Vintage 1974 Gibson Electric Guitars

 In 1974 Gibson was beginning to feel the pain of bad ownership. It was during this time and for years to come that Gibson relied on its stellar reputation. It seems the new design that came about in the late 1960’s and early 1970’s helped boost what was to soon be a dying company. 1974 brought no new guitar models into the picture, but still had a positive impact on the company. The mid and late 1970’s proved to be a dark time for the Gibson Guitar Company. Sales dropped as the quality in Gibson’s guitars did. It seemed the only shining light for the company was the popularity of the Les Paul and SG guitar models, among famous guitar players. The quality of the early Gibson guitar is what kept this company going through some very dark times.

 One of the benefits of Gibson producing so few notable guitars in 1974 is that it makes it less confusing for collectors to separate the investment pieces from the novelty pieces people buy more for fun than anything else. You don’t have to be a vintage guitar expert to know that a 1974 Les Paul is a worthy investment. For not so serious collectors lesser Gibson models can easily serve as decorative items that lend a rock and roll vibe to any room without the high cost of a superior model. Because Gibson guitars are played on stage in front of live audiences, how they look is just as important as how they sound. The Les Paul versions for example were produced in such attractive finishes as rich red, warm sunburst and natural finishes that showcased the beauty of the wood to name a few. Modern day players and collectors are taking a closer look at these and other 1974 Gibson guitars hoping to find great condition models that sound as great as they look.