Gibson Hummingbird Custom Long Scale

Gibson’s two square-shouldered, avian-themed acoustics — the Dove and the Hummingbird — are remarkably similar in spec, being differentiated mainly by their body wood, scale length, and visuals. So, considering that this Hummingbird Maple Long Scale brandishes the same maple body and scale length as a Dove, it essentially is a Dove as far as sound is concerned. It’s the perfect Gibson for the guitarist who craves the song of a Dove in a different package, boasting a Sitka spruce top, traditional scalloped X-bracing, and AA maple back and sides. Complete with a 25.5-inch scale (as compared to the Hummingbird’s usual 24.75-inch scale), this Gibson dishes out a clear, punchy, and balanced voice that perfectly supports singer/songwriters and cuts right through the mix. Next, the mahogany neck’s classic Rounded profile provides a firm, full grip in your palm. Meanwhile, the Hummingbird Maple Long Scale’s rosewood fingerboard flaunts mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays and elegant binding. You also get a high-performing set of Grover Rotomatic tuning machines and road-proven LR Baggs VTC electronics. Capped with a mother-of-pearl Gibson Crown inlay and an etched Hummingbird pickguard, this Gibson Acoustic Hummingbird Maple Long Scale proves that a Dove by any other name would sound just as sweet

A custom-spec model from Gibson’s Greatest Hits Collection, modifying the standard Hummingbird formula with Gibson Dove–style specs

• Sitka spruce top with hand-scalloped X-bracing resounds with a sweet, rich, and responsive tonality
• AA maple back and sides impart a crisp and focused character, along with superb string-to-string balance
• Mahogany neck in Gibson’s always-comfortable Rounded profile
• Bound rosewood fingerboard with stunning MOP split-parallelogram inlays
• Square-shouldered dreadnought design delivers a powerful projection and a full-range tone that excels whether you’re fingerpicking, strumming, or flatpicking
• Long 25.5-in. scale grants this Hummingbird enhanced volume, depth, and power
• Stage-ready LR Baggs VTC electronics faithfully capture the guitar’s acoustic character
• Grover Rotomatic tuning machines keep your strings stable in style
• Nitrocellulose lacquer finish will age in and wear over time, just like a golden-era Gibson
• Signature Hummingbird appointments include an etched pickguard and an MOP crown headstock inlay
• Traditional Gibson construction includes a dovetail joint secured with hot hide glue
• Comfortable 1.725-in. nut width is sure to please players of all varieties