Chapter III of our video series celebrating 100 Years of Flat-Tops spotlights the unique recipe that has made Gibson acoustic guitars the first choice for singer-songwriters, producers, and players around the world
Throughout 2026 we’ve celebrated 100 years of Gibson flat-top acoustics—a genuine revolution in instrument-making that sparked genres and provided the soundtrack to the lives of generations of music fans. To mark the anniversary we’ve released commemorative guitars, caught up with Gibson artists to find out about their connection to iconic models like the J-45™, partnered with Baggs™ on a game-changing new acoustic guitar pickup system designed to inspire the next generation of artists, and launched a Gibson TV video series celebrating a century of sound.
Chapter III of that series has now been unveiled, and you can hit the play button above to watch now. This time around, the focus is on what makes a Gibson acoustic guitar special. After a century of building flat-tops, we’ve learned a thing or two about the unique recipe that has made Gibson the first choice for singer-songwriters, producers, and players around the world.
From the small-body L-00 to the majestic SJ-200™, every Gibson acoustic shares a common DNA and is handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana. It takes heart, soul, and human hands to make a Gibson, and you can hear the difference from the very first chord. Join us as we continue celebrating 100 years of Gibson flat-top guitars, the skilled craftspeople who build them, and the artists who bring them to life. A very special thank you to Grace Potter for helping us tell our story.
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