The Gibson L-1 is an that was first sold by the in the early 20th century. The L-1 model was introduced first as an (1902), and later as a in 1926. The model is famously associated with the legendary bluesman .
History1902 L-1 introduction (acoustic archtop): single bound round soundhole with 2 rope pattern wood rings, single bound top, ebony fingerboard, dot fingerboard inlays, orange top finish, dark mahogany back and sides, 2 sizes.
1908 L-1 specs: 13.5" wide, narrower waist, trapeze tailpiece with pins anchored in tortoise celluloid plate, elavated pickguard, 13 frets clear of the body, bound fingerboard, slated "The Gibson" .
1912 L-1 specs: No pickguard.
1914 L-1 specs: Pickguard added again.
1918 L-1 specs: Sheraton brown finish.
1920 L-1 specs: Double 5 ply soundhole rings.
1925 Discontinued.
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