Up for sale is a mid-1970s Gibson J-50 Deluxe, built in Kalamazoo during the transition era. This is a solid-wood vintage Gibson dreadnought with the classic dry, woody tone these guitars are known for.

Specs / Details

• Model: Gibson J-50 Deluxe
• Year: Circa 1973–1975 (Kalamazoo, MI era)
• Top: Solid spruce
• Back & sides: Solid mahogany
• Bridge: Fixed saddle (not adjustable bridge)
• Neck: Mahogany
• Finish: Natural
• Includes hardshell case (not original)

Condition

This is a player-grade vintage instrument in good working condition.

• Professional headstock repair (see photos)
• Repair is barely visible from the front
• Back of headstock shows repair line
• Structurally solid and stable
• Some binding wear/damage typical of a 50-year-old Gibson (see photos)
• Neck angle is good – no neck reset needed
• Plays comfortably with good action
• Frets in good playable condition
• Typical cosmetic wear consistent with age

Electronics

• Passive under-saddle pickup installed (functional)

Tone / Playability

Classic vintage Gibson sound — warm, dry, and open. Very responsive mahogany dreadnought that has clearly aged into a strong player.

Notes

This is not a collector-grade all-original example due to the repaired headstock, but it is an excellent vintage player’s guitar at a fraction of the price of clean examples.

Included

• Gibson J-50 Deluxe
• Hardshell case with two keys (Jasmine brand)

Shipping / Local Pickup

Willing to ship safely within the U.S. or do local pickup in the Dallas area.