Small body, rich, balanced tone

The Gibson LG-2 was first introduced in 1942 during the “Banner” era as a replacement for the earlier L-00. It was released alongside other legendary Gibson models such as the J-45™ and Southern Jumbo, and quickly became a popular small-body acoustic guitar model celebrated for its big, yet balanced sound, and which provides an excellent small-bodied alternative to larger models like the J-45.

Now, Gibson is proud to introduce the LG-2 50s Original, which brings the LG-2 model back to the Gibson lineup with features inspired by the highly coveted 1950s era models. Demand for the return of this model has been high, and fans of this small-bodied Workhorse alternative will not be disappointed. The LG-2 50s Original features solid mahogany back and sides paired with a solid Sitka spruce top that is reinforced with traditional scalloped X-bracing for rich, small body acoustic tone. The mahogany body features three-ply top and single-ply back binding. The mahogany neck features a Historic V profile and is attached to the body with a compound dovetail neck-to-body joint using hot hide glue. The neck is topped with an unbound rosewood fretboard that is equipped with 20 standard frets and adorned with understated, yet classy mother-of-pearl dot inlays. The LG-2 50s Original is fitted with a sloped, rectangular, closed-slot bridge made from rosewood that is decorated with two mother-of-pearl dot inlays. The nut and saddle are both bone, while the bridge pins are TUSQ®. Grover® strap tuners with white buttons provide solid tuning stability and, along with the tortoise teardrop pickguard, add to the instrument’s vintage charm.

The LG-2 50s Original’s solid Sitka spruce top provides a livelier, brighter, and more balanced sound than some of the war-era LG-2 models that were made with mahogany tops, making it suitable for a broad range of musical genres and playing styles. The smaller physical dimensions of the LG-2 50s Original also make it an outstanding choice that is easier to hold than larger-bodied models for players of smaller stature. It also offers an attractive tonal option to larger-bodied models, making it ideal for adding alternate acoustic tones to a recording. In a nod to the recording and performance needs of today’s guitarists, the LG-2 50s Original also comes factory-equipped with a Baggs™ VTC under-saddle transducer and built-in preamp. The Baggs VTC system features soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls that are quick and convenient for the player to access while remaining all but invisible to the audience. The inclusion of high-quality discreet electronics makes the LG-2 50s Original stage and studio-ready from the moment you take it out of the included Gibson hardshell case, while taking nothing away from its attractive, vintage-inspired character and vibe. Whether you need a great small-bodied “couch guitar,” a live performance partner, or a useful new voicing to add to your arsenal of recording guitars, the LG-2 50s Original is an outstanding choice.

Small body, rich, balanced tone

The Gibson LG-2 was first introduced in 1942 during the “Banner” era as a replacement for the earlier L-00. It was released alongside other legendary Gibson models such as the J-45™ and Southern Jumbo, and quickly became a popular small-body acoustic guitar model celebrated for its big, yet balanced sound, and which provides an excellent small-bodied alternative to larger models like the J-45.

Now, Gibson is proud to introduce the LG-2 50s Original, which brings the LG-2 model back to the Gibson lineup with features inspired by the highly coveted 1950s era models. Demand for the return of this model has been high, and fans of this small-bodied Workhorse alternative will not be disappointed. The LG-2 50s Original features solid mahogany back and sides paired with a solid Sitka spruce top that is reinforced with traditional scalloped X-bracing for rich, small body acoustic tone. The mahogany body features three-ply top and single-ply back binding. The mahogany neck features a Historic V profile and is attached to the body with a compound dovetail neck-to-body joint using hot hide glue. The neck is topped with an unbound rosewood fretboard that is equipped with 20 standard frets and adorned with understated, yet classy mother-of-pearl dot inlays. The LG-2 50s Original is fitted with a sloped, rectangular, closed-slot bridge made from rosewood that is decorated with two mother-of-pearl dot inlays. The nut and saddle are both bone, while the bridge pins are TUSQ®. Grover® strap tuners with white buttons provide solid tuning stability and, along with the tortoise teardrop pickguard, add to the instrument’s vintage charm.

The LG-2 50s Original’s solid Sitka spruce top provides a livelier, brighter, and more balanced sound than some of the war-era LG-2 models that were made with mahogany tops, making it suitable for a broad range of musical genres and playing styles. The smaller physical dimensions of the LG-2 50s Original also make it an outstanding choice that is easier to hold than larger-bodied models for players of smaller stature. It also offers an attractive tonal option to larger-bodied models, making it ideal for adding alternate acoustic tones to a recording. In a nod to the recording and performance needs of today’s guitarists, the LG-2 50s Original also comes factory-equipped with a Baggs™ VTC under-saddle transducer and built-in preamp. The Baggs VTC system features soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls that are quick and convenient for the player to access while remaining all but invisible to the audience. The inclusion of high-quality discreet electronics makes the LG-2 50s Original stage and studio-ready from the moment you take it out of the included Gibson hardshell case, while taking nothing away from its attractive, vintage-inspired character and vibe. Whether you need a great small-bodied “couch guitar,” a live performance partner, or a useful new voicing to add to your arsenal of recording guitars, the LG-2 50s Original is an outstanding choice.

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Highlights

Fondo y aros de caoba maciza
Tapa de abeto de Sitka macizo con refuerzos en X con festoneado tradicional
Mástil de caoba con perfil Historic V
Diapasón de palo de rosa con 20 trastes estándar e inlays de madreperla en forma de coronas de distintos tamaños
Afinadores Grover con clavijas color crema
Baggs VTC
Acabado de laca de nitrocelulosa brillante
Estuche rígido Gibson

Guitar Specifications

Cuerpo

Fondo Caoba

Binding Tres capas en la tapa y una capa en el fondo

Acabado del cuerpo Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Cuerpo Caoba

Forma del cuerpo LG-2

Estilos de cuerpo Small Body

Baretaje Refuerzos en X con festoneado tradicional

Lado Caoba

Tapa Abeto de Sitka

Mastil

Material del diapasón Palo de rosa

Radio del diapasón 304.8mm / 12.0in

Recuento de trastes 20

Trastes Estándar

Incrustaciones Punto de madreperla

Union Unión de cola de milano compuesta del mástil al cuerpo

Material del mastil Caoba

Material de la cejilla Hueso

Ancho de la cejilla 43.82mm / 1.73in

Perfil Historic V

Longitud de la escala 628.65mm / 24.75in

Electrónica

Controles Volumen y tono montados en la boca

Conector de salida Botón de correa de 6,35 mm

Preamplificador L.R. Baggs VTC

Pastilla bajo selleta L.R. Baggs VTC

Hardware

Puentes Rectangular e inclinado de ranura cerrada, palo de rosa

Pins de puente TUSQ

Golpeadores Púa tipo lágrima de concha de tortuga

Material de la selleta Hueso

Botones de correa Jack de botón de correa

Alma Ajustable

Cubierta del alma Color negro con estampado

Revestimiento del afinador Níquel

Clavijeros Afinadores Grover con clavijas color crema

Miscelánea

Estuche Estuche rígido

Model: OCSBLGVS

Incrustación en la pala Logotipo de Epiphone serigrafiado dorado

Fuerza cuerdas .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053

Gibson LG-2 50s Original, Vintage Sunburst

Name: Gibson LG-2 50s Original, Vintage Sunburst
Brand: Gibson
SKU: OCSBLGVS
Price: 2999.00 USD
Availability: InStock