Gibson Melody Maker 2009 BRUGT

The Gibson Melody Maker has a rich history dating back to 1959, originally introduced as an affordable, student-friendly electric guitar. Over the decades, it has been favored for its simple design, raw tone, and excellent playability. The Melody Maker has been used by famous artists like Joan Jett, Billy Gibbons, and Thurston Moore, proving its capability as a serious rock ‘n roll machine.

This 2009 Gibson Melody Maker in transparent white is a no-frills, straight-to-the-point rock guitar. Featuring a lightweight and resonant mahogany body, it delivers a twangy, punchy tone with plenty of bite. The guitar has normal playwear and a few dings, consistent with its age, but the frets are in great shape. It has a small headstock repair, visible in photos, which has been professionally done that is super stable and purely cosmetic.

The neck is nice and chunky, and the “doghair” style transparent white finish looks cool. Weight is a super light 2800g. The single pickup in the bridge delivers a raw and dynamic tone that’s perfect for garage rock, punk, blues, or classic rock. This guitar is a simple but powerful tool—just plug in, crank up, and let it rip!

SPECIFICATIONS

Body: Solid mahogany
Finish: Transparent white, “doghair” style
Neck: Mahogany, set-in
Neck Profile: Chunky, 50s style
Scale Length: 24.75”
Fingerboard: Rosewood with dot inlays
Frets: 22 medium jumbo, great condition
Bridge: Wraparound tailpiece
Pickup: Single Gibson single-coil bridge pickup
Controls: One volume, one tone
Tuners: Vintage-style Kluson tuners
Nut Width: 1.695”
Weight: 2800g