mooreblues Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I am currently considering purchasing an SG, but I am having difficulty in discerning the difference between a Gibson SG Standard or 61' RI as compared to a Gibson Custom SG Standard or Historic SG Reissue. Other than being hand built, what is the difference? And, is there a substantial enough difference to justify a nearly $2000 difference? I am also considering a Gibson Custom SG Special VOS for the P-90s. Any feedback would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Plains Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 The best thing for you to do is see if you can find any locally and play them. Standards mostly all have 2 or more piece bodies and thicker necks. '61RIs used to have 1 piece bodies but Gibson now also makes them with 2 pieces. Custom Shop SGs all have 1 piece bodies and (what is pre-screened as) better wood. If you want to buy Custom Shop, look for used. They pop up in the $2,000 range and take forever to sell. I have seen a few sell for as low as $1,500. Fantastic value for the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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