{"product_id":"2021-gibson-custom-shop-chuck-berry-1970s-es-355-aged-guitar-minty-w-everything","title":"2021 Gibson Custom Shop CHUCK BERRY 1970s ES-355 Murphy Lab Aged Electric Guitar Wine Red 1978","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1771\/7813\/files\/KC_Vintage_Guitars_Logo_2_240x240.png?v=1711760835\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2021 Gibson Custom Shop CHUCK BERRY 1970s ES-355 Aged Guitar MINTY w All the Extras!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"2e4cf074-c337-4671-a3e1-ef8f69715d42\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--sticky-padding-top)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"2e4cf074-c337-4671-a3e1-ef8f69715d42\" data-turn-id-container=\"2e4cf074-c337-4671-a3e1-ef8f69715d42\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-111\" data-turn=\"user\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a3783d7-d844-83ea-a06e-e5786022364c-7\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a3783d7-d844-83ea-a06e-e5786022364c-7\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a3783d7-d844-83ea-a06e-e5786022364c-7\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-112\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"4a299d18-e8ba-4e40-9d7b-cff9d6e2e5ab\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"222\"\u003eHere is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"10\" data-end=\"102\"\u003ereally nice and highly collectible Gibson Custom Shop Chuck Berry ES-355 Murphy Lab Aged\u003c\/strong\u003e, a rare signature model inspired by Chuck Berry’s iconic late-career ES-355 used throughout his legendary performances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eThis Murphy Lab recreation is based on Chuck’s well-known \u003cstrong data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"309\"\u003emid-to-late ’70s ES-355\u003c\/strong\u003e, faithfully capturing the look, feel, and vibe of the original instrument while incorporating Gibson’s modern Custom Shop craftsmanship and Murphy Lab aging treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"825\"\u003eThe Murphy Lab finish work gives this guitar a naturally worn-in aesthetic, with subtle aging and checking that enhances its vintage character. As expected from Murphy Lab instruments, there are some \u003cstrong data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"738\"\u003elight finish reactions and minor flaking in a few areas\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is consistent with the aging process and part of the intended visual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eCondition is \u003cstrong data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"866\"\u003every good plus overall\u003c\/strong\u003e, and this example came to us from a collector who played it very sparingly. It shows only \u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003elight pickguard scratches and minimal additional wear\u003c\/strong\u003e, presenting extremely well for a Murphy Lab-aged instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eThe neck feels comfortable and familiar, measuring approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e1-11\/16\" at the nut, 0.81\" at the 1st fret, and 0.99\" at the 12th fret\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a smooth, slightly slim late-’50s\/early-’60s style profile that plays effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e9 lbs. 2 oz.\u003c\/strong\u003e, it has a solid, resonant semi-hollow feel with excellent sustain and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eTonally, it delivers exactly what you'd expect from a high-end ES-355—\u003cstrong data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003erich, articulate humbucker tone with excellent clarity, warm low-end response, and that classic Gibson semi-hollow bloom when pushed\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s equally at home clean or driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003eIt comes complete with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eoriginal hardshell case\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e, all original paperwork and case candy, including the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003esignature Chuck Berry yacht cap\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fun and highly collectible nod to his later-stage persona.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gz3got\" data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003eThe Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ibstq8\" data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ok2z42\" data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eOriginality:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9srzwd\" data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Murphy Lab Aged Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k6rs3n\" data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chuck Berry Signature Model; based on late-’70s ES-355; collector owned; includes yacht cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"opaezp\" data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003ePlayability \u0026amp; Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2468\"\u003eThis one plays exceptionally well with a comfortable slim-profile neck and delivers the classic ES-355 voice—\u003cstrong data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003esmooth, dynamic, and harmonically rich with excellent note separation and sustain\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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