Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Sunburst

Step back into a golden era of acoustic craftsmanship with a modern twist! The Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret in Vintage Sunburst takes the legendary, compact body shape that blues and parlor players have cherished since the 1930s and elevates it to new heights. Driven by a punchy Sitka Spruce top and eye-catching figured maple back and sides, this small-bodied powerhouse projects a surprisingly big, articulate voice. The spruce top brings incredible clarity and dynamic head-room, while the maple delivers laser-focused midranges and bright, shimmering trebles that slice effortlessly through any mix. Moving the neck joint to the 12th fret places the bridge right in the top’s sweet spot, giving you deeper bass and sweeter, singing sustain than you’d ever expect from a parlor-sized instrument.

This model pays homage to the ultra-rare 1930s Century models, boasting iconic vintage appointments like the stunning mother-of-pearl "Century" fretboard inlay scheme and a historic 12-fret body junction. Perfect for fingerstyle blues, percussive ragtime, or intimate acoustic recording sessions, the L-00 Century combines fast note decay, exceptional string-to-string separation, and a distinct, mid-focused punch. Renowned legendary artists like Bob Dylan, Arlo Guthrie, and generations of delta blues masters have relied on the L-00 body style to deliver their timeless, soulful sounds—and this 12-fret edition carries that storied legacy right into your hands.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

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  Highlights

12-fret neck-to-body joint shifts the bridge location to maximize top resonance and deep low-end response

Crisp Sitka Spruce top delivers a clear, ringing tone with incredible dynamic projection

Figured Maple back and sides offer focused, articulate notes with bright, chiming treble sparkle

Inspired by the legendary 1930s Gibson Century model featuring striking fretboard artwork

Ideal body shape for fingerstyle players, studio recording, and vintage blues enthusiasts

  Specifications

Body Wood: Figured Maple

Top Wood: Sitka Spruce

Neck Wood: Mahogany

Left/Right Handed: Right

Fretboard Wood: Rosewood

Scale Length: 24.75"

Fretboard Radius: 12"

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Mother-of-Pearl Century / MOP

Neck Profile: Historic V

Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Bridge Material: Rosewood

Nut Material: Bone

Tuners: Grover Open Back with Cream Buttons

Electronics: L.R. Baggs VTC

Bridge: Rectangular Open Slot

Manufacturer Part Number: OCSBLC12VS

Depth at 1st Fret: .905"

Depth at 10th Fret: 1.270"