustain and a perfectly balanced feel — ideal for long performances. Finished in a hand-applied nitrocellulose lacquer, it enhances both the tone and the vintage character of this rock legend. Experience the sound and feel of a true classic — the Gibson SG Standard ’61, available now at Sadek Music.

Comfortable SlimTaper neck carve

Comfort and playability were two of Gibson’s primary concerns when they were designing the SG Standard ’61. You’ll be delighted by how well this guitar’s fast, early-’60s SlimTaper neck profile comfortably fits your hand. We love burning up the SG Standard '61's rosewood fingerboard here at it's buffed to silky smoothness and bound so there are no fret ends to impede your dexterity.

Nitro finish for the look and feel of a classic

The SG Standard ’61 wears a gorgeous gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish. Nitro finishes—standard back in the day—are significantly thinner than today’s polyurethane finishes, allowing the guitar to “breathe”. Nitro finishes not only look vintage-y wonderful, but they also enhance the instrument’s tonal qualities. This guitar has the look (and feel) of a lovingly cared-for classic — one that will only improve with age.

Gibson SG Standard ’61 Features:

• Comfortable, lightweight, iconic doubled-horned mahogany body
• Fast mahogany SlimTaper neck with rosewood fingerboard and 22 frets
• '60s Burstbucker pickups deliver authentic '60s-era PAF tones
• Handwired control assembly with Orange Drop capacitors
• Graph Tech nut, ABR-1 Tune-o-matic bridge, aluminum stopbar tailpiece, and Vintage Deluxe tuners with keystone buttons
• Classic black top hat knobs and gleaming nickel-plated hardware
• Spotlight-stealing gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish

Tech Specs

• General
• Number of Strings6
• Left-/Right-handedRight-handed
• Body
• Body TypeSolidbody
• Body ShapeSG Standard '61
• Body MaterialMahogany
• Body FinishGloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• ColorVintage Cherry
• Neck
• Neck MaterialMahogany
• Neck ShapeSlim Taper
• Neck JointSet Neck
• Radius12"
• Fingerboard MaterialRosewood
• Fingerboard InlayAcrylic Trapezoids
• Number of Frets22, Medium Jumbo
• Scale Length24.75"
• Nut Width1.695"
• Nut MaterialGraph Tech
• Hardware
• Bridge/TailpieceABR-1 Tune-O-Matic with Stopbar
• TunersVintage Deluxe
• Electronics
• Neck PickupGibson 60s Burstbucker Humbucker
• Bridge PickupGibson 60s Burstbucker Humbucker
• Controls2 x volume, 2 x tone
• Switching3-way toggle pickup switch
• Miscellaneous
• StringsGibson, .010-.046
• Case/Gig BagHardshell Case