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1986 Gibson US-1 Prototype, Serial Number 80986900
As the 1980s saw an evolution in guitar design toward sleeker aesthetics, faster playability, and versatile electronics, Gibson introduced the US-1 to appeal to modern rock and fusion players. This rare 1986 US-1 Prototype represents Gibson’s effort to combine high-performance features with the brand’s renowned craftsmanship. The poplar body with Chromyte (balsa) added, the maple top and back, the 25.5” scale length, and split-diamond inlays make it a unique entry in Gibson’s lineup, with a lightweight design that plays and sounds incredible.
The back of the headstock bears a “Gibson Original Prototype” decal, confirming its pre-production status. The instrument has almost no checking, with light nicks and dings throughout. The middle pickup was weak and has been expertly rewound by Gibson’s Pickups Product Manager, Jared Brandon. It retains its original Grover® Mini Rotomatics® tuners, Tune-O-Matic™ bridge, and push-button coil tap for versatile tonal options. It ships in its original black Gibson Rectangle case.
Availability Date: The purchased instrument will be available for pickup at the Gibson Garage in Nashville or shipment to an address in the US starting February 19, 2025.
Profile
Medium D
Scale Length
647.7 mm / 25.5 in
Fingerboard Material
Ebony
Fingerboard Radius
304.8 mm / 12 in
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fret Count
22
Frets
Medium Jumbo (Original Frets)
Nut Material
Nylon
Nut Width
43.6118 mm / 1.717 in
Inlays
Mother of Pearl Split Diamond
Joint
Glued In, Set Neck
Body Style
Double Cut
Body Shape
US-1
Body Material
Poplar Core with Chromyte (Balsa) Added
Top
Maple
Back
Maple
Body Finish
Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Weight Relief
Balsa Core
Finish
Gold
Bridge
Nashville Tune-O-Matic
Saddle Material
Brass
Tailpiece
Stop Bar
Tuning Machines
Grover Mini Rotomatic, Six In-Line
Pickguard
None
Truss Rod
Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover
2-ply Bell
Control Knobs
Black Speed
Plastic Parts
Black
Strap Buttons
2 - Gold
Mounting Rings
Black
Pickup Covers
None
Neck Pickup
Single Coil (5.24k DC Resistance)
Middle Pickup
Single Coil (4.20k DC Resistance)
Bridge Pickup
Humbucker (8.84k DC Resistance)
Controls
Master Volume with Push Button Coil Tap (Not Push/Pull, Push Only), Master Tone
Pickup Selector
Three Mini Toggle On/Off (One Per Pickup)
Output Jack
1/4"
Strings Gauge
.010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case
Original Gibson Black Rectangle Hardshell
Accessories
Certificate of Authenticity, Limited Lifetime Warranty, Signed Letter of Appraisal