The Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret in Ebony offers a clean, understated take on a design that prioritizes feel and tonal response. The 12-fret neck placement moves the bridge closer to the center of the top, giving the guitar a warmer, more open voice with a smooth, controlled attack that works especially well for fingerstyle playing.

Its Sitka spruce and mahogany construction provides a balanced tonal foundation, while the satin nitro finish and SlimTaper neck profile create a comfortable, broken-in feel right out of the case. The Ebony finish gives this version a minimal, focused look while retaining all of the tonal benefits of the Century platform.

Highlights
  • 12-fret construction improves top movement and resonance
  • J-185 body shape delivers a balanced, full acoustic voice
  • Mahogany and spruce pairing for warmth and clarity
  • SlimTaper neck profile for smooth playability
  • Ebony finish for a simple, understated aesthetic
Specifications Body
  • Body Shape: J-185
  • Top: Sitka Spruce
  • Back & Sides: Mahogany
  • Binding: Single-ply top and back
  • Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Profile: SlimTaper 12-Fret
  • Scale Length: 24.75"
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12"
  • Nut: Bone
  • Inlays: Dot (Mother of Pearl)
Hardware
  • Bridge: Rectangle, Rosewood
  • Saddle: Bone
  • Bridge Pins: TUSQ
  • Tuners: Golden Age strap tuners
Electronics
  • Electronics: None
Miscellaneous
  • Case: Hardshell (Century Collection tweed)
  • Country of Origin: USA
  • Other: Compound dovetail neck joint construction
Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

At Tone Shop Guitars, we pride ourselves on offering a curated selection of instruments backed by knowledgeable staff and exceptional customer service. Whether you're shopping online or visiting us in person, our goal is to help you find the right guitar and deliver a top-tier experience every step of the way.

ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • J-185 Century 12-Fret
Finish
  • Ebony
Categories
Pickup
  • None
Finish Style
  • Satin
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
String Type
  • Steel
Model Family
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Series
Top Material
  • Spruce
Body Shape
  • Jumbo
Back Material
  • Mahogany
Wood Top Style
  • Opaque
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Sides Material
  • Mahogany
Color Family
  • Black
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 19

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