Playing a sunburst example just like this one (borrowed from his longtime guitarist Scotty Moore) Elvis featured the model prominently on his now-legendary 1968 NBC Comeback Special, forever associating this guitar with the Man From Tupelo. 1956 Gibson Super 400 CES (Sixth Model). "Merle Travis' Gibson Super 400 When this custom-built Gibson Super 400 Special electric arch-top guitar was made to order for Merle Travis in 1952, it was the most expensive guitar Gibson had yet produced. trapeze tailpiece, multi-bound marbled tortoise pickguard, gold reflector cap knobs and three way switch, gold Kluson Sealfast tuners, deco truss rod, ad us table Brazilian rosewood bridge with gold ABR-1 Tuneomatic bridge, 3 way pickup selector switch. Best of all, the guitar has the traditional full size 1 11/16" nut width, with ample room for complex fingering, in contrast to later 60's models with the ultra-narrow necks. C $2,024.17. Drums – Pete Thomas. Pre-Owned. or Best Offer This instrument is strung with medium gauge nickel strings (.013-.056). here. 1961 Gibson Super 400CES. This guitar is probably best remembered for being borrowed by Elvis onstage during the 1968 NBC-TV Comeback Special and is featured in many photos of Elvis from that show. bridge. 1956 Gibson Super 400 CESN, From the same batch as Scotty Moore's, Only Two serial number digits away from Scotty Moore's famed 1956 Gibson Super 400 CESN which he used with Elvis and appeared in the vintage movie "Jail House Rock". And as Gibson strived to gain an upper hand in the electric guitar market in the early 1950s, the model continued to progress with the eventual introduction of the first electric version. There have been several variations and reissues produced since, including this contemporary version from the Gibson Custom Shop. Free shipping. Production would last until 1941, with tailpiece and upper bout changes made in late 1939. In October of 1963 Scotty got this 63 Super 400, #62713, and used it on sessions and to record his album "The Guitar that Changed The World". The L-5 and Super 400 were even more impressive, which was fitting, as the songs kept getting bigger, too. The Gibson Super 400 was launched in 1934 as the biggest and highest-end archtop of the Gibson line. This guitar was made one year later than the Super 400 CES played by Scotty Moore. It was first sold in 1934 and named for its $400 price, like many Gibson guitars of that era. Lap Steel Guitar – Jerry Douglas. Organ [Hammond] – Steve Nieve. Setup: The frets have been precision leveled, crowned and polished; This is a beautiful sounding guitar. SOLD 1956 Gibson Super 400 CESN, From the same batch as Scotty Moore's, Only Two serial number digits away from Scotty Moore's famed 1956 Gibson Super 400 CESN which he used with Elvis and appeared in the vintage movie "Jail House Rock". As it was then – and still remains today in the Super 400-CES – the Super 400 was the largest guitar the company had ever produced, with an astounding body width of 18 inches. After the war, production resumed from 1947 to 1955. C $824.76. This Gibson Super 400 CES is a remarkably original example of the most expensive guitar Gibson was building in 1964. /Accessories / Ordering / Tips / Friends. The Super 400 is still available today, with two humbucker pickups. Finally, the voice: full and buttery, with a warmth and depth only the super jumbo body can deliver. He paid $237 for it along with a Gibson EB-6 bass guitar in trade. 1966 Gretsch Country Gentleman 80736 February 1970 – March 1970 Vintage 1959 Gibson Kluson Sealfast Tuners L-5CES Super 400 Byrdland L-5 L5CES. Scotty Moore reunited with his famous Gibson ES-295 Scotty Moore wnated to be able to replicate the sound from Sun Studios at the live gigs with Elvis. A great jazz guitar, this Super 400 CES has a double bound 18” body with a venetian cutaway and carved spruce top with bound f-holes. 09-01-2012, 09:43 PM #5. ... the Florentine Super 400 was immortalized by no less a picker than Elvis Presley himself. Double Bass – Dennis Crouch. Gibson super 400 tailpiece 70s-80s full acco jazz guitar vintage GOLD. This Gibson Super 400 CES is a remarkably original example of the most expensive guitar Gibson was building in 1964. It’s equipped with two pat # humbuckings, a newer t-o-m style bridge, and Super 400 tailpiece. Time left 15h 13m left. necessary; bridge foot contour inspected and fit to top as necessary; bridge That same Super 400, by the way, was the one Elvis played on the NBC “’68 Comeback Special,” so get a black leather outfit, work on your sideburns and your tan, … This is due to the quality of the guitar, but also to … But as Gibson has evolved over the years to adapt to the industry’s ever-changing advancements, so have its Super 400s. That same Super 400, by the way, was the one Elvis played on the NBC "'68 Comeback Special," so get a black leather outfit, work on your sideburns and your tan, and have a blast. 0 bids. Superior materials and superb Gibson craftsmanship produce its clear, clean-cut powerful tone and dependable performance." Status: Pricing and hold status for all instruments currently available 1998 Gibson Super 400 CES (92958011) Archtop Guitars , Gibson , On Hold This consignment 1998 Gibson Super 400 CES remains in mint condition and is a fine example of Gibson’s top-of-the-line 18″ jazz archtop model, with the natural finish clearly showing the fine wood selection. Gibson Super 400 Premier 1939 Limited Historic Reissue from 1999. Similar to Elvis Presley's! Gibson Super 400: 62713 June 1968 Borrowed from Scotty Moore for the live segments of the Elvis 1968 Comeback Special, purchased from Gibson in October 1963 for $237 (US$1,979 in 2019 dollars). In addition, this is only two digits away from the Factory Order Number of Scotty's prized guitar. Gibson Super 400: 62713 June 1968 Borrowed from Scotty Moore for the live segments of the Elvis 1968 Comeback Special, purchased from Gibson in October 1963 for $237 (US$1,979 in 2019 dollars). compensation set; string slots at nut and bridge inspected and recut as "A crowning achievement! 1956 Gibson Super 400 CES (Sixth Model). Hardware: 100% original gold hardware includes twin Pat. There have been several variations and reissues produced since, including this contemporary version from the Gibson … The Photos and descriptions of The World famous Hard Rock Cafe on Beale Street in Memphis, has completely been re-designed. The Gibson Super 400 was launched in 1934 as the biggest and highest-end archtop of the Gibson line. This guitar was made one year later than the Super 400 CES played by Scotty Moore. This consignment 1983 Gibson Super 400 CES (80013021) remains in her mint condition, with slightly worn gold plating on the strap button being the primary evidence of any play wear. Do a search for "completed auctions" of Gibson Super 400's. Gibson Super 400 (1952), Merle Travis.jpg 346 × 759; 240 KB Gibson Super 400 CES.jpg 446 × 1,050; 450 KB Keith Richards and Elvis Costello 2012.jpg 1,280 × 960; 772 KB and has a comfortable nut width of just under 1 11/16 inches and a scale length of 25 1/2 inches. trussrod tension and neck relief adjusted; bridge height adjusted; bridge Notes: If any guitar can truly be said to be fit for a king (or The King, more specifically) then this is it. The Super 400 went through several changes, including a slightly wider upper-bout dimension in ’37, an improved tailpiece in ’39, parallel top bracing (the originals had been X-braced) in ’39, and most important, the addition of a cutaway version in ’39 called the Super 400 Premier (later shorted simply to Super 400C). Scotty Moore began using a natural-finish Super 400CES (for Cutaway Electric Spanish) with Elvis Presley in ’56. C $2,631.55. to preference. is shown on our Instruments This 18" wide archtop guitar quickly became the new standard for large-body jazz guitars because it possesed the cutting power to project through any big-band horn section. Piano – Jeff Taylor (8) Written-By, Acoustic Guitar [Gibson Super 400] – Elvis Costello. Gold Kluson Sealfast tuners, the signature marbled tortoise pickguard, engraved tailpiece and twin strap pins complete the upscale outfitting of this flagship model. One of the eye catchers, is Scotty Moore's Gibson Super 400 guitar, the big, handsome, cognac-colored guitar Elvis wielded in his 1968 comeback special. Happily, this guitar is an exception: the back is carved from a handsome billet of solid figured quartersawn Bigleaf maple. Watch Elvis and co on The Milton Berle Show in 1956 With an elegant light D profile, the neck has a sleek effortless feel, gliding smoothly through the palm, with fast low action over fine original medium jumbo frets with a fresh high-precision setup. Gibson's most deluxe, ornate and expensive guitar of the era. Visitors cant walk in without being overwhelmed by the many Elvis related items. The model first appeared in 1934 as an archtop acoustic with no cutaway, simply named the Super 400. The guitar will accommodate lighter or heavier gauge strings, according Buy It Now. 1956 Gibson Super 400 CESN, From the same batch as Scotty Moore's, Only Two serial number digits away from Scotty Moore's famed 1956 Gibson Super 400 CESN which he used with … Written-By, Acoustic Guitar [Gibson Super 400] – Elvis Costello. Many are surprised to find that most Florentine Super 400s and L-5s were built with laminated backs and sides. It was an instrument befitting Travis, one of the most influential country guitar players of the … Pre-Owned. The back, sides, and 3 piece neck are made of maple. Previously Sold instruments may by found Winfield Scott "Scotty" Moore III was an American guitarist and recording engineer. Elvis with Scotty's '63 Super 400 and Scotty with Elvis' '60 J-200 - June 27, 1968 In 2000 Gibson offered the Super 400 with a Charlie Christian pickup. Vintage and Clean! Pre-Owned. A remarkably original example of Gibson's most expensive standard guitar model at the time, and one that's only a year later than the Super 400 CES played by Scotty Moore. From United States. 0 bids. page here. Floyd's Vintage Guitars is proud to offer this 1960 Gibson Super 400 CES Florentine Cut, similar to the guitar played by Elvis on the 68 Comeback Special. Now highly desired by collectors and players alike, the Florentine Super 400 was immortalized by no less a picker than Elvis Presley himself. As The King would say, it's now or never: call now. model or similar instruments in the future, please contact [email protected],. In 1964 Moore got a second Super 400 CES that he played on Presley’s famed so-called “’68 Comeback” TV special, where Moore briefly swapped the guitar for Elvis’ Gibson J-200 acoustic for a handful of songs when Elvis played electric. To be notified of examples of this The absolute summit of the Gibson line, in true showroom condition. The earliest Super 400 models were quite similar to Gibson’s other archtop acoustic, the L-5, and featured a hand-engraved tailpiece and hand-engraved finger rest support, along with an “L-5 Super” truss rod cover. In addition, this is only two digits away from the Factory Order Number of Scotty's prized guitar. With its extra deep cutaway, this version offered players unparalleled access to the entire range of the fingerboard. The 1963 Gibson Super 400 CES Florentine model belonging to Scotty Moore played an important role in Elvis Presley's stage performance, the '68 Comeback Special. That same Super 400, by the way, was the one Elvis played on the NBC “’68 Comeback Special,” so get a black leather outfit, … Scotty Moore, Elvis Presley’s guitarist, bought his first Super 400, which was equipped with single-coil P-90 pickups, in the mid 1950s during Elvis’s “Hound Dog” era. Applied For humbucking pickups and electronics, engraved Playing a sunburst example just like this one (borrowed from his longtime guitarist Scotty Moore) Elvis featured the model prominently on his now-legendary 1968 NBC Comeback Special, forever … Two-piece carved close-grain spruce top, two-piece carved curly maple back, and maple sides. Buy It Now This instrument is in very good+ condi The 1963 Gibson Super 400 CES Florentine model belonging to Scotty Moore played an important role in Elvis Presley's stage performance, the '68 Comeback Special. The Gibson Super 400 is an archtop guitar.It is a highly influential guitar model that inspired many other master guitar builders (including Elmer Stromberg and John D'Angelico). radius inspected and recurved as necessary; bridge wheels and tuners lubricated; fingerboard and bridge oiled; body and neck cleaned and hand polished. It will tell you exactly the information you're seeking by way of what's sold in the past 6 months or so, and for what amount. Playing a sunburst example just like this one (borrowed from his longtime guitarist Scotty Moore) Elvis featured the model prominently on his now-legendary 1968 NBC Comeback Special, forever associating this guitar with the Man … Gibson upgraded the Super 400 (and all it’s other high-end electrics) with humbucking pickups in 1957, and in 1963 Moore upgraded to the newer version, … As the electric guitar and rock and roll began to dominate popular music, the Super 400 maintained its position as Gibson’s top model with an electric cutaway version, introduced in 1951. This guitar was owned buy a famous South African Jazz guitarist almost its whole life and … it has been sold, and is no longer available. you as soon as they become available. There are few guitars as important to the history and development of Gibson as a major manufacturer of six-stringed instruments as the Super 400 and Super 400-CES. Body size at lower bout: 18" Scale length: 25 1/2" — Gibson catalog, circa 1959. From Japan. The original gold PAF pickups are unopened, and the electronics are still snug in their original shielding cans. The three tone sunburst lacquer is masterfully applied as well, with woodgrain still visible at the outermost rims. The Gibson Super 400 was originally introduced in early 1935 as the Super L-5 Deluxe, but the name changed before the end of the year. Scotty Moore, Elvis Presley’s guitarist, bought his first Super 400, which was equipped with single-coil P-90 pickups, in the mid 1950s during Elvis’s “Hound Dog” era. The electric Super 400 CES followed in 1951 and remained Gibson's flagship archtop guitar for decades. http://legacy.gibson.com/Products/Electric-Guitars/Archtop/Gibson-Custom/Super-400-CES.aspx. Please be specific Gibson's Super 400 was first introduced in 1934 and enhanced later in 1939. During the two ‘sit-down’ sessions, Elvis handed over his own acoustic J 200 Gibson to Scotty, and in return was allowed to play ‘Baby, What You Want Me To Do’ (and others) to his hearts content on the very handsome Sunburst Super 400 CES. $2,057.99. Time left 3d 6h left. Free shipping. String action is set at 5/64" to 6/64" at the 12th Seriously one of the most lucious and rich guitar tones I have ever heard. Home / Instruments Mandolin – Mike Compton. 1966 Gretsch Country Gentleman 80736 February 1970 – March 1970 The electric Super 400 CES followed in 1951 and remained Gibson's flagship archtop guitar for decades. Even his 1964 solo record was named The Guitar That Changed the World, diverting attention to the guitar – a Gibson Super 400 – not the man. It was an instrument befitting Travis, one of the most influential country guitar players of the 20th century. Nut width: 1 11/16". Fiddle – Stuart Duncan. and has a comfortable nut width of just under 1 11/16 inches and a scale length of 25 1/2 inches. Built from mid-1960 through mid-1969, the Florentine cutaway Super 400CES was immortalized by guitar legends like Kenny Burrell, Larry Coryell and other star jazzers of the decade. The Gibson Super 400 is one of the most sought after pre-electronic archtop guitars on the market. Fine grain Sitka Spruce top, Flame figured maple back and sides, Gold plated hardware, Ebony fingerboard with pearl 400 style inlay, Strung with flat wound […] Specially ordered from the Gibson factory with Bigsby Vibrato and Varitone selector, for … Although the Super 400s were discontinued during the mid-1940s because of the supply shortages of WWII, Gibson reintroduced the model in 1949. $1,582.99. Lovies Guitar Shop Lovies guitars is offering up a really cool and rare 1968 Gibson Super 400 with Bigsby.