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Condition: Used, Excellent
SP Luthier Notes: All of the frets were polished, recrowned and leveled. The truss rod and bridge were fully adjusted. No further work was required.
This Gibson J-35 30's Faded acoustic guitar is a true gem, perfectly blending vintage vibe with modern playability. Its mahogany back and sides and solid Sitka spruce top create a classic tone that's rich, warm, and wonderfully responsive. The hand-scalloped X-bracing delivers that iconic, booming Gibson dreadnought sound, while the slim, rounded mahogany neck makes it incredibly comfortable to play. This isn't just a guitar; it’s an investment in a legend, crafted to be a road-ready workhorse that will only sound better with time. Whether you’re a touring musician or a discerning collector, this J-35 is a powerful and playful instrument ready to inspire your next song!
- Body Shape
- Round-shoulder dreadnought, often based on the J-45 body style.
- Top
- Solid Sitka spruce.
- Back and Sides
- Solid mahogany.
- Neck
- Mahogany, with a "rounded" or "chunky" profile that is similar to the feel of a vintage Gibson.
- Fingerboard
- Rosewood with mother-of-pearl dot inlays.
- Scale Length
- 24.75 inches.
- Nut
- Bone.
- Nut Width
- Approximately 1.725 inches (43.8 mm).
- Bridge
- Rosewood with a rectangular, closed-slot design.
- Bracing
- Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing.
- Finish
- Thin satin nitrocellulose lacquer, which gives it a "faded" or vintage appearance and allows the wood to resonate more freely.
- Electronics
- LR Baggs VTC (Volume, Tone, and Compression) under-saddle pickup with soundhole-mounted controls.
- Tuners
- Locking Kluson Tuners
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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