Representative of full acousticoGibson ES-175The Gibson ES-175. While it is a familiar model for jazz and blues, it is actually a nostalgic It is a model that can be used in a variety of ways due to its depth of character, and continues to attract many players. Many It was born at a time when many full acousticos were shifting to electric models, and it is a super long-selling masterpiece that continues to be produced to this day.ES-175The ES-175 is a very long-selling masterpiece that has been produced up to the present day. The ES-175 has a dry, yet fat and lustrous tone. ”Itinago ” Let's take a look at the charm of!!
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1949In 1949, the top modelGibson L-5The name "L-5" is derived from the name "L-5". By the way, the name comes fromE＝Electric (Electric ( Electric ()、S＝Spanish(Spanish style, held horizontally)、175＝List Price175Dollar.1949Since its announcement in 2006 Since its introduction in 1949, this super long-selling model has been in production.
It was first introduced inP-90of the1pickup specification only, later double pickup specification ( ES-175D、ES-175DN )and humbucker-equipped models. The body is made of16The body is a relatively easy size to hold at 3.5 inches, and the neck isGibsonThe neck is the well-known24 3/4The body thickness is called "full depth body". The thickness of the body is the same as that of a full depth body.3 3/8inch.
The greatest feature is the top-of-the-line modelGibson L-5To achieve a more cost-effective design, the top material is plywood.(Multi-layer)The top material is made of multi-layers of plywood to achieve a more cost-effective design.L-5is made of a single piece of top wood called a veneer, ES-175is made of maple + poplar + maple plywood.
This specification limits the ringing of the top wood, and the feedback/feedback, and the effect of reducing feedback is achieved. (Some players use this characteristic to distort the sound. )andL-5cannot be described only as a low-cost version of the L-5, but also as a one-of-a-kindES-175sound.
Easy to handle16The "easy-to-handle 3.5-inch size," "high playability," and "horn-like resonance, thick, beautiful, clear, and sweet tone" attracted many great guitarists. It was especially favored by jazz guitarists. It has also become a standard for jazz guitar. At the same time, however, it also has the characteristics of "quick rise," "quick decay," and "rich bass component," and can actually produce a powerful cutting sound.ES-175The ES-175 is a very versatile instrument. The ES-175 is used by guitarists in a wide range of genres, including blues, soul, funk, and rock, as well as jazz.
The sound through an amp is great, but the live sound is also very attractive as an acoustic guitar. As mentioned before, the raw sound has a low volume specification, but the sau The sound is light, transparent, and beautiful. In fact, there is a famous recording of this wonderful live sound. Jazz guitarist known as a solo guitar virtuoso” Joe Pass ” Joe Pass is a jazz guitarist who is also known as a solo guitarist. You can hear the sound along with his wonderful performance in this work.
This is a great guitar that can be enjoyed both when using an amp and live sound!! If you have never touched it, please pick it up and take a look. You will be able to enjoy the wonderful world that fascinated the greats.!
Advanced ModelL-5Compared with Let's see!
「2Let's compare the two masterpieces. By comparing them, we can better understand the characteristics of each! By the way, I've lined up my favorite users to compare them, too, and it's amazing!! (Some jazz players use both.)
L-5 :
Wes Montgomery
Scottie Moore
Hank Garland
Eric Clapton
Melvivin Sparks
Lee Ritner
Tuck Andress
Howard Roberts,
John Mayer etc.
ES-175 :.
Steve Howe
Pat Metheny
Wes Montgomery
Joe Pass
Jim Hall
Kenny Burrell
Herb Ellis,
Ronnie Jordan
Slash.
etc.
ES-175is Gibson's standard scale24 3/4in.(medium scale)is adopted.L-5L-5 is also known for Fender, etc.25 1/2Inch(long scale)is used. The long scale has more bounce, but the medium has a slightly softer nuance.
L-5uses a solid spruce veneer, which is more like an acoustic guitar. Conversely, theES-175uses plywood maple for electric guitar specs.(Maple/poplar/Maple)is used. This is to reduce cost and also to prevent feedback.
L-5The L-5 uses a neck made mainly of maple wood, while the L-6 uses a neck made mainly of maple wood,ES-175ES-175 uses mahogany wood.70In the 1950s, there was a time when maple wood was used, but basically mahogany wood is used. Characteristically, it has a softer sound.ES-175This has a great influence on the characteristics of the ES-175.
L-5The L-5 is made of ebony, a high-grade material, as is the case with the high-end models,ES-175ES-175 is made of rosewood. Ebony is a harder wood and gives more attack to the sound. Rosewood is softer as a wood and brings softer nuances to the sound.
The cutaway section in the photo,L-5In the L-5, the cutaway part"Gently curved”Whereas,ES-175is sharply pointed.L-5is a high-end model, so it has no joints.1The L-5 is a high-end model and uses two bindings with no joints.ES-175is designed to be sharply pointed, so that the binding can be joined to reduce cost.
L-5The L-5 has gold parts, giving it a gorgeous appearance that is typical of high-end models.
ES-175The ES-175 uses nickel/chrome parts are used.L-5Friendly to(Common)The appearance of the building The older it gets, the more austere it becomes, which is also attractive.
Even in the tailpiece section,L-5uses a luxurious gold plate.ES-175has a unique design but a minimalist, simple tailpiece.
L-5is more like a high-end model.7It has a two-layer cell binding.ES-175is a simple3layer cell binding.
Even if there are many layers of binding, the impression is very different.7The two-layer cell binding is also used in the high-end modelLes Paul CustomLes Paul Custom, which is also a high-end model.
1949A very long-selling model that has been in production since its introduction in 1949.ES-175The ES-175 is a very long-selling model that has been in production since its introduction in 1949. Some of them have been produced A small number of”Rare”models exist.
For example, the naturalES-175N (ES-175DN) / also known as “ Blonde ”。1950Sunburst produced for example in the year503natural is the most common30The ratio varies from year to year, but the number of sunburst The ratio varies from year to year, but it is known for being produced in much smaller numbers than Sunburst. The ratio varies from year to year, but it is known to be produced in much smaller quantities than Sunburst. The wine is also considered a highly sought-after product, partly because of its rarity and partly because Pat Metheny was a favorite of his. The vintage of this wine is very rare and is considered to be a very remarkable product.
ES-175The ES-175 is considered one of the rarest models of all.ES-175CCis the ES-175CC.ES-175CCis the1978year~.1979The model was produced only for a very short period of time between 1949 and 1950. It is now very difficult to obtain and attracts a lot of attention from collectors and others.
By the wayCCmeansCharlie Christian Pickup (Charlie Christian Pickup ( Pickup)Abbreviation for ....... As many of you know, Charlie Christian is a1930since the late 1950s.40Jazz guitarist who had a very large impact on the music scene during the very brief period of his career in the late 1950s and early 1960s.1990He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1964 in recognition of his achievements, which also became a hot topic. At the time, the guitar was still a supporting role. He and his contemporary Django Reinhardt had a great influence on later guitar styles. His prodigious single-tone phrasing is respected by many guitarists.
ES-175CCThe pickups on the ES-175CC Charlie Christian Pickupis Charlie's favorite pickup.Gibson ES-150This pickup was installed in a Gibson ES-150.( By the wayES-150is also known as Gibson's first electric guitar,1936It is an archtop full acoustic guitar introduced in 1949.) The pickups are visually very distinctive with their bar-type pole pieces, and the impression is of a clear sound with a very good sound. The sound is clear and clear, and the response is very good and energetic.
ES-175CCThe ES-175CC features not only the pickups, but also the maple3The ES-175CC also features a maple neck, which was used by Gibson during this period, in addition to the pickups. It has the so-called mahogany neck.ES-175The ES-175 is characterized by its strong core sound, which is different from that of the ES-175 with a mahogany neck, and together with the Charlie Christian pickups, gives this model its unique and original character. Only a few units were produced.500The ES-175 was produced in a very small quantity, and is now extremely rare and hard to find.
If you look closely at the back of the head, you can see the neck.3You can see that the neck is one piece. The pegs are also not so common, but they are Imperial pegs.(GroverImperial Tuners)This is a peg called "GroverImperial Tuners". Stylish, isn't it?!
Other rare models areES-175Symbol body version of theES-175T / ES-175TNES-175T / ES-175TN While reigning as a long-selling model, the ES-175T and ES-175TN have also been produced in unusual versions in different eras.
ES-175History of the ES-175
・1949Year ES-175is announced.
Plywood for the top material, specially designed for electric( Maple / Popler / Maple )for the top wood ( Reduction of raw sound to reduce feedback and cost reduction. )The neck is made of a solid wood. The neck is made of24 3/4inch, and the body is16” 1/42.5 inches. The body thickness is called full depth. The body thickness is called full depth3 3/8inch size. At the time, it wasP-90of the1Pick Up Pickup specification. The color is sunburst(ES-175)and natural(ES-175N)。
＊Nstands for natural.
・1953Year 2Pickup spec.ES-175D、ES-175DNwill also join the lineup.
＊Dstands for double ( In modern times2PU2PU is the normal specification.Dis omitted. )。
・1957year Gibson humbucking pickups ( PAF )With the introduction of the "humbucker spec" and "P-90Specifications" of the2type.
Tailpiece is "bail tailpiece" → "zigzag tailpiece Zigzag Tailpiece" is changed to "Zigzag Tailpiece".(Some of the old tailpieces are still used.)。
・1957Year(1962From about 1949 to about 1950)Pickups usedPAFPatent pending/Patent Applied Fordecal will be affixed to the(OriginalPAF/PU-490)
＊1956Year1957No decal in 1949.
・1959Year ES-175N (1Pickup specification)was not produced, and the following year1960The following year, only5Only a few bottles were produced in 1949, and then production ceased.
The natural version was produced in extremely small numbers and is now very rare. The natural version was produced in extremely small numbers, and is now a very rare model.
・1960In the 1950s, the neck shape was changed to a thinner, more playable version./narrower and narrower.
Also1than pickup specification,2Pickup models will become more central.
・1962Year ~.(1965Until about the year) Pickups used PAFis a decal seal with a patentNo. comes to be entered (Sticker NumberedPAF / PU-490)。
・1965Circa 1949 - Head angle.17degrees to14degrees.
・1965Year to(1975Until around the year) Pickups used PAFis a patentedNo.on the bobbin in addition to to the top of the bobbin.Tembossed on the (Sticker numberedPAF "TBACKER" / PU-490)。
・1966Circa 1949-. Fingerboard wood is conventional Brazilian rosewood(Hakaranda) → Indian Rosewood To Indian Rosewood.
・1969Early 2006~.(1975Until about the year) Neck wood is conventional mahogany1Piece to volute(Reinforced)With3piece with reinforcement.
・1970In the 1950s, production gradually moved from the Kalamazoo factory to the Nashville factory.
The Kalamazoo Factory, which had been producing arch tops, was gradually reorganized and moved to the Nashville Factory.1984The Kalamazoo factory, which produced arch tops, was gradually reorganized and closed in 1949.
・1970In the 1950s, the head became a large design.
The wooden head plate was also replaced by a traditional wooden head plate, and a wooden head plate was replaced by a wooden head plate.(holly)to plastic(Phenolic resin/Bakelite)The head will be changed to On the back of the head "MADE IN USA"on the back of the head.
・1970Year ~.(1983until about the year)Head Logo PreviouslyGibsonSpelling.bandoletters with a gap between(In a perfect circle not a perfect circle)but a logo with no gaps. The letters are also somewhat angular.
・1975Year~.(1981From around 1949 to) Pickups usedPAFis a conventional sticker number PatentNois stamped directly from the (Engraved numberedPAF/ PU-490to)。
・1976Year A new body type with a thin body was introduced. ( ES-175T、ES-175TN )。
＊Tstands for thin body.
・1976Year ~.(1982until about the year)Neck wood is mahogany3Piece → Maple3Piece to Maple.
・1979Year Model with Charlie Christian pickups ES-175CCES-175CC appeared on the market.
・1981Year ~.(1984Until about the year) Pickups usedPAFhas been changed from the conventional engraved numbered pickups to originalPAFreprintedNEW PAFto(Also known as Tim ShawPAF / PU-490)。
・1982Circa 1964-. Neck material again mahogany3Piece / 1To the piece.
・1983Year ~.(1990From about the year) Mahogany back and sides.
・1999Year Due to a change in parent company, Electric Archtop Specialty Co. Memphis Custom Shop is established.
Favorite Artists
Steve Howe (ex Yes, Asia, etc. ）
Steve Howe is a legend in the rock world, active in the leading progressive rock bands "Yes" and "Ageia. He is a legend not only in rock music, but also in other genres of music, and has been a pioneer in the creation of original sounds by incorporating performance techniques from a wide variety of genres. and established a unique sound. He is also a member of theGibson ES-175Dis also known as a favorite user of the Gibson ES-175D. He looked at it many times in catalogs as a young man and admired the cool design and the sound that Wes Montgomery and Joe Pass had achieved.ES-175DHe says that the appeal of the ES-175D is that it offers a wide variety of sounds, and he especially likes the tone of the front pickup, which he cannot get on other guitars. By the way, he uses round wound strings.ES-175He is not the only one who has expanded the possibilities of the ES-175 while taking advantage of its characteristics. I think he is one of those who have taken advantage of the characteristics of the ES-175 and expanded its possibilities.
Pat Metheny (ex Pat Metheny Group and others )
One of the masters of our time who continues to creatively create music beyond the boundaries of a jazz guitarist. Since his youth, he has long been a member of theES-175DNHe is also known to have used ES-175DN for a long time since his younger days. His favoriteES-175DNwas originally made by The ES-175DN was originally designed as a normal model, but the rear pickup and associated assembly were removed in the process. the rear pickup and associated assemblies were removed and used. ( The rear pickup hole was covered with black tapeES-175Many of you may remember the )。 although he now uses Ibanez's signature model,ES-175DNThe era of the ES-175DN was the sweetest and most beautiful of all. The sweet and beautiful tone of the ES-175DN was very impressive. He was not bound by old conventions and was eager to try new equipment,ES-175DNThe ES-175DN and the ES-175DN The ES-175DN and the ES-175DN express a very creative sound.ES-175I think he is one of the people who expanded the possibilities of the ES-175.
Wes Montgomery.
Jazz Giants "Wes Montgomery". His overwhelming performance ability has made him one of the jazz guitar's stylistic He has established a style of jazz guitar with his overwhelming performance. His style of big-sounding, dynamic fingerpicking has influenced many players. Speaking of Wes,Gibson L-5but he was also known to have used a Gibson L-5 Among his other favorite guitarsES-175(P-90equipped model)There were alsoES-175.with an impressive jacket holding an ES-175. The album "Incredible Jazz Guitar" is said to have used the ES-175.ES-175I think he is one of the people who brought out the great sound of the ES-175.
Joe Pass
Jazz Giant "Joe Pass" is a renowned solo guitarist. Of course, with his ensemble But it is the solo guitar that really brings out the best in his voicings. The solo guitar performance is more impressive than the ensemble performance. As we have already mentioned, the solo guitar masterpiece "Virtuoso In "Virtuoso", the solo guitar masterpiece, you can hearES-175as an acoustic guitar.(A form of miking on the guitar in)The sound of an acoustic guitar is different from the sound of an amplified guitar. You can hear the beautiful sound of the acoustic guitar, which is different from the amplified sound. Of course, the performance also gives you a different dimension of playing.ES-175The great sound of the ES-175 I think he is one of the best players who brought out the great sound of the ES-175.
Other jazz guitar masters such as Jim Hall, Kenny Burrell, Herb Ellis, and many others have also played with him. and modern jazz guitarists such as Jim Hall, Kenny Burrell, Herb Ellis, and others. ( Ronnie Jordanetc. ) Ronnie Jordan, etc.) also use it. Many rock guitarists, such as Slash, use this guitar for their recordings.ES-175and many other guitarists have been attracted by the charm of the ES-175 I am using it.