Gibson

1957 J-50

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Step back in time with this vintage 1957 Gibson J-50 acoustic, a true gem for collectors and players alike. This round-shoulder dreadnought has exceptional vintage craftsmanship and a warm, balanced tone. It has been set-up with frets freshly polish and is playing like a dream! A fresh bridge saddle has been installed due to the original being cracked in half - original is inside the vintage clipboard case. 

Features:

  • Era: 1950s
  • Top Wood: Solid Sitka Spruce
  • Back and Sides Wood: Solid Mahogany
  • Neck Wood: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard Wood: Brazilian Rosewood
  • Bracing: Traditional X-bracing for enhanced resonance
  • Scale Length: 24.75 inches
  • Nut Width: Approximately 1.725 inches
  • Bridge: Rosewood with a belly-up design for stability and enhanced tone
  • Pickguard: Classic Tortoise Shell

Distinctive Qualities:

  • Natural Finish: Unlike its J-45 counterpart, the J-50 features a natural finish that highlights the beauty of the wood.
  • Adjustable Truss Rod: Allows for easy neck adjustments, a feature introduced in the mid-1950s.
  • Tapered Headstock and Kluson Deluxe Tuners: Adding to the guitar’s vintage appeal and ensuring tuning stability.
  • Dot Inlays: Simple and elegant, these inlays enhance the guitar’s classic look.

Sound Profile:

The 1950s Gibson J-50 is celebrated for its warm, balanced tone, rich midrange, and clear, bright highs. The solid mahogany body offers a strong, resonant sound with excellent projection, perfect for fingerpicking and strumming.

Collectibility:

Vintage Gibson J-50s from the 1950s are highly sought after. These models are rare finds, prized for their quality craftsmanship and the distinctive, timeless sound that only a vintage Gibson can deliver.

Included: vintage chipboard case
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