Gibson 1939 J-55 Faded Vintage Sunburst

£4,799.00

The GPAS squad think that the Gibson 1939 J-55 Faded Vintage Sunburst is worth checking out. Gibson Custom Shop Acoustic Guitars give plenty for the price, read more below.

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Description

The Gibson 1939 J-55 Faded Vintage Sunburst is a Acoustic Guitar from the brand Gibson Custom Shop that gives plenty, a solid weapon in any arsenal. Beauty and a beast. A legend brought to the modern player. The Gibson 1939 J-55 is an absolute classic amongst the acoustic guitar world and now you can feel why. The new custom shop version of this beautiful yet extremely robust model means that modern musicians can unearth the resonant vintage tones it is capable of. Brought back to life for music lovers. The breathtaking look of the J-55 only scratches the surface of what it has to offer. Crafted with high-end features including an ebony fretboard that gives a distinctively bright edged tone that is reinforced by a thermally aged Red Spruce top. Extended playability. The guitar that keeps on giving. The 1939 J-55 has a long scale of 25.5″ as well a wide 1.77″ width nut making fingerwork a breeze. You sound great now look just as good. You will turn heads with the striking and stylish elements of a Moustache bridge terraced fire stripe pickguard and faded vintage sunburst finish. This is a design that has stood the test of time. Will you join it?

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Gibson Custom Shop

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Acoustic Guitars

Acoustic guitars produce their sound naturally through the vibration of the strings and body, offering a direct and expressive playing experience. They come in a wide range of styles, including steel string and classical designs, each with its own feel and tonal character. Body shape, wood choice, and construction all influence warmth, projection, and balance, making acoustics suitable for everything from gentle fingerstyle to confident strumming. Whether used for songwriting, practice, or performance, acoustic guitars provide a simple, honest connection between the player and the music.

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Guitars cover a wide range of instruments designed to suit different styles, techniques, and sounds, from acoustic and classical models to solid body, semi-hollow, and hollow electric designs. Factors like body shape, scale length, neck profile, string type, and pickups all influence how a guitar feels and responds, making each type suited to different players and musical approaches. Whether used for rhythm, lead, songwriting, or experimentation, guitars are expressive, versatile instruments that form the heart of countless genres and playing styles.

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Sunburst refers to a classic guitar finish that fades from a darker edge to a lighter centre, showcasing the natural beauty of the wood beneath. It’s one of the most recognisable and timeless looks in guitar design, adding depth, warmth, and vintage character to any instrument. Available in styles like two-tone, three-tone, and cherry sunburst, each variation brings its own personality and flair. Whether on an acoustic or electric guitar, a sunburst finish captures that perfect blend of tradition and style, making every instrument look as good as it sounds.