Gibson Acoustic J-55 1939 Faded Vintage Sunburst CS HRC
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The Essentials to Know About the Gibson 1939 J-55 Guitar
- Advanced Jumbo Round-Shoulder Body: a generously sized Gibson acoustic, designed for power and projection.
- Thermally Aged Adirondack Red Spruce Top: quick response, wide dynamics, and a "played-in" character from the very first notes.
- Long 64.7 cm (25.5") Scale Length: firmer tension, well-controlled bass, and excellent attack definition.
- Ebony Fingerboard and Bridge + Wide 44.95 mm (1.77") Nut: premium feel, comfort for fingerstyle playing, and right-hand precision.
A Legendary Gibson Jumbo Revisited by the Custom Shop
At its release, the J-55 was part of Gibson's tradition of round-shoulder acoustics and was among the Jumbo guitars offered in the 1930s. Highly sought after over the decades, the Gibson 1939 J-55 Custom Shop captures this vintage spirit with a selection of premium woods and distinctive details, such as the Moustache bridge and the "firestripe" terraced pickguard.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
This Gibson is primarily aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists who want an acoustic inspired by the golden years, with responsiveness and real presence. It excels in strumming (folk, Americana, acoustic rock) thanks to its volume reserve, yet remains very convincing in fingerstyle due to the wide 44.95 mm (1.77") nut and the clarity provided by the long scale length.
Sound
The thermally aged Adirondack red spruce top delivers a clear attack, lots of headroom (it handles high volume without distortion), and a mature tone from the start. The mahogany body promotes rich, direct mids, with firm bass and clear trebles, helping the guitar stay articulate in a mix. The more generous Advanced Jumbo body contributes to projection and fullness, while the ebony fingerboard and bridge add precision and quick response, ideal for pick attacks as well as finger nuances.
Technical specifications
| Body Shape | Advanced Jumbo | Fingerboard Material | Ebony |
| Body Material | Mahogany | Number of Frets | 19 |
| Top | Thermally Aged Red Spruce | Nut Material | Bone |
| Binding | Single-ply top and back | Inlays | Mother-of-pearl dots |
| Neck | Mahogany | Bridge | Moustache, unbound |
| Profile | AJ Luthier's Choice | Tuners | Open-back cream buttons |
| Scale Length | 64.7 cm (25.5") | Case | Period-correct case |
| Nut Width | 44.95 mm (1.77") | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the Gibson Acoustic J-55 1939 have an Adirondack top?
The top is made of thermally aged Adirondack red spruce. This wood provides a clear attack and significant dynamic range during aggressive playing.
Is this Jumbo suitable for folk strumming and fingerstyle?
The Advanced Jumbo body shape offers breadth and projection for strumming in folk, Americana, or acoustic rock. The 44.95 mm nut width and 64.7 cm scale length also enhance clarity for fingerstyle playing.
What tone does the mahogany body of this J-55 produce?
The mahogany body emphasizes direct mids, firm bass, and clear trebles. This tonal signature helps the guitar maintain definition in a mix.
What are the scale length and nut width?
The scale length is 64.7 cm (25.5 inches), and the bone nut width is 44.95 mm (1.77 inches).
What vintage details are featured on the J-55 1939?
The luthiery includes a Moustache bridge without inlay and a firestripe pickguard with stepped edges. Open-back tuners with cream buttons complete the look. A period-correct case is included.
