A Jumbo with unparalleled tonal balance
The J-185 is believed by many to be one of Gibson's best acoustic instruments, yet it seems to be fairly obscure, much to the delight of devoted Gibson lovers. Originally released in the early 1950s and designed to be slight smaller than its larger companion, the SJ-200, the J-185 still offers superior performance and tone. The J-185 Original maintains unsurpassed balance of lows, mids, and highs, with equal response to every note on the fretboard. Acclaimed by many as the perfect body size and shape for any player.

Specifications

Body
Shape: J-180
Material: Flamed Maple
Top: Thermal Sitka
Binding: Cream

Neck
Neck: Mahogany
Profile: SlimTaper
Nut Width: 1.725"
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Number of Frets: 20
Nut: Bone
Inlay: Mother of Pearl Parallelogram

Hardware
Bridge: Belly Up with Holes at Rear
Tuners: Gold Gotoh with Green Keystone

Electronics
Undersaddle Pickup: Baggs Element-Plus

Misc.
Case: Hardshell case included

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ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • JB85TBPSL0891
Categories
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Jumbo
Pickup
  • Undersaddle Piezo Pickup

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