Gibson SG

A lightweight, double-horned screamer born from Gibson’s early-’60s reinvention.

Introduced in 1961 as the redesigned Les Paul, the SG (for Solid Guitar) shed weight with a thin mahogany body, deep double cutaways, and faster neck joint. Its snarling humbuckers and effortless upper-fret access made it a favorite for riff lords from Angus Young to Tony Iommi, while remaining one of Gibson’s best-selling models thanks to its aggressive look and approachable ergonomics.

Introduced: 1961 (originally branded as the new Les Paul)
Signature traits: Ultra-thin body, twin pointed horns, roaring humbuckers
Notable players: Angus Young, Tony Iommi, Sister Rosetta Tharpe