Specifications:
Model: B.B. King Lucille
Year: 2011
Finish: Ebony, Gloss Nitrocellulose
Body: Laminated Maple (Semi-Hollow, no F-holes)
Neck: 3-Piece Maple
Neck Profile: Rounded C
Fingerboard: Ebony
Scale Length: 24.75"
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
Nut Width: 1.687"
Nut Material: Corian
Bridge: TP-6 Fine Tuning Tailpiece
Tuners: Grover Rotomatics
Hardware: Gold (light patina from age)
Pickups: Gibson 490R (Neck), 490T (Bridge)
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, Varitone Switch, Stereo/Mono Output
Inlays: Mother of Pearl Block
Headstock: Split Diamond + Crown Inlay
Binding: Multi-ply Top/Back/Neck/Headstock
Pickguard: Bound Black
Case: Original Gibson Custom Shop Hardcase
Personal Thoughts:
Lucille isn’t just a guitar—it’s a legacy. This Custom Shop example from 2012 represents the pinnacle of what a semi-hollow can be: warm, articulate, and absolutely dripping in soul. The absence of F-holes helps reduce feedback while preserving the airy resonance, and the TP-6 tailpiece lets you dial in your tuning with surgical precision.
Of particular note is the elegant crown inlay on the headstock—a subtle nod to B.B.'s "King of the Blues" moniker. It pairs beautifully with the split diamond and block inlays for a regal aesthetic that matches the guitar’s tone and history.
Condition Report:
Excellent condition overall. There’s some minor hardware fading on the gold parts, as expected for the year, but no dings or dents of note. Frets are in great shape, electronics are fully functional, and the guitar has clearly been well cared for.
Part exchange welcome, video demos are available via our YouTube channel at Squealing Pig Guitars, personal consignment service available via our site at 10% rate.