Gibson 1974 J-50 Deluxe
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The 1974 Gibson J-50 Deluxe is a classic square-shoulder dreadnought from Gibson’s Norlin era, known for its warm, woody tone and strong projection. Finished in a natural gloss, the J-50 is essentially the natural-top counterpart to the famous J-45, delivering a balanced sound with rich lows, clear mids, and smooth highs.
Built with a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides, this model produces a warm, open tone that suits everything from strumming to fingerstyle playing. The 25.5″ scale length and comfortable 1-11/16″ (43 mm) nut width give the guitar a familiar feel, while the rosewood fingerboard with a 12″ radius ensures smooth playability across the neck.
Typical Norlin-era construction details include a 3-piece mahogany neck with volute, a rosewood belly bridge, and vintage-style Gibson Deluxe tuners. The square-shoulder dreadnought body provides strong projection and a punchy response, making the J-50 Deluxe a reliable workhorse for stage, studio, and songwriting.
Over time these guitars develop a beautifully mature tone, which is why many players appreciate the 1970s J-50 models for their character and vintage Gibson sound.
Body
Body Shape: Square-shoulder dreadnought
Top: Solid spruce
Back & Sides: Mahogany
Bracing: X-bracing
Finish: Natural gloss
Neck
Neck: 3-piece mahogany
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Neck Shape: C-profile
Scale Length: approx. 25.5″ (648 mm)
Nut Width: 1-11/16″ (≈43 mm)
Fingerboard Radius: 12″ (305 mm)
Frets: 20
Hardware
Bridge: Rosewood belly bridge
Tuners: Gibson Deluxe keystone tuners
Pickguard: Tortoiseshell style
Other
Neck joint: 14-fret to body
Country of origin: USA
Specifications
- Condition: Pre-owned
- Finish: Natural
- Acoustic Body Shape: Dreadnought
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Fingerboard Radius: 12
- Top Material: Spruce
- Neck Nutwidth: 43mm
- Neck Profile: C Shape
- Electro Acoustic: No
- Fretboard Material: Rosewood
- Acoustic Cutaway: No
- Scale (Mensur): 25,5"
- Number of Strings: 6
- Amount of Frets: 20
- Orientation: Right-handed
- Vintage: No
- Cases & Covers: Hard Case
- Kids Size: No
- Country of Manufacture: US
- Brand: Gibson
This item is sold As-Described
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| Listed | 3 months ago |
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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