1966 Gibson J50 Acoustic

This 1966 Gibson J50 acoustic guitar has just arrived at our shop. It's a particularly nice sounding later 60's J50, with lots of woody thump and the compressed articulation that keeps players coming back to old Gibson's. This guitar works very well as a single note flat-picker, producing an enviable, warm-note edge alongside the coveted low-end thump one would expect from such a guitar. Players interested in a standout slope dreadnaught that won't command the price of a 50's guitar should give this one serious consideration.

Body: Mahogany back and sides with a spruce top

Neck: 20 fret Mahogany neck with a 24.75 scale and a Brazilian rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays. 1 9/16 nut width

Hardware: Guitar has had the original adjustable bridge replaced with a solid bone one (the original saddle slot has been re-cut and filled) Guitar also has an added Fishman Matrix pickup system.

Cosmetics: This guitar is in great shape. It has light surface scratches on the body. The finish is original and has checking consistent with age. The back of the neck is clean, and the frets show minimal wear. The back has light buckle rash. Overall, this guitar plays very well and sounds fantastic.

Playability: Our in-house guitar tech has inspected, setup, and restrung this instrument with a new set of strings. The neck is straight, the truss rod is fully functional, and the action has been setup low and comfortable.

Weight: 4 lbs. 7 oz.

Case: This guitar ships with a non original hard case, professionally packaged, and fully insured.