Gibson 50's LG-2, Vintage Sunburst, Left-Handed Overview
Gibson '50s LG-2 Ledt-HandedOverview by GAK.
A new year, a new decade and a fantastic new Gibson Guitars product lineup that is sure to have something for everyone. After a very successful relaunch in 2019, the Gibson Montana range has drawn inspiration from it's roots while offering the very best in modern luthiery technques to deliver a true modern classic. Adding to the infamous Gibson Acoustic J-45 series you now have the Gibson '50s J-45 Original in Vintage Sunburst and Ebony, The Gibson '60s J-45 Original in Ebony and Wine Red plus the highly anticipated Gibson Slash J-45 in Vermillion Burst and November Burst. A few additions to the Jumbo lineup such as the Gibson J-185 Original, the Gibson SJ200 Original available in Antique Natural and Vintage Sunburst and the Custom Shop year specific Gibson 1957 SJ200 availbale in Antique Natural and Vintage Sunburst. Other notable additions are the Gibson Southern Jumbo Original, Gibson Hummingbird Original and the Gibson '50s LG-2 to name a few.
A small body acoustic with the full-sized Gibson sound. This little giant produces a charming and seductive tone that rivals much larger-bodied guitars while maintaining exceptional clarity and focus in individual notes. Ideal for folk, blues, and finger style, the delicately balanced 50s LG-2 Original maintains a full dynamic range while being comfortable under arm. Handcrafted solid tonewood and scalloped top bracing provide the warmth and richness that have made spruce and mahogany a classic combination in acoustic flat-top guitars.
Gibson '50s LG-2 Specs:
- Neck
- Material: Mahogany
- Profile: Historic V
- Scale Length: 24.75
- Fingerboard Radius: 12
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Number Of Frets: 20
- Frets: Standard
- Nut Material: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.725
- Joint: Compound Dovetail
- Body
- Body Shape: SJ-200
- Top: Sitka Spruce
- Back: Mahogany
- Side: Mahogany
- Bracing: Traditional hand scalloped X-bracing
- Binding: Multi-ply top, single-ply back
- Finish: Nitro
- Hardware
- Finish: Nickel
- Bridge: Rectangle, closed slot
- Saddle Material: Bone
- Tuning: Grover Cream Button
- Pickguard: Tear Drop
- Truss Rod Cover: Black
- Bridge Pins: Tusq
- Electronics
- Pickup: LR Baggs VTC
- Controls: Volume and Tone
- Miscellaneous
- Strings: .12, .16, .24, .32, .42, .53
- Case: Hardcase
- Accessories: Gibson Accessory Kit