Gibson Certified Vintage 1985 Gibson Spirit II XPL Prototype, Candy Apple Red

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Gibson Certified Vintage 1985 Gibson Spirit II XPL Prototype, Candy Apple Red1985 Gibson Spirit II XPL Prototype, Serial Number 80085510 This rare 1985 Gibson Spirit II XPL Prototype comes directly from the Gibson Vault, offering a glimpse into Gibsons design experimentation during the 1980s. As the era demanded faster playability, sleeker designs, and high performance electronics, instrument makers adapted their models to reflect these changes. The Spirit II XPL was part of this shift, featuring a mahogany body, glued in

15 5/8” lower bout width

The California Tweed series is what we like to call “Vintage Expanded

each with its own volume control and coil-splitting push / pull switch for broad tonal flexibility

and the mother of pearl and abalone truss rod cover and Monarch Crown inlay on the headstock

with a heavy treatment and notable touches like custom-aged plated and plastic parts

A New SG for Modern Times

The thermally aged Adirondack red spruce top and rosewood back and sides have outstanding tonal response and superior playability

have created a beautiful vintage-inspired instrument sure to be coveted by the most discerning of flat-top players

The guitar was stamped as a second at the factory due to an oversized output jack plate

The gain structure is classic MESA

Internal dimensions: 45" length

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