Gibson ES-137 Classic

This beautiful guitar looks, plays, and sounds absolutely stunning! It's is in nearly excellent condition. The Gibson ES-137 Classic (2009) is special because it bridges classic vintage design and modern performance in ways not found on most other Gibsons:Unique Hybrid Design: The ES-137 Classic combines the iconic look and feel of Gibson’s hollowbody models (like the ES-175), but with a solid mahogany center block for better sustain and dramatically reduced feedback—letting you use higher gain or play at stage volumes without unwanted noise.Distinctive Sound and Versatility: Its 490R (neck) and 498T (bridge) humbucker pickups offer both warmth and bite. You get rich, resonant jazz and blues tones plus the power and articulation for rock and soul. This is a “best of both worlds” instrument, with vibrant acoustic character and classic Les Paul-like punch—something no other Gibson delivers quite the same way.Premium Build and Appointments: The 2009 model features a laminated curly maple body, maple neck, rosewood fretboard with elegant trapezoid inlays (including a signature “C” at the 12th fret), bound top and back, and a Tune-O-Matic bridge with stop tailpiece for tuning stability and sustain.Florentine Cutaway: The sharp, elegant single cutaway allows excellent upper fret access and helps the guitar stand out visually.Made in the USA: Crafted at Gibson’s Custom Shop Memphis factory—these instruments were only produced 2002–2013, making them relatively rare and desirable for collectors and serious players.Comfort & Playability: Medium neck profile makes it comfortable for hours of play, ideal for both rhythm and lead.Why this model?This 2009 ES-137 Classic sits at the sweet spot between blues/jazz boxes and solidbody rock guitars. It is praised for handling high volumes without feedback, its dynamic sustain, and its adaptability to nearly any genre. With most alternatives discontinued, these have become increasingly sought after on the used market for good reason.There were a couple of minor surface paint checks that have been repaired. They're not visible in the photos.