1937 to '40 Gibson Black Special No. 2

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1937 to '40 Gibson Black Special No. 2

A big sounding small Gibson arch-top. The Black Special #2 is a 14 3/4 inchwide arch-top, very similar to the L-37 and L-47 models. Carved spruce top(not pressed), flat maple back and sides, single bound top with unboundback. Rosewood fingerboard and original bridge, and black finish. Thisguitar plays great, and has a surprising volume and fullness. Loud andclear, this guitar cuts through a mix incredibly well. A very rare guitar.
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1937 to '40 Gibson Black Special No. 2
  • 1937 to '40 Gibson Black Special No. 2
  • 1937 to '40 Gibson Black Special No. 2
  • 1937 to '40 Gibson Black Special No. 2
  • 1937 to '40 Gibson Black Special No. 2

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