Gibson Electric SG Modern Trans Black Fade
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An SG Designed for Today's Guitarists
The SG Modern incorporates the hallmarks that made the SG famous (silhouette, access to the highest frets, lightweight feel), adding modern features borrowed from Gibson's more contemporary lineup. The mahogany + maple combination evokes Les Paul DNA, while the construction and ergonomics remain SG-oriented. The result: an electric guitar built for stage and studio, with a distinct Gibson personality and a broader palette than a traditional SG.
Who Is It For, and Which Styles?
The Gibson SG Modern is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a fast, precise instrument capable of covering multiple genres without switching guitars. It excels in rock, hard rock, blues, and pop, while remaining comfortable with sharper, more articulated tones thanks to the coil-tap. Its typically Gibson short scale favors a smooth feel and comfortable bends.
The Sound
The combination of a mahogany body and a AA figured maple top delivers a highly effective balance: rich mids, a crisper attack, and better clarity when pushing gain. The BurstBucker Pro humbuckers provide a powerful, dynamic tone with a clear response for riffs and generous sustain for leads. The push/pull controls expand the tonal range: in coil-tap mode, the guitar gains clarity and bite, ideal for airier rhythms and "single coil" style attack.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To get the most out of this SG, you can choose a 10-46 gauge string set (original gauge), a good quality 6.35 mm jack cable to preserve highs, and a standard strap (practical for rehearsals and stage). The included hard case already ensures perfect protection during transport.
Technical specifications
| Body shape | SG Modern | Fingerboard end width | 2.26" / 57.4 mm |
| Body material | mahogany | Inlays | mother-of-pearl trapezoids |
| Top | AA figured maple | Plating | chrome |
| Finish | glossy nitrocellulose lacquer | Bridge | Nashville Tune-O-Matic |
| Material | mahogany | Tailpiece | stopbar |
| Profile | Asymmetrical Slim Taper | Tuners | Grover Mini Rotomatics |
| Scale length | 24.75" / 629 mm | Control knobs | transparent top hats |
| Fingerboard material | ebony | Neck pickup | Burstbucker Pro Rhythm |
| Fingerboard radius | compound | Bridge pickup | Burstbucker Pro Lead + |
| Number of frets | 24 | Controls | 2 push/pull volume (coil-tap), 2 tone controls, Toggle Switch selector |
| Frets | Medium Jumbo | Strings | .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046 |
| Nut material | Graph Tech | Case | hard case |
| Nut width | 1.695" / 43.1 mm | Accessories | includes Gibson accessory kit |
Questions frequently asked
Does the Gibson SG Modern Trans Black Fade have coil-tap?
Both push/pull volume controls activate the coil-tap on the BurstBucker Pro pickups. This setup provides greater clarity and bite for rhythm playing with single-coil style attack.
Which pickups equip this SG Modern?
The neck pickup is a BurstBucker Pro Rhythm, while the bridge pickup is a BurstBucker Pro Lead +. The set is paired with two tone controls and a toggle switch selector.
What is the scale length and number of frets?
The scale length is 24.75 inches (629 mm), and the fingerboard has 24 Medium Jumbo frets. Its Asymmetrical Slim Taper profile and compound radius contribute to a fast-playing feel.
Is this SG suitable for rock and hard rock?
The mahogany body with AA figured maple top delivers rich mids and a clear attack. The BurstBucker Pro pickups are designed to provide a powerful tone, ideal for gain-heavy riffs and leads.
Is a case included with the guitar?
A hard case is included, along with a Gibson accessory kit. The factory setup uses .010 to .046 strings and a Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge.
