Gibson EDS-1275

Gibson EDS-1275
A modern edition of the EDS-1275 in Alpine White.
ManufacturerGibson
Period1963–1968, 1974–1998, 1998–present
Construction
Body typeSolid
Neck jointMortise & Tenon
Woods
BodyMahogany
NeckMahogany (pre-1998)
Maple (1998-current)
FretboardRosewood
Hardware
BridgeABR-1 (6-string)
Tune-O-Matic (12-string)
Nickel Claw Tailpieces
Pickup(s)490R Custom Bucker (rhythm)
498T Custom Bucker (lead)
Colors available
Ebony, Alpine White, Heritage Cherry

The Gibson EDS-1275 is a double neck Gibson electric guitar introduced in 1963 and still in production. Popularized and raised to iconic status[1] by musicians such as John McLaughlin and Jimmy Page, it was called "the coolest guitar in rock".[2]

  1. ^ "Rare Led Zeppelin guitar available again Jimmy Page's double neck is back after 36 years". NME. March 15, 2007. Retrieved March 4, 2010.
  2. ^ Vinnicombe, Chris (August 4, 2008). "Jimmy Page's Gibson named 'coolest guitar in rock'". Future plc. Retrieved March 4, 2010.