When it was released, the J-55 carried on the tradition of Gibson round-shoulder acoustic instruments. It was one of four Jumbo guitars offered by Gibson in the 1930s, becoming extremely sought after decades after its original release. The new Custom Shop 1939 J-55 sets forth that tradition!

The 1939 J55 Historic features premium ebony on the fingerboard and bridge, a long-scale neck, and a thermally aged Adirondack red spruce top. Distinctive custom additions include a moustache bridge, terraced fire stripe pickguard, and a wide 1.77" nut width.

The rich, deep tones of this jumbo guitar bring you right back to 1939. This 2024 model is in excellent condition. Only minimal playwear can be detected.

Comes in a hardshell case with a TFOA passport.

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Listed2 days ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Custom Shop Historic 1939 J-55
Finish
  • Sunburst
Categories
Year
  • 1939
Pickup
  • None
Color Family
  • Brown
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Top Material
  • Spruce
Series
Back Material
  • Mahogany
Sides Material
  • Mahogany
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Model Family
Scale Length
  • 25.5"
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 19

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