Gibson J-185 Original

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.

Features:

  • Iconic Gibson Original acoustic with balanced, full spectrum sound profile
  • Gibson's "Jumbo" light body shape
  • Solid Sitka Spruce Top
  • Solid, Flamed Maple Back and Sides
  • Mahogany Neck with Slim Taper profile
  • Rosewood Fingerboard
  • Ultra Vintage belly-up bridge
  • Bone nut & saddle
  • Gotoh Keystone tuners for additional vintage vibe
  • Premium mother-of-pearl parrelogram inlays
  • LR Baggs VTC Electronics
  • Hardshell Case Included

ConditionMint (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • J-185 Original
Categories
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
Color Family
  • Brown
String Type
  • Steel
Model Family
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active Preamp
  • Yes
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Series
Sides Material
  • Maple
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Top Material
  • Spruce
Body Shape
  • Jumbo
Back Material
  • Maple
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Pickup
  • Undersaddle Piezo Pickup
Number of Frets
  • 20

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