SG Standard

The SG Standard was introduced in 1961, slotting above the SG Special and below the SG Custom. It has been one of the longest-lasting variants of the SG, only shortly being replaced by the Deluxe from mid-1971 to mid-1972. As they transitioned back from the Deluxe, there were some models with a mixture of features from both.

In 1986, a new model called the SG-62 was slotted between the Standard and Custom in the lineup.

In 2016, the Standard was split into two variants; the T (Traditional) and HP (High Performance). For 2019, the HP became it's own model, while two new variants of the Standard were introduced, called the Standard Tribute and Standard '61.

For a full history of the Gibson SG, see: History of the SG

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1961-1965

1961: $265
1962: $290
1964: $310
1965
- February: $330
- June: $305

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
Angled heel
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 3 degree angle
- Hot hide glue
Joins body at 22nd fret

Brazilian Rosewood fretboard w/ trapezoid inlays
Indian Rosewood fretboard (~1965)
12" fretboard radius
Medium Open Book headstock w/ Holly veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
17^oheadstock pitch
14^oheadstock pitch (1965)
22 frets
24 ⁵/₈" scale
1 11/16" nut width (1961-1965)
1 5/8" nut width (Mid 1965)
1 9/16" nut width (Late 1965)

Binding:

Single-ply, neck
Fret-edge binding
Thinner style

Electronics:

Two covered "PAF" humbuckers (1961-1962)
- Short AlNiCo V magnets (mostly)
- Long AlNiCo II magnets (late 1960 - mid 1961)
- ~7-9K Ohms DCR
Two covered "Pat. #" humbuckers (1963 - mid 1965)
- Short AlNiCo V magnets
- ~7-8k Ohms DCR
Two covered "T-Top" humbuckers (mid / late 1965)
- Short bar AlNiCo V magnets
- ~7.5K Ohms DCR
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 500k pots

Hardware:

Nickel hardware
Chrome Hardware (1965)
Kluson Deluxe tuning machines
- 12:1 ratio
- Green Keystone buttons
- Single line, double ring (1961-1963)
- Double line, double ring (1964-1965)
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
- Wide bevel angle
- Longer shape w/ 5 screws (Late 1960)
- Shorter shape w/ 6 screws (1961-1965)
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply, wide bevel angle
  - Blank (Late 1960)
  - "Les Paul" engraved (1961-1962)
  - Blank (1963-1964)
- 2-ply, standard bevel (1965)
  - Blank
Black Reflector knobs w/ pointers
ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and Sideways vibrola (1961-1962)
ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and Ebony Block vibrola (1962)
ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and Maestro vibrola (1963-1965)
- "ABR-1" stamping underneath (1961-1964)

Finishes:

Cherry
Pelham Blue (Custom Order)

1966-1971

1966-1967: $305
1968: $335
1969-1970: $355
1971: $375

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
Angled heel (1966-1968)
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
3-pc laminated Honduran Mahogany (mid 1969 - 1971)
Set-in construction
- 3 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
Indian Rosewood fretboard w/ trapezoid inlays
- 12" radius
Volute (Mid 1969-1971)
Medium Open Book headstock w/ Holly veneer (1966-1968)
Narrow Open Book headstock (1969-1971)
- Holly veneer (1969)
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer (1970-1971)
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
- Classic font style (1966-1969)
- Squared font style (1970-1971)
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp (late 1970 - 1971)
14^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁵/₈" scale (1966-1969)
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale (1969-1971)
1 9/16" nut width

Binding:

Single-ply, neck
Fret-edge binding
Thinner style

Electronics:

Two covered "T-Top" humbuckers
- Short bar AlNiCo V magnets
- ~7.5K Ohms DCR
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 500k pots

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
Kluson Deluxe tuning machines
- 12:1 ratio
- Green Keystone buttons
- Double line, double ring
- "Gibson Deluxe" (1969-1971)
5-ply "Batwing" pickguard
- Wide bevel angle (1966-1968)
- Shallow bevel angle (1969-1971)
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply black and white
Black Reflector knobs w/ pointers (1966 - mid 1967)
Black Witch Hat knobs w/ pointers (mid 1967 - 1971)
ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and Maestro vibrola

Finishes:

Cherry
Walnut (1969-1971)
Natural (1971)
Pelham Blue (Custom Order)
Sparkling Burgundy (Custom Order)

1972 Deluxe / Standard

72 dlx — Version 1 (Photo Credit: Cream City Music)

After a short hiatus, being replaced by the Deluxe, the Standard returned mid-1972 as the last Deluxe parts were being used up. The first change was moving the control cavity cover to the back of the body again. Then, the pickguard changed to something similar to the early '60s Angel Wing style, but with less of a curve for the cutaway, which was fixed by 1973 as the cutaway beveling returned.

June: $395
October: $415

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
- Un-beveled cutaways
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

3-pc laminated Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- No angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 20th fret
Indian Rosewood fretboard w/ small block inlays
- 12" radius
Volute
Large Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
14^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
1 9/16" nut width

Binding:

Single-ply, neck
Fret-edge binding
Thinner style

72 super HB ad — Late 1972 Super Humbucker ad (Ver. 2)

Electronics:

Two "T-Top" humbuckers (Version 1)
- Short bar AlNiCo V magnets
- ~7.5K Ohms DCR
- "Gibson" embossed chrome covers
Two Bill Lawrence "Super Humbuckers" (Version 2)
- Indox 7 ceramic magnets
- ~5.4K (neck), 7.5K (bridge) Ohms DCR
- Epoxy-mounted
- AKA "Tarbacks"
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 500k pots
  
  Comparison of pickguard shapes with & w/o beveling

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
Schaller M6 Keystone tuning machines
Grover Rotomatic tuning machines (Sporadic use)
5-ply elevated Les Paul pickguard (Ver. 1)
5-ply pseudo-"Angel Wing" pickguard (Ver. 2)
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- Single-ply black
Black Witch Hat knobs w/ pointers (Ver. 1)
Black Speed knobs w/ pointers (Ver. 2)
ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and Bigsby vibrola
Schaller "Harmonica" Tune-O-Matic bridge and Bigsby vibrola

Finishes:

Cherry
Walnut
Natural

1973-1979

Note: The late 1973 - mid 1975 models with Ebony fretboards were not limited edition models, despite what some books claim. This was listed as standard specification in Gibson's catalog for those years.

1973: $425
- $440 (Bigsby)
1974: $440
1975: $465
- January: $544 (Bigsby)
- June: $479 (Bigsby)
- $439 (Satin Walnut)
1976
- March: $485
  - $499 (Bigsby)
- June: $499 (Walnut, Cherry)
  - $519 (Bigsby: Walnut, Cherry)
  - $479 (Satin Walnut)
  - $499 (Bigsby: Satin Walnut)
  - $529 (White, Tobacco Sunburst)
  - $549 (Bigsby: White)
1977: $539 (Walnut, Cherry)
- $559 (Bigsby: Walnut, Cherry)
- $519 (Satin Walnut)
- $539 (Bigsby: Satin Walnut)
- $569 (White, Tobacco Sunburst)
- $589 (Bigsby: White)
1978: $589 (All gloss finishes)
- $569 (Satin Walnut)
  
  1974 / 1975
1979: $629
- $679 (Left-Handed)

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

3-pc laminated Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 3 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 20th fret
Indian Rosewood fretboard (early - mid 1973, late 1975 - 1979)
- Small block inlays
- 12" radius
Ebony fretboard (mid / late 1973 - mid 1975)
- Small block inlays
- 12" radius
Volute
Large Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
1 9/16" nut width

1978

Binding:

Neck (early - mid 1973, late 1975 - 1979)
- Fret-edge binding
- Thinner style
None (mid / late 1973 - mid 1975)

Electronics:

Two Bill Lawrence "Super Humbuckers"
- Indox 7 ceramic magnets
- ~5.4K (neck), 7.5K (bridge) Ohms DCR
- Epoxy-mounted
- AKA "Tarbacks"
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 500k pots (January - May 1973)
- CTS 300k pots (July 1973 - 1979)
  - 100k tone (Uncommon, 1977-1979)

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
Schaller M6 tuning machines
- Keystone buttons
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- Single-ply black
- 2-ply b/w with "S-G" engraving (1976-1979)
Black Speed knobs
- Pointers (1973-1976)
Schaller "Harmonica" Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece
Optional Bigsby vibrato

Finishes:

Cherry
Walnut
Natural (1973)
Tobacco Sunburst (1974-1979)
White (1976-1979)
Satin Walnut (1976-1979)

1980-1991

The main changes with this generation were the return of the early '60s 1-11/16" nut width, moving the switch and the relocating the output jack to the side of the body. The bridge was also changed from the Harmonica to the Nashville design and the binding on the neck became a new, thicker style. In 1981, the crown inlay was moved back upward to where it was positioned from 1961-1966.

This bodystyle was produced until mid-1991 as it was replaced with the Batwing style Standard that same year.

1980: $679

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

3-pc laminated Honduran Mahogany (1980-1982)
1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany (1983-1991)
Set-in construction
- 3 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 20th fret
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Small block inlays (1980 - mid 1985)
- Trapezoid inlays (Late 1985 - 1991)
- 12" radius
Volute (1980-1981)
Large Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
- Squared font style (1980-1989)
- Classic font style (1990-1991)
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
1 11/16" nut width

83 std — 1983 Cherry and Tobacco Sunburst

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Thicker style
Fret-edge binding

Electronics:

Two Bill Lawrence "Super Humbuckers"
- (1980 - Early 1984)
- Indox 7 ceramic magnets
- ~5.4K (neck), 7.5K (bridge) Ohms DCR
- Epoxy-mounted
- AKA "Tarbacks"
Two Tim Shaw humbuckers
- (1984 - 1986)
- AlNiCo V magnets
- ~7.5-8.5k Ohms D.C. resistance
Two Bill Lawrence "The Original" Humbuckers
- (1987 - 1989)
- AlNiCo V magnets
- ~8k (neck), 14k (bridge) Ohms D.C. resistance
Two 490R/490T Humbuckers
- (1990 - 1991)
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 7.4k (neck) & 8.1k (bridge) Ohms D.C. resistance
3-way switch
Side-mounted output jack
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 300k pots
  - 100k tone (Uncommon, 1980-1989)

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
Schaller M6 tuning machines (1980-1983)
- Keystone buttons
Green Key tuning machines (1984-1991)
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w with "SG" engraving
Black Speed knobs
Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece
Optional Kahler tremolo (~1982-1985)

Finishes:

Cherry
Walnut
Tobacco Sunburst
White
Candy Apple Red (1990-1991)
Candy Apple Blue (1990-1991)
Golden Mist (1990)

1991-2012

2004: $1,069 Street (Ebony)
- $1,149 Street (Natural Burst & Heritage Cherry)
2005: $1,099 Street (Ebony)
- $1,199 Street (Natural Burst & Heritage Cherry)
2006: $1,169 Street (Ebony)
- $1,269 Street (Natural Burst & Heritage Cherry)
2007: $1,299 Street (Ebony)
- $1,429 (Natural Burst & Heritage Cherry)
2008: $1,429 Street (Ebony)
- $1,572 (Natural Burst & Heritage Cherry)
2009: $1,649 Street (All Finishes)
2010-2012: $1,199 Street (All Finishes)
- $1,324 Street (Left-handed)
- $1,099 Street (2012-2013 Clearance)

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 4.25 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
Rounded '50s profile (.820" / .970")
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Trapezoid inlays
- 12" radius
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
Corian nut (2009-2012)
- Cut by Plek machine
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Thicker style
Fret-edge binding

Electronics:

Two 490R/498T Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II (neck) & V (bridge) magnets
- 7.4k (neck) & 9k (bridge) Ohms D.C. resistance
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 300k volume, linear
- CTS 500k tone, audio
  - Sometimes 300k (Early 1990s)
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board (2008-2012)

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
Grover Keystone tuning machines
- 14:1 ratio
- "Green Key" buttons
Grover Rotomatic tuning machines
- 14:1 ratio
- (Used occasionally in early 1990s)
5-ply "Batwing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w with "SG" engraving
Black Reflector knobs
ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece (1991-2002)
Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece (2003-2012)
- Zamak (2011-2012)

Finishes:

Heritage Cherry
Ebony
Natural Burst (2000-2004)

Limited Run Finishes:

Candy Apple Red
- 1991-1993
Candy Apple Blue
- 1991-1993
TV Yellow
- 1991
Emerald Green
- Gold hardware
- Pearloid pickguard
- 1993
Natural Burst
- Late 1998-1999
Metallic Teal
- Gold hardware
- Pearloid pickguard
- 2000
Ebony
- Gold hardware
- Pearloid pickguard
- 2000
Silverburst
- Guitar of the Week model (Week 3)
- 400 units produced
- 2007
Red Sparkle
- 2007
Emerald Green Sparkle
- 2008
Purple Sparkle
- 2012

Historic 1961 Les Paul / SG Standard Reissue (2000 - Present)

These models are produced in smaller numbers (less than 1,000 per year) by the Custom Shop, to vintage-accurate specs.

Originally, it was offered with aged hardware as an option. In 2006, they introduced the "V.O.S." (Vintage Original Spec) treatment with a lightly dulled finish and aged hardware as the standard treatment, with the gloss finish and hardware becoming optional. Since 2014, as a part of Gibson's "Made 2 Measure" program, this model can be custom ordered with almost any option desired (even with a Batwing pickguard) and different levels of aging. It was briefly discontinued in 2015 before returning in 2016. In 2019, the new 1964 SG Standard Reissue effectively replaced the Maestro vibrola option.

2005:
- $2,349 Street (Faded Cherry)
- $2,449 Street (Faded Cherry w/ Maestro)
- $2,749 Street (T.V. Yellow)
2006:
- $2,599 Street (Faded Cherry, VOS)
- $2,699 Street (Faded Cherry w/ Maestro, VOS)
- $2,899-$2,999 Street (Faded Cherry w Maestro, Gloss)
- $2,799-$2,999 Street (T.V. Yellow & Classic White, VOS)
- $3,299 Street (T.V. Yellow & Classic White, Gloss)
2007-2008:
- $2,699 Street (Faded Cherry, VOS)
- $2,899 Street (Faded Cherry w/ Maestro, VOS)
- $2,999 Street (T.V. Yellow & Classic White, VOS)
- $3,199 Street (Faded Cherry w/ Maestro, Gloss)
- $3,199 Street (T.V. Yellow & Classic White, Gloss)
- $3,299 Street (T.V. Yellow & Classic White w/ Maestro, VOS)
- $3,399 Street (Faded Cherry, Gloss, Left-handed)
2009-2012:
- $2,999 Street (Faded Cherry, VOS)
- $3,099 Street (Faded Cherry w/ Maestro, VOS)
- $3,299 Street (Faded Cherry, Gloss)
- $3,399 Street (Faded Cherry, Gloss, Left-handed)
- $3,399 Street (T.V. Yellow & Classic White, VOS)
- $3,499 Street (Faded Cherry w/ Maestro, Gloss)
- $3,499 Street (T.V. Yellow & Classic White w/ Maestro, VOS)
- $2,750 Street (VOS, 2013 clearance)
- $2,599 Street (VOS, 2014 clearance)
- $2,299 Street (Maestro, Dent/Scratch discount)
2013:
- $3,299 Street (VOS)
- $3,499 Street (w/ Maestro)
- $2,999 Street (VOS, 2014 clearance)
- $2,449 Street (Maestro, Dent/Scratch discount)
2014:
- $3,499 Street (VOS)
- $3,699 Street (VOS, Maestro)
2015:
- $3,999 Street (VOS)
- $3,999 Street (Maestro)
- $3,399 Street (VOS Cherry, price drop)
- $3,649 Street (VOS Classic White, price drop)
- $3,699 Street (Maestro, price drop)
2016-2018:
- $4,499 Street (VOS)
- $5,099 Street (VOS, Maestro)
- $3,999 Street (VOS, 2019 clearance)
2019: $

Body:

Solid Honduran Mahogany body
Historic deep beveling
Tapered horn tips
One-piece construction
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish
- Aniline dye (Faded Cherry, 2013-Present)

18 std m2m card rd-0 — Cardinal Red (Painted Over Binding)

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Slim Taper profile
Set-in construction
- Hot hide glue (2013-Present)
Joins body at 22nd fret
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Cellulose trapezoid inlays
- 12" radius
Medium Open Book headstock w/ Holly veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Crown

Double Gold
17^oheadstock pitch
22 medium-jumbo frets
- Leveled by Plek machine (2006-Present)
24 ⁵/₈" scale
Nylon nut
- Cut by Plek machine (2006-Present)
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Single-ply, neck
Thinner vintage-style
Fret-edge binding
Painted over sides (Opaque finishes only)

Electronics:

'57 Classic Humbuckers (2000-2005)
- AlNiCo II magnets
- ~7.9k Ohms DCR
- Nickel plated covers
  
  Frost Blue
Burstbucker 1 & 2 Humbuckers (2006-2012)
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 6.5k (neck) & 7.0k (bridge) Ohms DCR
- Nickel plated covers
Custombucker Humbuckers (2013-Present)
- AlNiCo III magnets
- ~8k Ohms DCR
- Nickel plated covers
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 500k audio taper pots
- "Black Beauty" capacitors (2019)

Hardware:

Nickel hardware
Kluson Deluxe tuning machines
- 12:1 ratio
- "Green Key" buttons
- Double line, single ring (2000-2012)
- Single line, single ring (2013-2017)
- Single line, double ring (2018-2019)
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
- Wide bevel angle
  
  Custom Order Cardinal Red w/ Batwing
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply, wide bevel angle
- "Les Paul" engraving
Black Reflector knobs w/ pointers
ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge
Aluminum stopbar tailpiece
Optional Maestro vibrola
Optional Bigsby tremolo

Finishes:

Standard:
- Faded Cherry
- T.V. Yellow
- Classic White
Limited Runs:
- Ebony (2001, 2005)
- Oxblood (2007)
- Inverness Green/ Pelham Blue (2010)
  - $3,599 Street
- Faded Cherry w/ Grovers (2017)
- Lamp Black w/ Grovers (2018)
- Antique Metallic Teal VOS (2018)
- Double Gold (15 units, 2018)
  - $4,498 Street
    
    TV Copper
Custom Order:
- Cherry (Non-Faded)
- Ebony
- Alpine White
- Vintage Sunburst
- Cardinal Red
- Wine Red
- Natural
- Antique Gold
- Candy Apple Red
- Candy Apple Blue
- Kerry Green
- Pelham Blue
- Inverness Green
- Antique Metallic Teal
- Heather Poly
- Silverburst
- Gold Mist Poly
- Sparkle
- Frost Blue
- Double Gold
- TV Copper

2013

This redesign brought most of the specifications from the discontinued '61 Reissue to the Standard, such as the '57 Classics, Slim Taper neck, beveling, heel design, pickguard shape and knob placement, only excluding the ABR-1, wide headstock and Nickel hardware.

$1,039 - $1,299 Street
$800 (Year-End Blowout Sale)

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
- Grade A Mahogany (Translucent finishes)
- Deeper beveling
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 3 degree angle
- Franklin Titebond 50 glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
- '61 Reissue style heel
Slim Taper profile (.800/.875")
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Trapezoid inlays
- 12" radius
- Grade A Rosewood
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
Corian nut
- Cut by Plek machine
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Thicker style
Fret-edge binding

Electronics:

Two '57 Classic Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 7.5k Ohms D.C. resistance
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 300k volume, linear
- CTS 500k tone, audio
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
TonePros Keystone tuning machines
- 14:1 ratio
Optional Min-ETune automatic tuning system
- 40:1 ratio
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w
Black Reflector knobs
Zamak Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Heritage Cherry
Ebony
Classic White
Natural Burst

2014

This model year would be the first time Gibson stopped using fret-edge binding.

$1,471 - $1,645 Street

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
- Grade A Mahogany (Translucent finishes)
- Deeper beveling
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 3 degree angle
- Franklin Titebond 50 glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
- '61 Reissue style heel
Slim Taper profile (.800/.875")
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Trapezoid inlays
- 120th Anniv. banner inlay at 12th fret
- 12" radius
- Grade A Rosewood
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
Black TekToid self-lubricating nut
- Cut by Plek machine
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Thicker style

Electronics:

Two '57 Classic Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 7.5k Ohms D.C. resistance
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- Push/Pull coil split
- 500k non-linear
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
Min-ETune automatic tuning system
- 40:1 ratio
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w with "ETune" engraving
Black Reflector knobs
Zamak Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Heritage Cherry
Ebony
Natural Burst
Alpine White
Fireburst
Manhattan Midnight
Walnut

2015

This model year would represent the first time Gibson ever used a compound radius fretboard on an SG, as well as the first time Mother of Pearl was used for the fret marker inlays on an SG Standard.

$1,499 - $1,879 Street

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
- Grade A Mahogany (Translucent finishes)
- Deeper beveling
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 3.5 degree angle
- Franklin Titebond 50 glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
- '61 Reissue style heel
Slim Taper profile (.800/.875")
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Mother of Pearl trapezoid inlays
- Increased fretboard thickness
- Buffed and oiled fretboard
- Compound 10"-16" radius
- Grade A Rosewood
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Silkscreened "Les Paul 100" signature
Les Paul hologram
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
- Lower fret height
- Leveled by Plek machine
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
Adjustable brass zero-fret nut
1 13/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Thicker style

Electronics:

Two '57 Classic Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 7.5k Ohms D.C. resistance
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- Push/Pull coil tap
- 500k non-linear
- Hand-wired

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
G Force automatic tuning system
- 40:1 ratio
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w with "SG" engraving
Black Reflector knobs
Poly-carbonate control cover
- Prevents electrostatic discharge
Zamak Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Titanium saddles
Zamak stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Heritage Cherry
Translucent Ebony
Fireburst

2016 Standard T

This redesign marked a return to most of the 1991-2012 features.

$1,875 MSRP
$999 - $1,199 Street

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 4.25 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
Rounded '60s profile
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Trapezoid inlays
- Increased fretboard thickness
- 12" radius
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
TekToid self-lubricating nut
- Cut by Plek machine
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Thicker style

Electronics:

Two 490R/498T Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II (neck) & V (bridge) magnets
- 7.4k (neck) & 9k (bridge) Ohms D.C. resistance
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- 500k non-linear
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
Schaller Keystone tuning machines
- 14:1 ratio
5-ply "Batwing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w with "SG" engraving
Black Reflector knobs
Poly-carbonate control cover
- Prevents electrostatic discharge
Zamak Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Heritage Cherry
Ebony

2016 Standard HP

$1,549 Street

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
- Deeper beveling than T model
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 4.25 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
Rounded '60s profile (.818/963")
Smaller "Fast Access" heel
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Mother of Pearl Trapezoid inlays
- Increased fretboard thickness
- 12" radius
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
Adjustable titanium zero-fret nut
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Fret-over-binding
Thicker style

Electronics:

Two 490R/498T Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II (neck) & V (bridge) magnets
- 7.4k (neck) & 9k (bridge) Ohms D.C. resistance
3-way switch
- Improved durability
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- 500k non-linear
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board
Multi-contact output jack

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
2nd generation G Force automatic tuning system
- 40:1 ratio
- Chrome Keystone buttons
5-ply "Batwing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w with "SG" engraving
Black "Notched" Speed knobs
Poly-carbonate control cover
- Prevents electrostatic discharge
Zamak Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Titanium saddles
Zamak stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Heritage Cherry
Ebony

2017-2018 Standard T

This redesign has a mixture of features from previous models, with the beveling, knob placement and heel shape of the 1991-2012 model but the Angel Wing pickguard and Slim Taper neck of the '61 Reissue.

2017: $1,169 - $1,399 Street
- $1,459 Street (Pelham Blue)
2018: $1,539 Street
2019: $1,299 Street
- $1,199 Street (AMS clearance)
- $1,039 Street (Guitar Center clearance)
- $1,399 Street (Pelham Blue clearance)

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 4.25 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
Slim Taper profile
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Acrylic Trapezoid inlays
- Increased fretboard thickness
- 12" radius

Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
TekToid self-lubricating nut
- Cut by Plek machine
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Thicker style
Fret-edge binding
Pure-white color

Electronics:

Two '57 Classic Humbuckers (2017)
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 7.5k Ohms D.C. resistance
Two '61 Humbuckers (2018)
- AlNiCo V magnets
- 7.74k ohms D.C.R.
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- 500k non-linear
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
Grover locking tuning machines
- 14:1 ratio
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w with "SG" engraving
Black Bell knobs
Switch ring delete
Poly-carbonate control cover

Red Sparkle
- Prevents electrostatic discharge
Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge
Aluminum stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Heritage Cherry
Ebony
Cherry Burst (2017)
Autumn Shade (2018)
Pelham Blue (2017-2018 Limited Run)
Red Sparkle (2018 Limited Run)
Blue Sparkle (2018 Limited Run)

2017 Standard HP

$1,799 Street

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
- Deeper beveling than T model
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 4.25 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
Slim Taper profile
Smaller "Fast Access" heel
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Mother of Pearl Trapezoid inlays
- Increased fretboard thickness
- 12" radius
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
Adjustable titanium zero-fret nut
1 12/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Fret-over-binding
Thicker style

Electronics:

Two '57 Classic/Classic Plus Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 7.5k (neck) & 8.3k (bridge) Ohms D.C. resistance
- Chrome covers & mounting rings
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- 500k non-linear
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
2nd generation G Force automatic tuning system
- 40:1 ratio
- Chrome Keystone buttons
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- Chrome plated w/ "SG High Performance" engraving
Chrome plated, knurled "UFO" knobs
Switch ring delete
Poly-carbonate control cover
- Prevents electrostatic discharge
Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Titanium saddles
- Locking thumbwheels
Locking Aluminum stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Heritage Cherry
Ebony
Cherry Burst

2018 Standard HP I & II

HP-I is the early 2018 specification. Most are HP-IIs.

$2,199 Street

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
- AA flame Maple top
- Deeper beveling than T model
- Slightly thicker for balance
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 4.25 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
Slim Taper profile
Smaller "Fast Access" heel
Indian Rosewood fretboard (HP-I)
Richlite fretboard (HP-II)
- Mother of Pearl Trapezoid inlays
- Increased fretboard thickness
- 12" radius
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
24 frets
- Lower fret height
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
Adjustable titanium zero-fret nut
1 12/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Fret-over-binding
Thicker style

Electronics:

Two '57 Classic/Super '57 Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 7.5k (neck) & 8.6k (bridge) Ohms
- Chrome covers
- Direct mounted
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- Push/Pull (see below)
- 500k non-linear
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board
DIP switch (5 slide switches inside control cavity)
- DIP 1: Neck pickup split (true single) or tapped (P-90 type tone)
- DIP 2: Bridge pickup split (true single) or tapped (P-90 type tone)
- DIP 3: Neck pickup treble bleed circuit (On/Off)
- DIP 4: Bridge pickup treble bleed circuit (On/Off)
- DIP 5: Transient suppression (Spike control) for recording
  - Neck Volume: Pull for split or tap (depending on DIP 1)
  - Bridge Volume: Pull for split or tap (depending on DIP 2)
  - Neck tone: Pull for neck pickup phase reversal
  - Bridge Tone: Pull for Full bypass (Bridge only in humbucking mode with disabled controls)

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
2nd generation G Force automatic tuning system (HP-I)
- 40:1 ratio
- Chrome Keystone buttons
Grover Rotomatic tuning machines (HP-II)
- 14:1 ratio
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- Chrome plated w/ "HP" engraving
Chrome plated, knurled "UFO" knobs
Switch ring delete
Poly-carbonate control cover
- Prevents electrostatic discharge
Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Titanium saddles
- Locking thumbwheels
Locking Aluminum stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Blood Orange Fade
Cobalt fade
Hot Pink Fade
Mojave Fade

2019 Standard Tribute

$1,099 Street

Body:

Beveled, solid Mahogany body
- Deeper beveling (Not shown in official photos)
Satin nitrocellulose lacquer over stain
- No grain filler (open pores)

Neck:

1-pc Maple
Slim Taper profile
Set-in construction
- Franklin Titebond 50 glue
Joins body at 22nd fret

Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Acrylic dot inlays
- 12" radius
Narrow Open Book headstock
Silkscreened Gibson logo
Silkscreened crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 medium frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
TekToid self-lubricating nut
1 11/16" nut width

Electronics:

Two uncovered 490R/490T Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 7.4k (neck) & 8.1k (bridge) Ohms D.C.R.
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone

Hardware:

Nickel hardware
Grover Kluson-style tuning machines
- 14:1 ratio
- "Green Key" buttons
4-ply "Batwing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- Single-ply black w/ "Tribute" engraving
Black Bell knobs
Switch ring delete
Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge
Aluminum stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Vintage Cherry Satin
Natural Walnut

2019 Standard

$1,499 Street

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
- Deeper beveling (Not shown in official photos)
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 4.25 degree angle
- Titebond glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
Slim Taper profile
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Acrylic Trapezoid inlays
- Increased fretboard thickness
- 12" radius
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
TekToid self-lubricating nut
- Cut by Plek machine
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Fret-edge binding
Thicker style

Electronics:

Two 490R/490T Humbuckers
- AlNiCo II magnets
- 7.4k (neck) & 8.1k (bridge) Ohms D.C.R.
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- 500k non-linear
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board

Hardware:

Chrome Hardware
Grover Rotomatic tuning machines
- 14:1 ratio
5-ply "Batwing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w with "SG" engraving
Black Reflector knobs
Switch ring delete
Poly-carbonate control cover
- Prevents electrostatic discharge
Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece

Finishes:

Heritage Cherry
Ebony

2019 Standard '61

This model returns the features of the discontinued '61 Reissue, with the exception of the wide headstock and '57 Classics.

$1,799 Street
$1,999 (w/ Vibrola)

Body:

Beveled, solid Honduran Mahogany body
- Grade A Mahogany (Translucent finishes)
- Deeper beveling
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
Set-in construction
- 3 degree angle
- Franklin Titebond 50 glue

Joins body at 22nd fret
- '61 Reissue style heel
Slim Taper profile (.810/.910")
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Acrylic Trapezoid inlays
- 12" radius
- Grade A Rosewood
Narrow Open Book headstock
- Resin impregnated fiberboard veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl crown
"Made in U.S.A." stamp
17^oheadstock pitch
22 frets
24 ⁹/₁₆" scale
TekToid self-lubricating nut
- Cut by Plek machine
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Neck, single-ply
Fret-edge binding
Thicker style

Electronics:

Two Burstbucker '61 Humbuckers
- AlNiCo V magnets
- 7.74k ohms D.C.R.
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 300k volume, linear
- CTS 500k tone, audio
- "Quick-Connect" circuit board

Hardware:

Nickel Hardware
TonePros Keystone tuning machines
- 14:1 ratio
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply b/w with "SG" engraving (stopbar)
- 2-ply b/w (vibrola)
Black Reflector knobs
Switch ring delete
Aluminum ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge
Aluminum stopbar tailpiece
Optional Maestro Vibrola
Optional Sideways Vibrola

Finishes:

Vintage Cherry

Historic 1964 SG Standard Reissue (2019)

$4,599 Street

Body:

Solid Honduran Mahogany body
Historic deep beveling
Tapered horn tips
One-piece construction
Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish
- Aniline dye

Neck:

1-pc quartersawn Honduran Mahogany
'64 Medium C-profile
Set-in construction
- Hot hide glue
Different heel shape from '61 Historic
Joins body at 22nd fret
Indian Rosewood fretboard
- Cellulose nitrate trapezoid inlays
- 12" radius
Medium Open Book headstock w/ Holly veneer
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Gibson logo
Inlaid Mother of Pearl Crown
17^oheadstock pitch
22 medium-jumbo frets
- Leveled by Plek machine
24 ⁵/₈" scale
Nylon nut
- Cut by Plek machine
1 11/16" nut width

Binding:

Single-ply, neck
Thinner vintage-style
Fret-edge binding

Electronics:

Custombucker Humbuckers
- AlNiCo III magnets
- ~8k Ohms DCR
- Nickel plated covers
3-way switch
2 Vol, 2 Tone
- CTS 500k pots
- Black Beauty capacitors

Hardware:

Nickel hardware
Kluson Deluxe tuning machines
- 12:1 ratio
- "Green Key" buttons
- Single Line, Double Ring
5-ply "Angel Wing" pickguard
- Wide bevel angle
Bell shaped truss rod cover
- 2-ply, wide bevel angle
- Blank
Black Reflector knobs w/ pointers
ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge
Maestro vibrola

Finishes:

Cherry Red

Other Variants

Click a model name for a link to its page:

Standard/Special (1978)

The "SG" Standard (1980)

Standard Celebrity (1991)

Standard Korina (1993 / 2001 Custom Shop)

Historic 1962 SG Standard Reissue (2005-2007)

Guitar Center exclusive. Same specs as Historic SG Standard except Grover Rotomatic tuners and lightly aged finish (pre-dating VOS option). Contrary to popular belief, it is otherwise no different from the standard Historic. $1,999 - $2,499 Street