• Electro-acoustic guitar in dreadnought format
  • Solid spruce top and solid rosewood body
  • Hand-scalloped X-bracing
  • Mahogany neck with round neck profile
  • Rosewood fretboard with MOP parallelogram inlays
  • Nut made from Graph Tech TUSQ with 43.8 mm width
  • Shortened 628.7 mm scale length
  • Rosewood bridge with compensated inlay made from Graph Tech TUSQ
  • Golden Grover Rotomatic tuners
  • L. R. Baggs VTC pickup
  • Double-ring rosette and multi-ply binding
  • Hummingbird pickguard
  • Rosewood Burst Finish in high-gloss lacquer finish
  • Case included
  • Made in USA
Gibson Hummingbird Standard Rosewood Burst at a glance

Since the 1960s, the Gibson Hummingbird Standard Rosewood Burst has captivated musicians with its unique design and versatile tonal characteristics. This short-scale, square-shoulder steel string guitar continues to be a favorite due to its exceptional comfort and its ability to produce a warm, mid-range sound, making it perfect for accompanying vocals. The standout feature of this iconic model is the generous Hummingbird pickguard, beautifully adorned with intricate hummingbird and floral motifs. A true visual statement that complements its remarkable sound. The Hummingbird Standard Rosewood Burst comes with a sturdy case, ensuring both protection and style.

Solid tonewoods

Thanks to its all-solid construction, the Hummingbird delivers defined and balanced tone, which unfolds quickly and throughouly, thanks to the flat hand-scalloped X-bracing. The voluminous resonance body of this dreadnought ensures powerful projection, effortlessly filling any room or stage. The guitar's tone is shaped by exquisite tonewoods featuring a solid Sitka spruce top known for its tonal brilliance and distinctive overtone spectrum, and a solid rosewood body, prized for its present mids and rich bass. These qualities make the Hummingbrid an ideal choice for both fingerpicking and strumming, making it a true all-rounder.

Shortened scale length

While the acoustic sound character is a delight, guitarists will also be appreciate the exceptional playability of this acoustic guitar. The mahogany neck with its round neck profile sits comfortably in the hand and when paired with the haptically pleasing rosewood fingerboard, it makes quick tone sequences and chord changes feel effortless. The shortened 628.7 mm scale length further enhances playability by reducing the amount of force needed for fingering, minimizing strain on fingers and hand muscles. This makes quick tone sequences and chord changes feel effortless. The hardware also leaves nothing to be desired. The golden Grover Rotomatic tuners guarantee high tuning stability and are perfectly matched to the compensated bridge inlay made of Graph Tech TUSQ, resulting in absolutely clean intonation.

L. R. Baggs VTC

For flawless stage performances, the Gibson Hummingbird Standard Rosewood Burst comes equipped with the high-quality L. R. Baggs VTC pickup system. This professional system captures every nuance of the sound and every note of your playing transmitting the guitar's natural tone and character directly to the amplifier without any alteration. The result is an uncompromising, true-to-life-sound that guarantees a standout performance every time. The VTC also features an integrated preamplifier with volume and tone controls allowing you to adjust the guitar's tonal characteristics easily to suit both your personal preferences and the acoustics of the venue. Best of all, the preamp sits discreetly in the sound hole, maintaining the guitar's harmonious design without any disruption.

Classic Hummingbird design

The acoustic guitar is not only a sonic delight but also a visual masterpiece. The Rosewood Burst finish features an exciting color gradient that imbues the guitar qith a unique artistic depth. This strinking finish creates a dynamic visual appeal that complements its rich sound. The fretboard is further elevated by the MOP parallelogram inlays, which not only add an extra touch of luxury but also serve as functional markers for the player. These beautiful inlays provide a refined touch while assisting with navigation along the fretboard. One of the most iconic elements of this guitar is the classic Hummingbird pickguard, which showcases an intricate hummingbird and flower ornaments on a tortoise background and once again demonstrates the professional craftsmanship and attention to detail of the renowned manufacturer.

ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • Hummingbird Standard Rosewood
Finish
  • Rosewood Burst
Categories
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
Color Family
  • Brown
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active Preamp
  • Yes
Model Family
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Back Material
  • Rosewood
Sides Material
  • Rosewood
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Top Material
  • Spruce
Model Sub-Family
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Pickup
  • Undersaddle Piezo Pickup
Number of Frets
  • 20

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