Oceanside, CA, United States
About this listing
Up for sale is a stunning vintage Gibson Johnny Smith archtop, one of Gibson’s most prestigious jazz guitars ever produced. This example features a carved spruce top with maple back and sides, delivering the warm, articulate tone the Johnny Smith model is known for. Equipped with dual floating mini-humbuckers and pickguard-mounted controls, it offers a rich, detailed amplified sound while preserving the guitar’s natural acoustic resonance. This guitar shows honest vintage wear, including finish checking, surface marks, and natural patina on the hardware — all consistent with age and use. It remains structurally solid and plays great, with a smooth feel up and down the neck. A true player-grade vintage Gibson that’s ready for stage, studio, or collection. Specs: • Model: Johnny Smith • Serial: 349023 • Finish: Sunburst • Body: Hollowbody archtop • Top: Carved spruce • Back/Sides: Maple • Pickups: Dual floating mini-humbuckers • Controls: Pickguard-mounted • Made in USA Condition: • Player-grade vintage condition • Finish wear, scratches, and checking throughout • Hardware shows natural aging/patina • Structurally solid and fully functional Includes: • Hard case (included)
Original Price$12,999
$3,099 price drop
New Price$9,900
+ $175 Shipping
