Gibson Nathaniel Rateliff LG-2 Western - Vintage Sunburst  

If you’re looking for a guitar that punches way above its weight class, the Gibson Nathaniel Rateliff LG-2 Western is a soulful powerhouse that feels like a vintage treasure from the moment you pick it up. Inspired by the rugged, emotive performances of Nathaniel Rateliff himself, this small-bodied "Custom Shop" gem captures that classic "workhorse" vibe while offering the sophisticated tonal complexity of a premium build. It’s the kind of instrument that invites you to dig in with a pick for some rowdy Americana or pull back for intimate fingerstyle sessions, delivering a balanced, "woody" character that only a Gibson can provide.

The secret to this guitar's legendary projection lies in its Adirondack (Red) Spruce top. Known as the "stuff of legend," this stiff and hard tonewood remains clear and well-defined no matter how hard you play, allowing for incredible velocity of sound and a ringing, nuanced tone that won’t break up at high volumes. Paired with mahogany back and sides, you get a focused, fundamental-strong voice that breaks in beautifully over time, gaining sweetness and depth as the wood matures.

At Palen Music Center, we know that a great guitar needs to feel as good as it sounds. This LG-2 features a Historic V-neck profile and a 12-inch radius fretboard that makes navigating the neck a breeze. Whether you're channeling Rateliff's foot-stomping energy or crafting your own stories, this LG-2 is designed to be a lifelong companion that projects quickly and responds to the lightest touch.

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.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!

Adirondack Power: Features a Red Spruce top that offers legendary stiffness for massive projection and a complex, ringing tone.

Artist-Driven Design: Built to the specifications of Americana star Nathaniel Rateliff, combining vintage "Western" aesthetics with modern reliability.

Small Body, Big Voice: The LG-2 body style provides a comfortable playing experience while maintaining a "beefy" and full-bodied acoustic presence.

Vintage Feel: Outfitted with a Historic V-neck profile and a classic Vintage Sunburst finish for that timeless pre-war Gibson look.

Stage Ready: Equipped with LR Baggs VTC electronics so you can take that rich, "woody" mahogany tone straight to the venue.

Body Wood: Mahogany

Top Wood: Adirondack (Red) Spruce

Neck Wood: Mahogany

Left/Right Handed: Right

Fretboard Wood: Rosewood

Scale Length: 24.75"

Fretboard Radius: 12"

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Mother of Pearl Parallelograms

Neck Profile: Historic V

Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Bridge Material: Rosewood Rectangular (Closed Slot)

Nut Material: Bone

Tuners: Gotoh with White Buttons

Electronics: LR Baggs VTC

Bridge: Rosewood

Manufacturer Part Number: CSLGNRVS

Depth at 1st Fret: .900"

Depth at 10th Fret: .982"