Gibson Dove Original - Antique Natural

Few acoustic guitars carry the same sense of history and unmistakable character as the Gibson Dove. Introduced in 1962, the Dove arrived as a bold new chapter in Gibson’s acoustic legacy, bringing a distinctive square-shouldered body, a striking pickguard adorned with hand-painted dove artwork, and a voice that stood apart from the traditional dreadnought designs of the era. Its elegant appointments and unmistakable silhouette made it an instant classic, earning a place in the hands of songwriters, performers, and collectors who appreciate an instrument with as much personality as it has presence.

The Gibson Dove Original carries that heritage forward with the craftsmanship, attention to detail, and rich acoustic character that have defined Gibson guitars for generations. Its solid maple back and sides deliver a bright, articulate response with excellent note separation, while the solid Sitka spruce top provides warmth, projection, and a dynamic range that responds beautifully to everything from delicate fingerpicking to full-voiced strumming. The result is a sound that feels equally at home accompanying a singer-songwriter, filling a room with ringing open chords, or adding unmistakable character to a recording.

More than six decades after its introduction, the Dove remains one of Gibson’s most recognizable and enduring acoustic designs. It represents an era when American guitar making combined bold visual identity with instruments built for real musicians and lasting musical expression. With its iconic styling, versatile voice, and deep roots in Gibson’s storied history, the Dove Original is an invitation to become part of that tradition, carrying a piece of acoustic guitar heritage into the next generation of music.

SPECS

Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
Back/Sides Wood: Flame Maple
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Style: Square Shoulder
Bracing: Traditional Hand Scalloped X-Bracing
Binding: Multi-Ply Top, Multi-Ply Back
Neck Wood: Mahogany
Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-Body
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Scale Length: 25.5"
Radius: 12"
Frets: 20
Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Parallelograms
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1.72"
Neck Profile: Rounded
Under Saddle Pickup: Baggs VTC
Controls: Soundhole Mounted Volume and Tone
Tuners: Grover Keystone
Case: Hardshell

This guitar comes with a free setup prior to shipment by our experienced in-house technician here at Round Hill Music Co.

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