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The World’s Most Iconic Guitar Brand

Founded in 1894, and based in Nashville, TN, the Gibson brand has shaped generations of tone throughout the golden age of rock & roll and beyond. Pair world class craftsmanship with a legendary catalog of instruments and it’s easy to see why the Gibson guitar company is the world’s most iconic guitar brand. With an arsenal of some of the most popular solid body, acoustic and hollow body instruments of all time, these musical innovators brought the Les Paul, SG, ES-335, J45 and Flying ‘V’ into the music world, changing it forever.

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Gibson ES Series

Historical and timeless, Gibson’s hollow body guitars are a benchmark for beauty, craftsmanship, and quality.

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60th Anniversary Les Paul

One of Gibson’s finest offerings this time honored classic is re-imagined as a special edition

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Gibson Acoustics

Body and soul, Gibson produces top quality tones and features for all of their acoustic guitars and mandolins.

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Featured Gibson Electrics

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Gibson Les Paul Junior

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Tony Iommi Monkey

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Innovators and Music Makers

From redefining the world of humbucking pickups, to designing countless legendary instruments the Gibson brand has achieved celebrated status beyond its humble roots and has become one of the biggest names in music. In addition to their main brand the Gibson company is also well known for its sister brand, Epiphone.

Les Paul

Find the word “Iconic” in the dictionary and beside it should be a photo of the Gibson Les Paul. Conceived in the early 50’s and raised on rock & roll the classic Les Paul design blazed a trail though the ever changing musical landscape of the 60’s and cemented its place in history as the instrument of choice for fresh faced players and rock stars alike.

Notable Players; Jimmy Page, Keith Richards, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Duane Allman, Mike Bloomfield, Billy Gibbons, Joe Perry and Slash

Features:

  • Available in Standard, Classic, Modern, Studio, Junior, Special, Tribute, and Signature versions
  • An array of different colour and finish options
  • Hands-on manufacturing provides an unmatched attention to detail and incredible instrument feel
  • Choices of both vintage or more modern appointments

ES-335

The ES-335 is arguably one of the most popular electric semi-hollow body designs around. Designed in 1958, the 335 hasn’t changed very much – with it’s solid maple block in the center and 2 hollow wings on either side, this instrument offers sustain, resonance and clarity when played both amplified and acoustically. It is without question a classy guitar – with the look, feel, and sound complimenting a multitude of musical styles.

Notable Players; Chuck Berry, Larry Carlton, Eric Clapton, B. B. King, Chuck Brown, and Alex Lifeson.

Features:

  • Equipped with high quality humbucking pickups, the tone is a versatile blend of classic and modern.
  • Being a semi-hollow guitar, the ES-335 produces more volume than a traditional solid body instrument when played acoustically.
  • Another benefit of the semi-hollow construction is the tonal warmth associated with the more resonant body

SJ-200

The SJ-200 is an absolute beast among Gibson acoustics so it’s no surprise that it has been coined “the king of the flat-top”. Its jumbo body design explodes with volume giving players increased output and richness when compared against similar jumbo body guitars. Since 1937, the  SJ-200 has been one of the most popular guitars in Gibson’s acoustic lineup.

Notable Players; Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jimmy Page, Pete Townshend, Elvis Presley

Features:

  • The flame maple back and sides add top end to what would normally be a low frequency instrument.
  • The solid sitka spruce top adds sustain and balance.
  • Equipped with the L.R Baggs anthem, this guitar sounds just as good plugged in as it does acoustically.

The SJ-200 is among one of the must haves for any flat top acoustic player for any style of music. Plus – it’s not exactly hard to look at!

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