Description
Few acoustic-electrics are as steeped in history as the Gibson J-160E Original in Vintage Sunburst. For Beatles fans, this guitar is instantly recognizable; John Lennon and George Harrison played it extensively during the band's early years. Originally released in 1954, the J-160E was one of Gibson's first acoustic models to feature onboard electronics, making it a true pioneer in hybrid acoustic-electric design. Today's reissue remains faithful to its roots, with thoughtful upgrades that make it an even better performer for modern players.
The J-160E Original features a solid mahogany body with a solid Sitka spruce top, offering warm resonance and strong projection. Unlike its vintage predecessors which used laminated tops and ladder bracing, this model sports scalloped X-bracing to enhance its full-bodied acoustic response. Plugged in, the top-mounted P-90DC pickup captures that iconic, midrange-rich P-90 tone, now with reduced hum and improved clarity. This guitar is tailor-made for singer-songwriters, rhythm players, and fans of British Invasion tone looking for a stage and studio ready workhorse with undeniable pedigree.
The SlimTaper mahogany neck provides a fast and comfortable playing experience, anchored with a 24.75" scale length and a rosewood fretboard adorned with classic pearloid trapezoid inlays. Its 1.725" bone nut and 20 frets offer ample space and smooth playability for both fingerpicking and strumming. Gotoh Keystone tuners ensure stable, accurate tuning, while the rosewood belly-up bridge and TUSQ bridge pins enhance sustain and resonance.
The J-160E Original doesn't just sound and feel great; it tells a visual story too. Its Vintage Sunburst finish and period-correct gold Top Hat knobs with silver reflectors channel the aesthetic of its 1960s heyday. Whether you're a lifelong Beatles devotee or a modern songwriter chasing timeless tone, this guitar brings history and innovation together in a beautifully expressive instrument.
At Cream City Music, we're proud to offer the J-160E Original; it's more than just a guitar, it's a piece of musical history refined for today's stage. With vintage character and modern reliability, this one delivers in every way.
Specifications:
- Shape: J-160
- Material: Mahogany
- Binding: Multi-ply Top, Single-ply Back and Fretboard
- Neck: Mahogany
- Profile: SlimTaper
- Nut width: 1.725" / 43.815mm
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale length: 24.75" / 628.65mm
- Number of frets: 20
- Nut: Bone
- Inlay: Pearloid Trapezoid
- Bridge: Belly-up, Rosewood
- Tuners: Gotoh Keystone
- Hardware: Nickel
- Control Knobs: Gold Top Hat with Silver Reflector
- Fingerboard pickup: P-90 DC
- Controls: Top-Mounted Master Volume and Tone
- Case: Hardshell Case
Sku: OCRS16VS
