Gibson Acoustic L-00 Special Satin Vintage Sunburst Modern

An L-00 in the Purest Gibson Tradition, Reinterpreted for Today's Musicians

Introduced in 1932, the L-00 established itself as one of Gibson's most iconic small-body acoustics. This L-00 Special, made in Bozeman (Montana), captures the vintage spirit of the model with a satin nitro finish "Satin Vintage Sunburst," while adding modern electronics to suit both stage and studio use.

For Whom and Which Styles?

Thanks to its compact size and precise attack, the L-00 Special is particularly suitable for beginner to intermediate guitarists seeking a high-end acoustic that is easy to handle, but it will also appeal to seasoned musicians looking for an expressive and "mix-ready" instrument. It excels in fingerpicking, blues, folk, and intimate accompaniment, while remaining comfortable for light strumming.

Sound

The solid Sitka spruce top provides clarity, dynamics, and projection, while the solid mahogany back and sides enhance midrange, warmth, and presence, with naturally tighter lows. The scalloped X bracing promotes a lively response and wide dynamic range, especially appreciated on a small body. The L-00 format produces a focused, nuanced, and well-defined sound, perfect for highlighting fingerstyle details. Plugged in, the L.R. Baggs electronics capture a faithful and usable image, with a quickly accessible volume control.

Technical specifications

Body	solid mahogany	Scale length	24.75" / 628.65 mm
Top	solid Sitka spruce	Hardware	nickel
Body finish	satin nitrocellulose lacquer	Bridge	rectangular rosewood
Binding	single cream purfling on top and neck	Tuners	Grover Mini Rotomatic
Neck material	Utile	Bridge nut	TUSQ
Neck profile	Slim Taper	Bridge pins	TUSQ
Fingerboard	rosewood	Pickup	L.R. Baggs Element Bronze (active piezo under-saddle)
Radius	12" / 304.8 mm	Controls	volume control mounted in the soundhole
Frets	19	Preamp	active
Fingerboard inlays	Mother of Pearl dots	Color	Satin Vintage Sunburst
Nut	TUSQ	Case	Premium soft case