The Gibson Barney Kessel (1961–1974) is a signature model guitar manufactured by the Gibson Guitar Company. The guitar was a signature model for the popular Jazz musician Barney Kessel. The guitar was not popular and in 1974 Gibson discontinued production.

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Beautiful 1967 Gibson Barney Kessel Custom hollow body guitar in sunburst with a particularly superb and desirable vibrant red/orange/yellow flaming, in period hard case. This belonged to a member of the Grampian Television orchestra before I …

2023年5月18日 · While the Gibson Barney Kessel Regular was seen in the hands of guitar greats T-Bone Walker and Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the signature artist himself tended to play other instruments, notably his Gibson ES-350 modified with a Charlie Christian pickup.

This 1968 Gibson Barney Kessel Custom is a top-of-the-line example. It’s the higher-end counterpart to the Barney Kessel Regular, both built from 1961 until 1974. They followed a trio of Barney Kessel signatures that Kay sold between 1957 and 1960.

Images, description and specifications for the 1960s Gibson Barney Kessel Custom and Barney Kessel Regular jazz guitars

This large hollowbody electric with twin "florentine" cutaways has a commanding stage presence and unique aesthetic that made the Gibson Barney Kessel an instant standout.

2011年11月15日 · The Barney Kessel model came in two versions: the Regular (pictured) and the fancier Custom. TOP: Other than its distinctive double-cutaway, this Barney Kessel shares many attributes with earlier Gibson archtops, including a carved solid rosewood bridge and traditional f …

2007年7月11日 · Gibson – not then seen as a trendsetter – introduced the Barney Kessel model as the tide was beginning to turn toward solidbody electric guitars and rock music, with these changes helping to push jazz to the rear of the pop music bus.

With its 1950’s style cartoon-modern design and warm timbre, the Barney Kessel archtop electric guitar is the perfect player for performers interested in vintage style and tone. The model was introduced in 1961.