Gibson B.B. King Lucille Legacy (Transparent Ebony) inc Hardshell Case

Blues royalty deserves nothing less than perfection, and the Gibson B.B. King Lucille Legacy embodies this philosophy as it returns to the Custom Shop ES™ lineup as a core Artist model. This exceptional instrument showcases the meticulous craftsmanship and premium appointments that made B.B. King's signature guitar legendary amongst musicians worldwide.

Lucille's distinctive features include luxurious gold hardware throughout, highlighted by a gold “B.B. King” engraved truss rod cover and TP-6 tailpiece equipped with fine tuners for precise intonation. The ebony fretboard displays elegant split block mother of pearl inlays, whilst the headstock proudly bears a “Lucille” mother of pearl inlay as a tribute to the King of Blues himself.

The electronics package reflects serious attention to tonal quality, featuring a mono Varitone switch paired with four audio taper CTS® potentiometers and paper-in-oil Bumblebee capacitors. These premium components work in harmony with Gibson Custombucker humbucking pickups to create the rich, singing sustain that made B.B. King's sound so recognisable.

True to B.B. King's personal specifications, this semi-hollowbody design omits traditional f-holes, maintaining the legendary sustain characteristics he preferred. The stunning figured maple veneer adorns the top, back, and sides, beautifully showcased through the Transparent Ebony nitrocellulose lacquer finish that makes each Lucille a unique masterpiece worthy of blues heritage.