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1949 Gibson L-5 Birdseye Maple/Spruce
The Gibson L-5 is the genisis of great archtop guitars, it was the forerunner to the extremely popular Super-400, and inspired many changes in the way archtops were built. The L-5 was one of the first archtops to have a fully carved top and back, producing great tone and clarity. With its slightly smaller body, this L-5 has a bit more brighter tone and is easier to hold than its sibling the Super-400. This 1949 L-5 in Birdseye Maple and Spruce is in great shape with only slight wear on the top and back, incredibly impressive shape for its age. Tonally this guitar is smooth and buttery in the midrange with a bright and bell like treble section, all reined in with a tight and controlled bass strings.
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.68 in String Spacing 2.06 in Woods Spruce, Maple Add to Compare1950 Gibson Super 400 Birdseye Maple/Spruce
Here we have a true legend in the archtop guitar world, a 1950 Gibson Super-400. In 1950 the Super-400 was the high end of the Gibson archtop line, it had the largest body and boasted that beautiful full body sunburst. This is a model that went on to inspire many guitar builders past and present, the look and sound of the archtop would not be where it is today without the Super-400. This particular Super-400 is in incredible shape for its age, with only some minor dinging on the top and back, the action is butter smooth and fast, just like it would have been in 1950. Tonally this guitar is as good as it gets, the large body gives this archtop volume, power and richness where other archtops can tend to fall weak and flat. if you are playing some fast licks or some smooth jazz, this guitar will get you the sound you are looking for with beauty and tone.
Add to Compare1918 Gibson L-3 Maple/Cedar
Here we have a 1918 Gibson L-3 with a Spruce top and Birch back and sides. This little prewar beauty has been incredibly well preserved with very little damage and just that great vintage charm. We think this L-3 is perfectly suited for blues and ragtime, it has that throaty growl that really lends something special to those styles of music. playability is as good as it would have been all the way back in 1918, smooth and fast. The big neck really sits in the hand nicely. This is a treasure of a guitar that has had no telling how much great music played into it, pick this one up and add a little of your own voice and history to it.
Add to Compare1968 Gibson Hummingbird Mahogany/Sitka
There are few guitars more suited to song writing than the Gibson Hummingbird. The Hummingbird has been used on countless songs over the years, in part because they record exceptionally well and because they play as smooth as silk. This is a 1968 Hummingbird made from Mahogany and Sitka Spruce with a well matured voice that is sweet and charming. From the bass to the trebles you will find that this guitar has an even tone perfectly matched for strumming and light fingerpicking. If you are looking for a mature guitar to inspire the songwriter in you, try giving this one a try, it won’t disappoint.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.44 in Nut Width 1.56 in String Spacing 2 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Mahogany Add to Compare1932 Gibson L Century Maple/Adirondack (Red)
Here we have what may be on of the most recognizable guitars ever built, the Gibson L-Century. Sporting a MOTS fingerboard and headstock, with full body sunburst, this little guitar is a stunner that stands out in a crowd. Built from Maple and Adirondack Spruce, there is tone here that belies it’s small size, you can play through an old blues song and the folks in back will hear you just fine. We think this is a perfect blues box with its woody growl and crisp tonal quality.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.16 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Maple Add to Compare1957 Gibson J-200 Maple/Spruce
The Gibson J-200 is a legend in the American music scene, valued for its big, open sound and it’s ability to cut through the fray of a noisy setting. Picking up and playing this guitar, it’s easy to understand why this instrument is so sought after. This is a 1957 J-200, right from the heyday of this design. Built from lightly figured Maple and Sitka Spruce this time tested beauty has a crisp, clean tone that singer songwriters will fall over for. Strumming sounds out clear with a distinct presence from every string. This is a guitar sure to inspire the new generation with its old soul.
Add to Compare1952 Gibson J-45 Mahogany/Adirondack (Red)
The Gibson J-45 is one of the all time greats in the guitar world, it has the grand and open voice of a dreadnought without the muddiness that can happen with a large bodied guitar. Many players over the years have found the J-45 to be a perfect all around guitar, whether you are strumming, flatpicking, or fingerpicking, the J-45 can handle it all with gusto and grace. This J-45 has had some love put through it, it is apparent in the voice that this is a mature guitar just raring to produce sound with even the lightest touch. Just 2 owners in over 80 years!
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.81 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.16 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Mahogany Add to Compare1965 Gibson J-45 Mahogany/Sitka
This Beautiful Gibson Amber burst J-45 hits all of our vintage buttons. The time honored combination of mahogany and spruce gives this little sweetheart a great growl perfect for flatpicking. The finish has aged and crackled to a wonderful effect all over the body; The color of the amber burst is sweet and mellow. If you are looking for a great vintage Gibson, this is it!
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 24.6 in Nut Width 1.56 in String Spacing 2.09 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Mahogany Add to Compare1960s Gibson Heritage Brazilian/Sitka
The kind of voice you get from a guitar like this Gibson? It’s what baby Dreadnoughts all want to grow up to sound like one day. Folks, this Heritage Dreadnought from 1967 has certainly grown up and matured into a fearsome cannon. Built like a tank with projection to match, this Heritage has Brazilian Rosewood back and sides and a Sitka Spruce top to fire out chords and single notes with ferocity. One strum, and you’re knocked off your feet–the sheer size of the voice! The Heritage Dreadnought has enormous scope, sustain for days, and an enveloping tone as dark and seductive as a moonless night. Played in for almost 50 years, she’s perfectly opened up; this one’s a real gem of a vintage Gibson. Solo arrangements are lush on this guitar, and when played in a group there’s no need to worry about not being heard. We know of some amplifiers that don’t have the air-pushing capabilities of this Heritage Dreadnought. If you’re looking for an enormous voice with rich, sumptuous sustain, look no further: the eagle has landed.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.31 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian Add to Compare1978 Gibson Johnny Smith Maple/Spruce
Here we have a remarkably pristine 1978 Gibson Johnny Smith archtop that looks as though it never left the case. It was hardly ever played and looks one year old, not decades old. It’s wide body is beloved by jazz players for it’s full, rounded tone, and the playability of the neck is exceptional. Add to that the single cutaway, incredible sunburst, and art deco styling, and you’ve got the flagship of the vintage Gibson archtop line.
Add to Compare1964 Gibson J-200 Maple/Spruce Amazing Condition!
If you’ve ever dreamt of a vintage Gibson J-200 this 1964 in rare condition is your dream-come-true! Bought new buy a player in New York City who studied with Rev. Gary Davis, this is a single-owner gem. He left this one home when he’d go take lessons from the Reverend, so it’s well cared for indeed. Figured Maple and Spruce, stunning sunburst, crown fret markers, the fancy pickguard and original case. It’s all there! This is premium vintage, no issues at all, just get it home and play, play, play!
Add to Compare1946 Gibson ES-150 Maple/Spruce
Here’s another guitar that is nearly impossible to stop playing! Talk about fun! The Gibson ES-150 is a great vintage instrument, and a wonderful value too. This fine guitar plays great and was maintained by a professional luthier for many years. The superb P-90 neck pickup sounds great when banging out chunky jazz chords, and has excellent mid-range qualities to make single line playing leap out from the bandstand. For years ES-150 (Electric Spanish) was Charlie Christians guitar of choice.
Add to Compare1956 Gibson J-50 Mahogany/Spruce
This 1956 Gibson J-50 would be a good strummer or folk guitar, just like it was when it was new. The neck is streamlined and comfortable for someone who has relatively small hands. The Mahogany/Spruce body puts forth that classic Gibson tone that we all know and love from so many great recordings. This one is very original and setup great.
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 24.5 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.13 in Woods Spruce, Mahogany Add to Compare1954 Gibson J-50 Mahogany/Spruce
This is an all original 1954 Gibson J-50 with awesome tone. We had master luthier Bill Tippin do a complete setup and it plays perfectly. This is a powerful Mahogany/Spruce Gibson Jumbo that really has some great mojo. Like all the vintage guitars we offer, we made sure it will be hassle free and play like a new guitar, like a Dream Guitar.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.625 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.13 in Woods Spruce, Mahogany Add to Compare1969 Gibson J-50 Diamond Jubilee Mahogany/Spruce
Here’s a wonderful 1969 Gibson J-50 Diamond Jubilee brought to us by a local gent who played it for years. It has that dry, throaty Mahogany Dread sound that is so engrained in our music. Strum a G chord and it fills the room with that great J-50 chime. We had Master Luthier Bill Tippin go over it and it now plays like a new guitar and will need nothing for years. (See the condition statement for details). Here’s your chance at a hassle free vintage Gibson with superb tone.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.34 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.13 in Woods Spruce, Mahogany