Seldom seen on the open market. A one off collaboration between McCartney and the Gibson family of brands. A stunning recreation of the iconic Epiphone flat-top used by the Beatle throughout his career. This slope-shouldered dreadnought has superb note definition and an exceptionally pleasing dry harmonic richness. Made by the Gibson Custom Shop in the USA.
This example (number 198 of 250) has some light checking which has come with age as well as some minor playwear. The instrument is hand signed by Paul McCartney both in the soundhole label and on the included Certificate of Authenticity.
With current ‘Custom Shop’ Gibson & Epiphone pricing often pushing into 5 figures, this instrument makes for a strong value proposition as both an investment and a lovely musical instrument.