Vintage 1975 Gibson Marauder – Early Nashville Production

This is a rare, investment-grade example of the 1975 Gibson Marauder. Unlike the majority of Marauders found today, this instrument is in 100% original, un-modified condition. It still retains the unique Bill Lawrence-designed "clear tone" pickups and the factory-original pickguard, making it a true time capsule from Gibson’s Nashville plant.

The Bill Lawrence Innovation

The heart of this guitar is the original electronics. Bill Lawrence designed these sealed-in-epoxy pickups specifically to give Gibson a voice that could compete with Fender’s clarity and snap.

• Neck Pickup: A full-size humbucker with a smooth, woodsy character.

• Bridge Pickup: The rare, small-footprint "blade" humbucker with rounded ends, designed for high-end bite and articulation.

• Original Wiring: Features the early-style 3-way toggle switch (before the later, less-popular blend pots were introduced).

Historical Spec & Construction

• Flying V Headstock: The iconic pointed headstock with the reinforced volute and scarf-joint—designed for maximum strength.

• Hardware: 100% factory-correct, including the brass nut for added ring and the high-mass Schaller "Harmonica" bridge for precision intonation.

• Original Case: Includes the highly sought-after original Gibson form-fit hardshell case in excellent condition.

Condition Report

• Purity: No routes, no extra holes, and no replaced electronics. The pickguard is original and uncut.

• Finish: The Tobacco Sunburst finish shows honest vintage character with small dings and "case bites" that tell its 50-year story.

• Neck: The finish on the back of the maple neck shows beautiful natural play-wear from frets 2 to 7, giving it a smooth, fast feel.

• Frets: Original frets with moderate wear, still playing clean across the board.