Gibson Acoustic Dove Original Antique Natural
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A Vintage-Flavored "Dove" Designed for Today's Guitarists
With its square-shoulder silhouette and iconic adornments, the Dove fits within the 1960s folk-rock aesthetic. This "Original Antique Natural" version emphasizes traditional lutherie (dovetail neck joint, nitrocellulose finish) while maintaining the reliability expected from a modern instrument, notably thanks to discreet electronics and an immediately familiar feel.
For Whom and Which Styles?
This electro-acoustic is aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking an expressive dreadnought, equally comfortable in accompaniment and more articulated playing. In folk/rock, country, or pop strumming, it fills the space with authority; in fingerpicking, the maple helps maintain tight lows and precise attacks. The LR Baggs VTC facilitates work in rehearsals, studios, and on stage without compromising the acoustic character.
Sound Characteristics
The Sitka spruce top delivers dynamic range, headroom, and a nice response to clear attacks. The curly maple back and sides refocus the low end, highlight present mids, and clear highs, with very clean note separation. The hand-scalloped X bracing promotes a quick response and generous projection, ideal for rhythmic playing. The long 25.5" / 648 mm scale length increases string tension for a more precise treble register and firm sustain, enhanced by the bone nut and bone saddle.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
A set of steel acoustic strings in gauge 12-53 (phosphor bronze) matches the original specified gauges. To protect the nitrocellulose finish and lutherie, a case humidifier is an excellent option, especially in dry environments. A standard-hole strap fits the acoustic strap buttons, and an "acoustic guitar" capo is a practical choice for varying keys.
Technical specifications
| Shape | Square-shoulder "Dove" |
| Top | Sitka spruce |
| Back | Curly maple |
| Sides | Curly maple |
| Bracing | Traditional hand-scalloped X bracing |
| Finish | Nitrocellulose |
| Material | Three-piece maple |
| Profile | Round |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm |
| Fingerboard material | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard radius | 12" / 305 mm |
| Number of frets | 20 |
| Frets | Standard |
| Nut material | Bone |
| Nut width | 1.725" / 43.8 mm |
| Inlays | Mother-of-pearl parallelograms |
| Neck joint | Dovetail |
| Tuners | Grover Keystone |
| Tuner finish | Nickel |
| Bridge | "Dove" |
| Saddle material | Bone |
| Pickguard | "Dove" |
| Truss rod cover | "Dove" |
| Bridge pins | Tusq |
| Under-saddle pickup | LR Baggs VTC |
| Controls | Volume and tone |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Gibson Acoustic Dove Original Antique Natural suitable for folk-rock strumming?
Its Sitka spruce top and hand-scalloped X-bracing provide a quick response and projection suited for rhythmic attack. The figured maple back and sides maintain tight bass with present mids.
What pickup is installed on this electro-acoustic Dove?
The onboard electronics feature an LR Baggs VTC under-saddle pickup with volume and tone controls, allowing amplified use for rehearsal, studio, or stage.
What are the scale length and nut width?
The scale length is 25.5 inches, or 648 mm, and the nut width is 43.8 mm. This setup increases string tension and promotes precision in the trebles.
Which strings should be used on this guitar?
The original string set is 12-53 gauge: 0.012, 0.016, 0.024, 0.032, 0.042, and 0.053. A phosphor bronze acoustic steel string set in this gauge matches the specified requirements.
How to protect the nitrocellulose finish of the Dove?
Using a humidifier placed inside the case is recommended in dry environments to preserve the woodwork and nitrocellulose finish.
