Die Entschlüsselung von ist für Sammler und Musiker unerlässlich, um das exakte Baujahr, den Herstellungsort und die Authentizität einer Gitarre zu bestimmen. Während moderne Instrumente einem logischen System folgen, erfordern Vintage-Modelle oft einen tieferen Blick in die wechselvolle Geschichte der Gibson-Nummerierung. Das moderne System (1977 bis heute)
Before 1952, Gibson did not strictly serialize electric guitars because they mostly built acoustics and archtops. You will often find a inside the body, visible through the f-hole.
Whether you are trying to authenticate a vintage Les Paul or simply want to know the age of your SG, here is your guide to deciphering Gibson serial numbers.
If you own a Gibson guitar—or you’re looking to buy one—there is one small detail that holds the key to its history: the serial number.
In the late 60s, Gibson started recycling numbers. Serial numbers starting with "0" were often used in 1970. Serial numbers starting with "00" were often used in 1971 and 1972. This is the most confusing time for collectors; dating these guitars accurately often requires looking at potentiometer codes (the "pots") inside the control cavity.