Gibson Custom Le Grande Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst

From the graceful Venetian cutaway to pearl and abalone inlays on an inky ebony fretboard, this awesome archtop is truly a sight to behold. Features a gold-plated, individually fingered jazz tailpiece and a fully adjustable saddle with a pearl-inlaid ebony bridge base. The BJB floating pickup with gold cover is mounted to the pickguard rather than the neck for a smooth, mellow tone without feedback. The sleek, lightweight peghead design results in a remarkably well-balanced instrument. These appointments, coupled with unbelievably lush and sophisticated tone, make this among the finest production carved tops available.

Gibson Custom L-5 CES Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst

The depth and mellowness of the Gibson L-5 CES is winning acclaim for this fine jazz guitar from the most discriminating artists. The tonal quality of the acoustic guitar and the advantages of an electric are combined in one instrument. Very few carved guitars are built each year because of the scarcity of the wood required and the handcrafting involved. The building of the L-5s is overseen by Jim Hutchins, a Gibson Builder since 1963. The process has remained relatively unchanged since the 1950s, including the hand-tuning of the top and back. Guitarists sing the praises of the comfortable vintage neck; the fast, easy action; and the rich beauty of the carved spruce top. Other features on the Gibson guitar include a figured, carved maple back with solid maple rims; a pearl inlaid ebony fingerboard; and beautiful multi white-black binding. With the creation of the L-5 in the 1920s, the modern archtop guitar was invented and it has set the standard for all carved guitars that have followed. (Click on "Private Reserve" at left to see more gorgeous pics.)

Gibson SJ-200 Vine Acoustic Guitar Vintage Sunburst

The elaborate mother-of-pearl/abalone vine inlay on the triple-bound premium ebony fingerboard and abalone body trim in 8-ply binding elevate this gorgeous Gibson SJ-200 Vine acoustic guitar into an aesthetic category all its own. Carved moustache bridge with double-bar mother-of-pearl/abalone inlays, engraved pickguard, mother-of-pearl crown headstock inlays, and stunning solid eastern curly maple back and sides with a solid spruce top.

Gibson Custom Wes Montgomery Guitar Vintage Sunburst

In the Wes Montgomery, Gibson has created a guitar with inherent quality, versatility, and a rich, impressive appearance. It has gained the highest acclaim from professional musicians. Like the legend whose name it wears, it is destined for history. Guitarists everywhere have sung the praises of the comfortable neck, fast easy action, and quick response. Just like its predecessor, the L-5 CES, the Wes Montgomery has a carved spruce top with highly figured maple back, rims, and a 5-piece maple neck. This model features a '57 Classic reissue humbucking pickup placed in the neck position so that anyone playing it can achieve the Wes tone.

Gibson 1937 L-00 Acoustic Guitar Vintage Sunburst

Originating in the late 1920s, the Gibson L-00 small-bodied acoustic guitar won enduring popularity for its sassy style and bluesy sound. For its Elite series, Gibson has re-created this legendary guitar with loving dedication. It features a solid adirondack spruce top and premium mahogany back and sides. It is equipped with nickel Grover tuners for vintage authenticity, a bone nut and saddle, and rosewood bridge and fingerboard.