Few acoustic guitars have captured hearts the way the Gibson Hummingbird Original has. Introduced in 1960 and embraced by icons from Keith Richards to Sheryl Crow, the Hummingbird isn't just a guitar; it's a companion for songwriters, session players, and performers who want their instrument to speak as boldly as their lyrics. This Antique Natural version embodies the spirit of the original; vintage class, stage-ready tone, and unmistakable character all wrapped into one of the most iconic square-shoulder dreadnoughts ever made.
Crafted with a solid Sitka spruce top and premium mahogany back and sides, this Hummingbird delivers a lush, resonant voice with sparkling top-end detail and rich, rounded lows. The scalloped X-bracing keeps the top responsive and expressive, making it a fantastic match for strumming, fingerstyle, or flatpicking. Whether you're in the studio or playing a solo set, the onboard LR Baggs Element VTC system provides an incredibly natural-sounding amplified tone that captures every nuance of your playing without sacrificing dynamics or clarity.
The mahogany neck sports Gibson's comfortable rounded profile, paired with a 12" radius rosewood fingerboard and traditional mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays. The shorter 24.75" scale length adds a slinky feel and a slightly looser string tension, perfect for long sessions or intricate chord work. Gold Gotoh Keystone tuners, bone nut and saddle, and meticulous nitrocellulose gloss finish round out the build with a sense of understated elegance.
From its iconic square-shouldered silhouette to its timeless tone and dependable performance, the Gibson Hummingbird Original feels like a guitar that's already lived a few lifetimes-and is ready for many more. The Antique Natural finish adds a subtle twist to its heritage, letting the wood's beauty speak for itself while maintaining all the vintage mojo fans expect from a true Gibson classic.
At Cream City Music, we love the Hummingbird because it brings together everything that makes acoustic guitars magical: rich tone, gorgeous looks, and a story that spans generations. This one's the real deal, and it's ready for your next chapter.
Specifications:
- Back & Sides Wood: Mahogany
- Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
- Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Color: Antique Natural
- Body Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing
- Binding: Multi-ply top/back
- Neck Wood: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: Rounded
- Radius: 12"
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Inlay: Mother-of-Pearl Parallelograms
- Number of Frets: 20, Standard
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Nut Width: 1.725"
- Nut/Saddle Material: Bone/Bone
- Bridge Material: Rosewood
- Tuning Machines: Gotoh Keystone
- Electronics: LR Baggs VTC Under Saddle Pickup
- Strings: Gibson, .012-.053
- Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
Sku: OCSSHBAN
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