Part of Gibson's Century Collection, this model takes inspiration from some of the company's earliest acoustic designs while adding a few twists that make it feel special the moment you pick it up. The biggest difference is the 12-fret neck joint, which moves the bridge deeper into the sweet spot of the soundboard. The result is a warmer, more resonant response with a little extra depth and bloom compared to a traditional 14-fret acoustic.

The combination of a Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides gives it that familiar Gibson warmth and punch, while the J-185 body shape keeps things balanced and comfortable without feeling oversized. At just 3 lbs 9 oz, it's also remarkably lightweight and lively in your hands.

This isn't the kind of guitar you see every day, and that's part of its charm. It feels rooted in Gibson's history without being a museum piece. Just a really inspiring acoustic that's easy to get lost in for a while.

Specs

  • Body Shape: Jumbo (J-185)
  • Back & Sides: Mahogany
  • Top: Sitka Spruce
  • Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Color: Vintage Sunburst
  • Bracing: Scalloped X-Bracing
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood, 12" Radius
  • Inlays: Dots
  • Frets: 20
  • Scale Length: 24.75"
  • Nut Width: 1.725"
  • Nut: Bone
  • Saddle: Bone
  • Bridge: Rosewood
  • Tuners: Gibson Deluxe
  • Weight: 3lbs 9oz
  • Case: Hardshell Case

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ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • J-185 Century 12-Fret
Finish
  • Vintage Sunburst
Year
  • 2026
Made In
  • United States
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String

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