{"product_id":"vintage-1975-gibson-marauder-early-nashville-production","title":"Vintage 1975 Gibson Marauder – Early Nashville Production","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis is a rare, investment-grade example of the 1975 Gibson Marauder. Unlike the majority of Marauders found today, this instrument is in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"138\"\u003e100% original, un-modified condition\u003c\/b\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Bill Lawrence Innovation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNeck Pickup:\u003c\/b\u003e A full-size humbucker with a smooth, woodsy character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBridge Pickup:\u003c\/b\u003e The rare, small-footprint \"blade\" humbucker with rounded ends, designed for high-end bite and articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Wiring:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the early-style \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003e3-way toggle switch\u003c\/b\u003e (before the later, less-popular blend pots were introduced).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHistorical Spec \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlying V Headstock:\u003c\/b\u003e The iconic pointed headstock with the reinforced volute and scarf-joint—designed for maximum strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardware:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% factory-correct, including the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003ebrass nut\u003c\/b\u003e for added ring and the high-mass \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003eSchaller \"Harmonica\" bridge\u003c\/b\u003e for precision intonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Case:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes the highly sought-after \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eoriginal Gibson form-fit hardshell case\u003c\/b\u003e in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePurity:\u003c\/b\u003e No routes, no extra holes, and no replaced electronics. The pickguard is original and uncut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e The Tobacco Sunburst finish shows honest vintage character with small dings and \"case bites\" that tell its 50-year story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNeck:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrets:\u003c\/b\u003e Original frets with moderate wear, still playing clean across the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45512523350195,"sku":null,"price":4200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/5798\/1107\/files\/1.png?v=1778978832","url":"https:\/\/gokulamusic.co.nz\/products\/vintage-1975-gibson-marauder-early-nashville-production","provider":"Gokula Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}