Up for sale is a stunning vintage Gibson Johnny Smith archtop, one of Gibson’s most prestigious jazz guitars ever produced. This example features a carved spruce top with maple back and sides, delivering the warm, articulate tone the Johnny Smith model is known for. Equipped with dual floating mini-humbuckers and pickguard-mounted controls, it offers a rich, detailed amplified sound while preserving the guitar’s natural acoustic resonance. This guitar shows honest vintage wear, including finish checking, surface marks, and natural patina on the hardware — all consistent with age and use. It remains structurally solid and plays great, with a smooth feel up and down the neck. A true player-grade vintage Gibson that’s ready for stage, studio, or collection.
Specs:
• Model: Johnny Smith
• Serial: 349023
• Finish: Sunburst
• Body: Hollowbody archtop
• Top: Carved spruce
• Back/Sides: Maple
• Pickups: Dual floating mini-humbuckers
• Controls: Pickguard-mounted
• Made in USA
Condition:
• Player-grade vintage condition
• Finish wear, scratches, and checking throughout
• Hardware shows natural aging/patina
• Structurally solid and fully functional
Includes:
• Hard case (included)
Specs:
• Model: Johnny Smith
• Serial: 349023
• Finish: Sunburst
• Body: Hollowbody archtop
• Top: Carved spruce
• Back/Sides: Maple
• Pickups: Dual floating mini-humbuckers
• Controls: Pickguard-mounted
• Made in USA
Condition:
• Player-grade vintage condition
• Finish wear, scratches, and checking throughout
• Hardware shows natural aging/patina
• Structurally solid and fully functional
Includes:
• Hard case (included)
| Listed | 4 months ago |
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| Condition | Good (Used) Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear.Learn more |
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