Description
The Gibson SJ-200, the "King of Flat-Tops," has been a favorite of countless musicians over the years due to its powerful sound and commanding presence. The all-new Gibson 1957 SJ-200 pays tribute to the golden era of Gibson acoustics, and it's an incredible acoustic guitar brimming with old-school charm. From its Vintage Sunburst finish to its exquisite tonewoods and stunning visual appointments, this beauty is perfect for guitarists seeking a masterfully made acoustic with a bold, classic appeal.
Crafted with a flame maple body and a Thermally Aged Sitka spruce top, the 1957 SJ-200 has a powerful, balanced voice with excellent articulation and plenty of low-end punch. Its Super Jumbo body ensures remarkable projection, while its durable bone nut and saddle enhance resonance. Plus, its rounded neck, rosewood fingerboard, and Gotoh Keystone tuners give it a phenomenal feel that'll keep you coming back for more.
Premium appointments that make the Gibson 1957 SJ-200 an outstanding acoustic guitar:
-Thermal aging process imbues its flame maple top with the warmth, richness, and depth of a decades-old acoustic
-Charming old-school aesthetic with a Vintage Sunburst finish, multi-ply binding, graduated crown inlays, and four bar moustache bridge
-Silky-smooth 20-fret rosewood fingerboard and Gotoh Keystone tuners for a superb playing experience
Decked out with a traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing, a thin nitrocellulose VOS finish, and an eye-catching casted SJ-200 pickguard, the Gibson 1957 SJ-200 is perfect for musicians seeking a top-shelf vintage-inspired acoustic guitar with plenty of power and projection.
Specs
Body Style: Super Jumbo
Body Shape: SJ-200
Top: Thermally Aged Sitka spruce
Back: Flame maple
Sides: Flame maple
Bracing: Traditional Hand Scalloped X-bracing, with hide glue
Binding: Multi-ply top, multi-ply back
Body Finish: Thin Finish Nitrocellulose, VOS
Neck Profile: Rounded
Scale Length: 647.7 mm / 25.5 in
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
Fret Count: 20
Frets: Standard
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 43.81 mm / 1.724 in
Inlays: Mother-of-pearl Graduated Crowns
Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body
Bridge: SJ-200 Four Bar Moustache
Saddle Material: Bone
Tuning Machines: Gotoh Keystone
Pickguard: Casted SJ-200
Truss Rod Cover: Black with Wide White
Bridge Pins: Bone
Case: Period Correct Case
Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit
SKU: CSJB2057VS
