The Gibson SG Tribute Natural Walnut is a straight-lined workhorse in the classic double-cut design that dispenses with unnecessary ornamentation and instead convinces with optimal playing characteristics and a first-class sound. This combines Gibson the traditional mahogany body with a glued maple neck , whose " Rounded " profile guarantees optimum playing characteristics across all 22 frets of the rosewood fingerboard . Equipped with Alnico -II magnets , the Gibson 490 Humbucker delivers a powerful sound with wide midrange and lively response that turns out to be an all-rounder for blues, Rock or even Metal . Last but not least it Gibson SG Tribute Natural Walnut is equipped with precise Deluxe tuners Vintage and the proven Combo Tune -O-Matic bridge and Stopbar tailpiece .
This guitar is a full-blooded SG without the superficial additions. The sound is classic SG, with a definite late 60's vibe. Having recently owned a 61 reissue SG I find the sound of this guitar to be more "up-front" and satisfying than its more expensive counterpart. Also, the rounded neck profile feels much more comfortable for long periods of playing. It looks great and understated in walnut. The only thing I didn't like was the uncovered pick-ups but this was easily rectified by fitting some covers which were inexpensive and for me complete the look of this instrument. If you are looking for a real SG but not the price-tag then this is the guitar for you. Highly recommeded.