Offered for sale is a vintage 1968 Gibson J-160E acoustic-electric guitar in a beautiful Sunburst finish, serial number #818715. This is a genuine piece of Gibson history from the classic Kalamazoo era and one of Gibson’s most iconic models—famously associated with John Lennon and George Harrison of The Beatles.

🎸 Overview

The J-160E was one of Gibson’s earliest acoustic-electric guitars and is revered for its distinctive tone, playability, and historical significance. This example retains its original P-90 pickup, delivering that unmistakable warm, woody amplified sound these guitars are known for.

🔍 Condition

• Overall Condition: Very Good for its age (approximately 57 years old)
• Cosmetics: Light, honest playwear consistent with age; no major dings, dents, or cracks
• Structure: Solid and stable
• Electronics: P-90 pickup functions perfectly and sounds excellent when amplified
• Care History: Lightly and respectfully played in a smoke-free home studio; never gigged

This guitar presents extremely well for a late-’60s J-160E and has clearly been cared for.

📐 Specifications

• Model: Gibson J-160E
• Year: 1968
• Finish: Sunburst
• Body: Mahogany back & sides, laminated spruce top
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Pickup: Original P-90 with volume & tone controls
• Serial Number: 818715
• Case: Hard shell case included (believed to be original)

📦 Additional Notes

This guitar was received as a gift a few years ago and has been enjoyed sparingly. Due to downsizing a larger acoustic collection, it is now being offered for sale. It has never left my studio and has not been used for live performance.

🚚 Shipping

The guitar will be professionally packed and shipped fully insured. I’m happy to answer any questions, provide additional photos, or share a sound demo upon request.

Reasonable offers welcome.