2015 GIBSON LTD ED 75TH ANNIVERSARY J-200-M TROPHY IN ANTIQUE NATURAL FINISH
Gibson Custom Shop celebrates 75 years of the J-200 acoustic with a limited run Five Star Series guitar
The Gibson J-200 M Trophy 75th Anniversary. The Gibson J-200 M Trophy 75th Anniversary combines the iconic look and rounded lines of the original J-200 with the smaller dimensions of Gibson J-16. These exclusive guitars are handcrafted by the acclaimed luthiers of Gibson's acoustic facility in Bozeman Montana, and utilizes only the best premium tonewoods and showcase appointments.
The 2015 Gibson Custom Shop J-200-M Trophy 75th Anniversary at a glance:
Limited run acoustic guitar; only 75 pieces produced worldwide
L.R. Baggs Element active pickup system; plug into an amp or a PA system
Selected Maple construction based on the original J-200 design
Smaller dimensions based on Gibson’s J-16 make this guitar very comfortable to play
Gibson's X-bracing system provides excellent projection and tone
Premium tonewoods; solid Sitka spruce top with Maple back and sides
Classic Gibson Custom hardshell case: Stylish and protective
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The world will only see 75 pieces of this limited edition guitar, and only available from selected Gibson dealerships. The original J-200 was introduced in 1937 by Ray Whitley, initially called the Super Jumbo due to its big size. Being the top-of-the-line flat top guitar model from Gibson, it was considered by many as the "King of the Flat-Tops" and it was only a matter of time until this king met with "The King of Rock and Roll". Elvis Presley got his hands on a J-200 and turned it into one of the most familiar acoustic guitar model in history. Other notable artists that used the J-200 include Johnny Cash, Buddy Holly, Pete Townshend, Bob Dylan and the Edge.
Following the status of Gibson's Five Star offerings, this guitar is handmade using traditional tonewoods. The top is made from premium solid Sitka spruce while the back and sides are crafted from solid quilted maple that are hand selected to have a three-dimensional texture. The top features Gibson's X-bracing and has the eye candies for the big boys − a multi-ply binding and double-ring rosette with abalone inlay. The assembled body is then hand-sprayed with Antique Natural nitrocellulose finish. The neck is made from a two-piece maple construction based on the original J-200 design, shaped in a "D" profile. It has a rosewood fingerboard with abalone crown inlays and scale length of 24.7". The guitar is not just about looks, it comes equipped with L.R. Baggs Element active pickup system. This lets you instantly plug the guitar to an amp or a PA for live performance use.
Since this is a limited run acoustic guitar, the price range is a bit steep with an MSRP of $4,300. It will only be available from Gibson dealers that have a trained and certified Gibson Acoustic specialist on their sales staff to properly assist prospective buyers. Gibson Custom/Montana hardshell case is included.
Specifications
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body
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Body Type |
J-16 Dimension Hollowbody Acoustic |
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Body Shape |
Jumbo |
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Body Material |
Front: 2-pc Solid Sitka
Spruce |
Rims: Grade AAAA Quilted
Maple |
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Back: 2-pc Grade AAAA Solid
Quilted Maple |
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Body Carve |
Front: Flat Top |
Back: Flat |
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Body Binding |
Front: 6-ply Ebony/Ivory |
Back: 4-ply Ebony/Ivory |
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Spine / Bracing |
Ebony Wood Purfling / Gibson®
X-Bracing |
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Rosette |
Multi-ring Abalone and MOP |
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Build Materials Used |
Hot-hide Glue (neck-joint) and Franklin Titebond 50 Glue (body/bracings) |
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Body Finish Type |
High-gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
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Color |
Front: Antique Natural |
Back & Neck: Antique Natural |
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