Gibson ES-150 DC, Walnut (1969)

Gibson ES-150 DC, Walnut (1969), with Hard Case Included.

A rare semi-hollow electric guitar from Gibson's storied ES line. The ES-150 DC combines warmth and clarity with its dual-cutaway design and walnut finish, delivering the vintage character that defined 1969 jazz and blues. Original hardware and construction reflect Gibson's golden era craftsmanship. For collectors and players seeking authentic tone with historical significance and immediate playability.

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The Gibson ES-150 DC (Double Cutaway) was introduced in 1969 as a fully hollowbody archtop electric guitar with dimensions and styling similar to the semi-hollow ES-335, but with a thicker body. 

Body & Construction

• Body Type: Full-hollow archtop with double Venetian cutaways 
• Body Depth: Approximately 3 inches deep (some early 1969 specs noted around 2-11/16 inches) 
• Top, Back & Sides: Laminated maple body construction (arched maple top with f-holes, maple back and sides)
  
• Finishes: Walnut, Natural, and Cherry (Cherry was produced mostly in 1969) 
  

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: 3-piece mahogany set neck
• Scale Length: 24.75 inches
• Fingerboard: Rosewood with 22 frets and pearl block inlays
• Radius: 12 inches 
  

Electronics & Hardware

• Pickups: Twin Gibson patent-sticker humbuckers (bridge and neck) 
• Controls: Two volume controls, two tone controls, a 3-way pickup selector toggle, and a master volume control located on the upper treble bout 
  
• Bridge / Tailpiece: Tune-O-Matic bridge with trapeze or stop-bar tailpiece configuration
  
• Tuners: Kluson tuners (3-per-side with chrome hardware)
• Weight: 2.98kg