1974-1975 Gibson ES-345TDSV Stereo Varitone – Rare Gold Flake – All Original – Exceptional Condition

This is an original 1974-1975 Gibson ES-345TD Stereo in a rare and unusual factory Gold Flake finish.

Gold flake finishes were occasionally seen on special-order ES-335 models in the mid-1970s, but they are exceedingly rare on ES-345s. Under blacklight inspection, the finish has a consistent aged lacquer glow across the entire guitar; top, back, sides, and neck, with no signs of overspray or refinish. The aging is uniform and correct throughout.

This guitar is all original, including:

• Patent-number humbuckers
• Stereo wiring harness
• 6-position Varitone circuit
• Bigsby vibrato
• Tuners, hardware, and plastics
• Gibson hardshell case

The stereo output functions properly and a stereo cable is included.

The Varitone circuit operates exactly as intended:

• Position 1 (Bypass): Full, open ES-335-style tone
• Positions 2-6: Progressive notch filtering that reduces low frequencies and narrows the bandwidth, producing increasingly focused, hollow tonal textures

This guitar is lively, articulate, and dynamic. It has excellent acoustic resonance and translates beautifully when amplified.

The neck is straight, stable, and comfortable. Action is smooth and low, and the guitar plays effortlessly up and down the fingerboard.

Cosmetically, the instrument is beautiful. The Gold Flake finish combined with the cherry back and sides looks great.

Serial number: 553408

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