The 1991 J-160E carries on the distinctive style that epitomized the Gibson sound of the Beatles era.
Featuring a round-shouldered body and magnetic pickups, it delivers the rich, distinctive sound unique to the J-160E?a tone that bridges the gap between acoustic and electric.

Its sound is characterized by a compressed tone when strummed and a rich midrange when amplified, making it a standout choice for everything from solo performances to band ensembles. Known for its association with the Beatles, this is one of Gibsonfs flagship electro-acoustic models.
This guitar was previously equipped with an L.R. Baggs Element pickup and has a history of control wiring modifications. It has been restored to its original magnetic pickup configuration.
String grounding has been added to reduce noise.

The back bracing on the innermost string (1st string) has been repaired. There is paint cracking at the joint between the neck and the top on the 6th string side.
There is a crack near the 6th string side of the soundhole. It has been filled with adhesive to secure it.
There is a crack on the body top next to the fingerboard on the 1st string side. This area shows signs of previous patch repairs; while some reinforcement material has been applied near the soundhole, there is no reinforcement spanning the crack at the edge of the soundhole. Instead, reinforcement material has been applied to the back of the pickguard, following the line of the crack.

Due to the pickup height, the output is slightly low.

There is paint peeling, weather checking, and dents with scratches and chipped paint throughout the body, indicating signs of use.
No noticeable issues are visible on the neck, though the frets are low?though they can still be filed down. There are currently no issues with playability.
Condition Grade: B: Shows significant wear and signs of use, but is suitable for normal use

Serial Number: 91921020
Year of Manufacture: 1991
Case: Soft case
Truss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees left and right with no problems
Fret Wear: Note: While the frets can still withstand filing, they are on the low side
String height (low string side): 2.5 mm at the 12th fret
String height (treble side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 43.7 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 22.5 mm
Scale: 624mm (24.56")
RADIUS: 254mm (10")
Strings at setup: D'Addario EJ-21 / .012-.052 set
Repairs and Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, string height adjustment, fretting, electronics repair, saddle replacement

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any measurements listed for the truss rod, remaining fret life, or string height were taken by our staff during setup. These values are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase and do not guarantee that the measurements will be the same when the item arrives.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item currently listed simultaneously on multiple platforms, including our in-store display. We strive to remove product listings promptly upon sale, but updates may not always be in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding.

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Condition: Some scratches, dents and marks. If you would like to know more about this specific instrument, or have general questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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