Used Gibson 2011 Moderne Electric Guitar

Description

The 2011 Gibson Moderne is a striking recreation of one of the most mysterious and unconventional designs associated with Gibson's late-1950s modernist era. Created alongside the radical concepts that produced the Flying V and Explorer, the Moderne has long held a special place in guitar history thanks to its futuristic body shape, unusual headstock design, and relative rarity compared with Gibson's more familiar models.

This 2011 example captures that unmistakable Moderne aesthetic in a genuine Gibson instrument. Its angular body immediately stands apart from conventional solidbody guitars, while the dual-humbucker configuration gives it the powerful, full-bodied electric tone expected from a Gibson. It can deliver warm clean sounds, thick rhythm tones, singing leads, and aggressive high-gain textures, making the Moderne far more than a visual conversation piece.

The Moderne is particularly well suited to classic rock, hard rock, blues, alternative, doom, stoner rock, and heavier styles, but its humbucker platform also responds beautifully to cleaner amplifiers and effects. In the studio, its combination of Gibson-style sustain and strong midrange makes it useful for layered rhythm tracks and lead parts that need to occupy a prominent place in the mix.

For collectors and players, much of the appeal is simply that the Moderne is encountered far less frequently than a Les Paul, SG, Flying V, or Explorer. Its connection to Gibson's famous futuristic designs gives it an instantly recognizable identity while still offering the practical benefits of a traditional dual-humbucker electric guitar.

Because Moderne specifications and individual production runs can vary, please refer carefully to the photos for the exact finish, woods, pickups, electronics, tuners, bridge and tailpiece, factory markings, serial number details, originality, and included case or accessories on this particular 2011 example.

Condition

This guitar is used, tested, and fully functional. It shows normal signs of wear consistent with its age and previous use. For the exact cosmetic condition, body, finish, neck, fingerboard, frets, headstock, pickups, electronics, bridge, tailpiece, tuners, hardware, modifications or replaced components if present, and any included case, paperwork, tools, or accessories, please refer carefully to the photos provided.

Given the collectible nature of unusual Gibson models such as the Moderne, buyers should use the provided photos to evaluate the exact originality and configuration of this specific instrument.

Key Features

• 2011 Gibson Moderne
• Distinctive Gibson futuristic body design
• Design lineage associated with Gibson's late-1950s modernist concepts
• One of Gibson's most unconventional guitar shapes
• Solidbody electric guitar
• Dual-humbucker configuration
• Powerful Gibson-style electric tones
• Strong midrange presence
• Excellent sustain
• Warm and full clean sounds
• Thick overdriven rhythm tones
• Great for expressive lead playing
• Excellent for classic and hard rock
• Great for blues
• Well suited for doom and stoner rock
• Excellent platform for high-gain amplification
• Far less commonly encountered than many traditional Gibson models
• Eye-catching stage instrument
• Appealing choice for Gibson enthusiasts and collectors
• 2011 production
• Exact factory specifications and originality should be verified from the photos

This product has been tested, is fully functional, and includes a 30-day warranty for in store purchases. For the exact condition, please refer to the photos provided. If you have any questions, call or text 770-931-9190. We are happy to assist you! If you're in the Atlanta area, stop by and bring your trades. Connect with a buyer here

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• All returns must be sent to the store where the item was originally purchased.
• Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the item arrived damaged or has an undisclosed defect.
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• Returned items must include all original packaging, accessories, manuals, and any other contents included with the shipment.

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