Gibson Custom 1963 SG Special TV Pelham Blue Sparkle Light Aged w/case 501123

Serial - 501123

Weight - 6 lbs 11.9 oz

The Gibson Custom 1963 SG Special Reissue is one of the purest expressions of early SG design—lightweight, aggressive, and unapologetically direct. Finished here in striking TV Pelham Blue Sparkle with Murphy Lab Light Aging, this limited Custom Shop build pairs the raw voice of dual P-90s with a finish that feels equal parts vintage hot rod and stage-ready showpiece. The subtle aging gives the nitro finish authentic lacquer checking and the feel of a well-preserved original without overdoing the wear.

Built from a solid one-piece mahogany body with no weight relief, this SG Special delivers the fast attack, midrange punch, and lively resonance that made these guitars favorites of players who wanted simplicity and attitude. The Authentic ’63 Medium C neck profile offers a substantial but comfortable feel, while the lightning bar wraparound tailpiece keeps the instrument resonant and responsive. At just 6 lbs 11.9 oz, this example is exceptionally lightweight and incredibly comfortable, with the kind of immediate acoustic liveliness that makes great SGs stand out. Gibson’s 1963 SG Special platform centers around all-mahogany construction, dual Custom Soapbar P-90 pickups, and period-correct construction methods for vintage-correct tone and feel.

Highlights

• Murphy Lab Light Aged TV Pelham Blue Sparkle finish with authentic vintage character
• Exceptionally lightweight 6 lbs 11.9 oz solid mahogany construction
• Dual Custom Soapbar P-90 pickups for articulate, aggressive vintage tone
• Authentic ’63 Medium C neck profile with hide glue fit for enhanced resonance
• Lightning Bar wraparound tailpiece for strong sustain and direct response

Specifications

Body

• Body Shape: SG Special
• Body Material: 1-Piece Solid Mahogany
• Finish: Murphy Lab Light Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Color: TV Pelham Blue Sparkle
• Weight Relief: None

Neck

• Neck Material: 1-Piece Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Authentic ’63 Medium C
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Number of Frets: 22
• Frets: Authentic Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Pearloid Dots
• Nut Width: 1.687"
• Nut Material: Nylon

Hardware

• Bridge: Lightning Bar Wraparound Tailpiece
• Tuners: Kluson Single Line with White Buttons
• Hardware Finish: Nickel

Electronics

• Neck Pickup: Custom Soapbar P-90
• Bridge Pickup: Custom Soapbar P-90
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch
• Hand-Wired Harness

Miscellaneous

• Serial: 501123
• Weight: 6 lbs 11.9 oz
• Included: Gibson Custom Shop Hardshell Case
• Certificate of Authenticity Included
• Made in USA

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

At Tone Shop Guitars, we specialize in hand-selected premium instruments built for serious players and collectors. Every Gibson Custom Shop piece we bring in is carefully chosen for tone, weight, resonance, and visual character—not just specs on paper. Our team works directly with top builders and knows what separates a great guitar from an unforgettable one. When you buy from Tone Shop, you’re getting more than a guitar—you’re getting confidence that the instrument in your hands is truly special.