Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1964 SG Standard, Gold Hardware - Watermelon King/Ultra Light Aged - CHUCKSCLUSIVE - #403894

Inspired, Exciting, Coveted - The Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1964 SG Standard with Gold Hardware in Watermelon King/Ultra Light Aged Finish - CHUCKSCLUSIVE

Chuck Levin’s has brought everyone to the table with the Watermelon King Series to share the sweetest collection of acoustic and electric guitars you’ve ever tasted!

We’ve always loved the delicious watermelon red finish available on Gibson’s ES-335, and if it was up to us we’d put that color on every guitar. So we did! Chuck Levin’s has brought everyone to the table with the Watermelon King Series, sharing the sweetest collection of acoustic and electric guitars you’ve ever seen, or tasted!

Not wanting to leave anybody out, we invited Gibson’s Murphy Lab, Fender’s Custom Shop, and Taylor Guitars to the table, challenging each of them to dream up their own flavor of watermelon red. The end result is a mouth-watering array of 18 different guitars and basses - everything from Les Paul to Trini Lopez and Stratocasters to Jazzmasters! Our guitar shop also added custom color-coordinated bridge pins to the Taylor 414ce as a fun little flourish!

The name for this exciting collection came from a newspaper clipping featuring a photo of Marge Levin and her father, Al Lipshultz. Al had presented a mammoth watermelon to his local farmer’s market, earning him the title of “Watermelon King.” The color, Al’s fun title, and the idea of bringing our friends to the table to share something sweet was the inspiration we needed!

We love that every instrument in this collection is a bit different - the color being uniquely interpreted by the craftspeople involved. Each instrument will include a unique Watermelon King Series COA, some fun swag, and of course the warm vibes that come with sharing all the good things with friends and family.

The Watermelon King Series is available exclusively at Chuck Levin’s.

SPECIFICATIONS

Body

• Body Material: Mahogany

Neck

• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Peghead: SG STD
• Head Veneer: 2019 Head VNR
• Dimensions: New 1964 SG Profile (Larger)
• Other: Short Tab SG Neck
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood (1 Piece)
• Scale: 24 3/4"
• Dimension: Standard
• Nut: Nylon
• Inlays: 2019 Reissue with New Material
• Fretwire: Reissue

Hardware

• Hardware Material: Gold Aged
• Machine Head: Kluson Reissue Double Band
• Bridge: ABR-1 Non-Wire with Nylon Saddles
• Tailpiece: Vibrola Maestro
• Jackplate: None
• End Pin: Gold Aged
• Truss Cover: Plain TH from Advanced
• Pickguard: + 1964 SG STD (Extra Hole)
• Knobs: Gold Top Hat with Gold Inserts
• Mounting Rings: True Historic Cream
• Switch Tip: Cream
• Backplates: SG STD

Electronics

• Pickups: Custombucker Unpotted
• Circuitry: TH Covers and Rings
• Control: Black Beauty Caps
• Other: 2019 Vintage Taper Pots

Miscellaneous

• Case: Hardshell Case
• Other: COA

We are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center

Since 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.

Our team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.

Chuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.