(SOLD) Burny Swanky Spider PSG-55 Pale Pink 2008
Burny Swanker Spider PSG-55, pale pink, made in China 2008. These Swanky Spider models are rad, my understanding is that they popped up briefly in the late 00s as a signature series for an all girl Japanese supergroup that never quite eventuated... details are a little foggy, so forgive me if I'm wrong. This is a take on the classic '61 style Gibson SG. The finish is awesome: it's a sweet gloss shell pink style hue, which is sure to look supremely dope on stage. The 12th fret star inlays and skull on the headstock add a bit of kitsch-goth charm into the mix for good measure. The neck is a moderate profile: not skinny, but not a tree-trunk; it's easy to get along with and well balanced against the body so as not to 'dive' when strapped up. The tone is a growly, dark and immediate take on the classic SG bark: beefy mids and a fat, juicy low end with a tasty subtle treble. It's easy to fall in love with this one, it has so much attitude. Black Sabbath meets Barbie Dreamhouse.
Model: Burny Swanky Spider PSG-55
Made: China, 2008 (serial FG08011281)
Finish: pale pink, 3-ply white guard
Body: mahogany
Neck: mahogany with rosewood board, 24.75" scale, 15.75" radius
Weight: 3.555kg
Mods: tuners replaced
Pickups: Fernandes FVH-2002 passive humbucker x2
Case: none
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has a minor chip on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples and some minor rub wear only. The back has minor scuffs and surface scratches around the whole body, no major marks. The sides have minor scuffs on the horns and small chip and some dimples near the jack. The front has minor dimples around the knobs, in the elbow area and around the tailpiece, as well as some standard play wear on the horns and guard. Overall: very good condition (8/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. The frets have minor wear only, 9/10 for fret life left. Electronics all tested and working properly. No headstock breaks. Wearing fresh 45/105 Moonshiners strings.