Vintage Gibson J-50 Acoustic Guitar (1973–1975) – USA

For sale is a vintage Gibson J-50 acoustic guitar from 1973–1975, an iconic slope-shoulder dreadnought known for its warm and expressive tone. This instrument has been lovingly played throughout its life and carries the authentic vintage character that only decades of natural aging can provide.

Condition

  • Fully functional and set up for comfortable playing — no issues affecting sound or performance.
  • Frets and nut have been professionally replaced, ensuring excellent playability and intonation.
  • Original Gibson hardshell case included.
  • Significant cosmetic wear including scratches, dings, finish checking/cracks consistent with age.
  • Binding deterioration and partial separation around the body due to aging.
  • Crack at the bottom of the back (stable, does not affect structure or playability).

Tone & Playability

This J-50 delivers a beautifully aged, resonant sound with rich low end, clear mids, and smooth highs. A perfect guitar for singer-songwriters, recording artists, and collectors who appreciate the soulful tone of vintage Gibson acoustics.

Specifications

  • Brand: Gibson
  • Model: J-50
  • Year: 1973–1975
  • Body Type: Slope-shoulder Dreadnought
  • Top: Spruce
  • Back & Sides: Mahogany
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Frets: Replaced (excellent condition)
  • Nut: Replaced
  • Case: Original hardshell case

This item is sold As-Described

This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.

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Brand
Model
  • J-50 Deluxe
Finish
  • Natural
Categories
Year
  • 1973-75
Made In
  • United States
Pickup
  • None
Model Sub-Family
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Model Family
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Top Material
  • Spruce
Series
Back Material
  • Mahogany
Sides Material
  • Mahogany
Color Family
  • Tan
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 20

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