Frequently Asked General Question

For information on dating a serial number, please see our Serial Number Guide.

Identifying a particular model/variation can be difficult; please send the following information to service@gibson.com to assist us in identifying and/or dating your instrument quickly and accurately.

• A complete description including the serial number and any other information written on or inside of the instrument.

  
  



• Any information relating to the known history of the instrument (such as when and where purchased, any known repairs or modifications made, etc.).

  
  



• Photos of the instrument - full front, full back, as well as close-ups of the front and back of the headstock, also of any inside labels that the instrument may have.