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Description

The Gibson SG Modern is a revolutionary electric guitar that fuses classic SG styling with contemporary appointments sought after by today's players. Its solid mahogany body provides the resonant tone and sustain the SG is known for, while the figured maple top adds striking looks and warmth. The genuine ebony fretboard with 24 frets and a compound radius offers a familiar feel and fluid playability. BurstBucker Pro humbuckers powered by Alnico V magnets deliver the output and clarity required by modern music. Push-pull volume controls unlock single-coil tones from the humbuckers at the flip of a switch.

Sleek Neck Profile for Comfort and Speed

The SG Modern's SlimTaper mahogany neck has an asymmetrical profile for comfort and a satin finish for speed. Its compound radius ebony fretboard has a flatter radius at the neck joint for easy chording and a rounder radius at the body end for bend-friendly soloing. Plek processing ensures an immaculate fret job for buzz-free playing up and down the neck.

Burstbucker Pros: The Power of Alnico V

The SG Modern comes loaded with Burstbucker Pro humbuckers, Gibson's premier pickup for delivering Alnico V power with clarity and balance. The bridge pickup has slightly higher output for grit and sustain, while the neck pickup is voiced for warmth and richness. Push-pull volume controls let you tap bright single-coil tones from each humbucker—ideal for genres from rock and blues to jazz and country.

Tune-O-Matic Bridge for Accuracy and Sustain

The SG Modern features a Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge with stopbar tailpiece, which transfers string vibration efficiently to the mahogany body. The Tune-O-Matic's fully adjustable saddles let you dial in perfect intonation, while the stopbar's firm coupling to the body enhances sustain and resonance.

Premium Appointments for an Upscale Experience

High-end components like Grover locking Rotomatic tuners, acrylic top-hat knobs and mother-of-pearl trapezoid inlays complete the SG Modern. Its hardshell case provides a home as stylish as the instrument itself. Experience the Gibson SG Modern, a fusion of tradition and innovation today.

Open Box Gibson SG Modern Electric Guitar Level 2 Trans Black 197881360191
Open Box Gibson SG Modern Electric Guitar Level 2 Trans Black 197881360191
Open Box Gibson SG Modern Electric Guitar Level 2 Trans Black 197881360191

Features

  • Gloss-finish AA figured maple top on solid mahogany body
  • 24.75"-scale mahogany neck, 24-fret ebony fingerboard
  • Gibson Burstbucker Pro/Pro + pickups with push/pull coil taps
  • Nashville Tune-O-Matic, stopbar tailpiece, Grover Mini kidney tuners

Specs

Body
  • Body shape: Double cutaway
  • Body type: Solidbody
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood: AA Figured Maple
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: SlimTaper Asymmetric
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fingerboard
  • Material: Ebony
  • Radius: Compound 
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Trapezoid
  • Nut width/material: 1.69" (43 mm) Graph Tech
Pickups
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: BurstBucker Pro
  • Bridge: BurstBucker Pro +
  • Brand: Gibson
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Parallel
  • Special electronics: Push/pull coil taps
Controls
  • Control layout: Volume 1, volume 2, tone 1, tone 2
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
  • Coil tap or split: Coil tap
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: Tune-O-Matic
  • Tailpiece: Stopbar
  • Tuning machines: Grover Mini kidney tuners
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Country of origin: United States

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Reviews

4.61

18 Reviews

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Excellence in guitar craftsmanship
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Most Liked Positive Review

4

Know what you are getting into.

Greetings, Let's start with the good, okay?? The neck on this guitar is the best neck on any of the 11 instruments that I own. For me, the neck is the most important thing as pickups and tuners can be changed. Frankly, I had never even given an SG any thought until I played a 1962 SG (they were still called Les Paul's) and was blown away by the neck. I learned that the Modern was going to have a similar neck so I had to have one sight unseen. The Bad: Neck Dive. You CANNOT PLAY THIS GUITAR STANDING UP. Sorry for the caps but you must understand that this neck will fall to the floor the moment you let go of the neck to move your hands around. I had to buy a Quiklok guitar throne so as to be able to play this guitar. Again, there is no circumstance where you'll ever be able to play this standing up. That said, this guitar will be your jam guitar or your recording guitar. Playing out unless you play out sitting down will be impossible. My guitar shipped with several issues that should have been caught at the factory. For example, the neck pickup had a ground short that made the neck pickup unusable. The neck also shrunk within weeks of purchase and I was left with very sharp fret ends. To be fair, Gibson did agree to an RMA to address these issues though I did have to cough up the $100 for shipping. This guitar is something you get only if you have money that you do not need as it doesn't present many opportunities to earn that money back for the gigging musician. The SG is a very popular guitar but you seldom ever see anyone ever playing one out live. Now you know why.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

A beautiful guitar marred by terrible neck imbalance

Gibson SGs have long had a bad reputation for being neck-heavy, but I've played them for years and have never found that to be the case. That ends with the SG Modern. The neck is so heavy, the guitar hangs down at a 45 degree angle whenever I let go of the neck. Playing is hampered by having to use my fretting hand to hold up the guitar. If you plan to play this sitting down, it might be OK. The guitar is beautiful, neck felt good, and pickups sounded OK but a little bright for me - but all of that went out the window because I cannot comfortably play this guitar while performing. Very unfortunate design decision.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming12
  2. Practicing12
  3. Recording12
  4. Rock Concerts8
  5. Small Venues6
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship2
  2. Poor Pick Up1
  3. Only con is a little neck heavy1
  4. Neck dive1
  5. Neck Dive1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced11
  2. Professional Musician5
Pros
  1. Fun To Play13
  2. Good Feel12
  3. Good Pick Up11
  4. Good Tone11
  5. Solid Electronics11

Reviewed by 18 customers

  • Really awesome guitar!

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byJAL

    fromDayton, OH

    I love this guitar, but it needed some work done when I got it. The binding on the neck/fretboard had not been properly scraped and there were some rough fret ends (no fret nibs on this model). A local luthier took care of the issues and set it up beautifully. It took a while to like the sound of the BB Pro pickups. They are different sounding than my other SGs that have 490's. The maple cap also gives it some brightness. Love the ebony fretboard and asymmetrical neck. 24 frets take a little getting used to as well. Overall, it's a beautiful guitar that plays extremely well. Highly recommend it.

  • I love this guitar

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byShawn

    fromEugene, oregon

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This modern is a well built guitar,it kicks a$%,it's beautiful, the ebony wood fingerboard is awesome, the balance is great the mother of pearl inlays and maple cap are extraordinary, the only drawback is its a little heavier than a regular sg.#sweepstakes.

  • The best SG I've ever played

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byChris

    fromOlympia, WA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I like everything about it, including (a) the burstbuckers that come with it, (b) the fact that it does *not* come with a pick guard, (c) that the output jack is on the side, and (d) that it has 24 frets. Not everyone likes all that, but I do. In fact, I like it better than a traditional SG for these 4 reasons, and: I decided to go with the TBF finish, which looks very premium and modern. The pictures that you can find online don't show that very well. I have not seen a blue one yet, so I can't comment ton that. As far as neck dive goes: I always play and practice standing, and I do not have a problem with neck dive as reported by other reviewers, at least not any more than with any other guitar. Maybe its the way I hold my guitar, or maybe I use a strap with just the right amount of friction? On the downside, this model is really hard to find at any local GC store, which makes it difficult to try it before you buy it - and I would recommend that you try it first to see if it works for you, because it does feel a lot different than a traditional SG. It would be nice if more local GC stores would carry this one. *hint*hint* #sweepstakes

  • This guitar has become my number 1 axe!!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byMartin

    fromMilton Florida

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I play for a hobby. I used to play in a band, rhythm guitar and singer. But now , I'm learning theory and lead playing. This guitar came set up really nice. Action low and fast!!

  • Quality,very good voices and awesome playability

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byCharles

    fromEugene oregon

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This is very obvious, it's a guitar and I play it

  • It was a journey

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byMatthew

    fromFort Worth, TX

    It's definitely a great axe. The top leaves a bit to be desired, but this doesn't really matter compared to playability. 24 frets and push/pulls for good versatility. Swapped out the Gibson pups with SD Triple-Shot P-rails and it's the last guitar I'll ever need.

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byDan

    fromVenice, ca

    Is the back of this guitar solid black or solid blue?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Black

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJoshua

    fromPlacentia, ca

    What store has this guitar in southern Ca right now?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    I'm not showing any stores near you with this in stock at this time. Give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can get one shipped out to you.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byCharles

    fromPittsburgh PA

    Can you play standing up or will it head dive?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    The head dive is minimal.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byByrd

    fromChapel Hill, NC

    Is this guitar qualified for the 36 month payments?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes, it is.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byedgar

    fromlong beach

    is the guitar comes with strap and key for the hard case ?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    The hard case comes with the key and a strap.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJoey

    fromundisclosed

    The guitar has humbuckers. The description should say coil split instead of coil tap. I've already pointed out this exact same mistake on another guitar on this website.

    Open Reply - Beau
    Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will get these product details corrected as soon as possible.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byBig Joe

    fromTucson Ax

    What does sg stand for

    Open Reply - Beau
    "Solid Guitar".