Gibson Acoustic LG-2 All Mahogany Faded Natural Original

Essential Information About the Gibson LG-2 All Mahogany Faded Guitar

• LG-2 Format: a comfortable small-body acoustic with surprisingly generous projection.


• 100% solid mahogany (top, back, sides): warm, round, and very "roots" tonal grain.


• Stage-ready thanks to the L.R. Baggs VTC system (under-saddle pickup + preamp) with discreet controls in the soundhole.


• Vintage look: Faded finish, black "teardrop" pickguard, and Grover Strap tuners for a timeless aesthetic.

A "Banner" Heritage Revisited in All-Mahogany Version

Introduced in 1942 during the so-called "Banner" era, the Gibson LG-2 established itself as a benchmark for small-body acoustics, appreciated for its character and power. The LG-2 All Mahogany Faded draws inspiration from the rare vintage mahogany-top variations born from the constraints of the time, offering a modern interpretation: an entirely solid mahogany construction, a traditional carved X-bracing, and elegant simplicity with a single black binding on the top and back.

For Which Guitarist and Styles?

This Gibson is aimed at intermediate to advanced musicians seeking an expressive acoustic that is easy to handle and immediately inspiring, both at home and live. Its compact format and balance make it an excellent partner for folk, blues, and fingerstyle, as well as for vocal/accompaniment when a present sound is desired without overpowering the mix.

The Sound

The choice of an all solid mahogany construction imparts a recognizable sonic signature: rich mids, a softer attack, and a round low register, with a very musical natural compression feel. The traditional carved X-bracing enhances top responsiveness and projection while maintaining a warm character, ideal for fingerstyle playing and nuanced dynamics. For amplified playing, the L.R. Baggs VTC faithfully captures the punch and grain of the small body, with volume and tone controls accessible in the soundhole to quickly adjust the balance on stage.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The instrument comes with a Gibson hard case included, perfectly suited for daily transport and protection.

Technical specifications

Shape	LG-2	Nut	bone
Material	solid mahogany	Inlays	mother-of-pearl dots
Bracing	traditional carved X-bracing	Bridge	rosewood, slanted rectangular, closed slots
Binding	single black, top and back	Pickguard	black teardrop
Neck	mahogany	Tuners	Grover Strap with cream buttons
Profile	rounded	Finish	nickel
Nut width	43.815 mm / 1.73"	Under-saddle pickup	L.R. Baggs VTC
Fingerboard	rosewood	Controls	volume and tone mounted in the soundhole
Scale length	628.65 mm / 24.75"	Preamp	L.R. Baggs VTC
Number of frets	20	Case	Gibson hard case included