Gibson Acoustic SJ-200 60s Original Vintage Sunburst

A Legend Born in 1937, Celebrated in the Sixties

Designed in 1937, the SJ-200 established itself as the ultimate reference for acoustic jumbos. The 60s Original edition revives the vintage aesthetics, feel, and period details: central "checkerboard" inlay, generous binding, and nitrocellulose finish faithful to the vintage look. It embodies the most authentic version of the current lineup, designed for fans of classic Gibson tone and timeless style.

Who Is It For and What Styles?

Versatile yet built for the stage and studio, the SJ-200 60s Original suits intermediate to expert guitarists seeking an expressive jumbo. It excels in vocal accompaniment, wide strumming, country, folk, acoustic rock, and dynamic fingerstyle, while remaining inspiring in the studio thanks to its clarity and note sustain.

Sound

The combination of AAA Sitka Spruce / AAA Flamed Maple delivers a quick response, tight lows, articulate mids, and bright highs. The large Super Jumbo body enhances projection and sustain, perfect for cutting through a mix or filling a room effortlessly. The rosewood "Moustache" bridge, paired with bone saddles, optimizes attack and definition. Plugged in, the L.R. Baggs VTC provides a natural, balanced tone with discreet Volume/Tone controls mounted in the soundhole to instantly adapt to the venue's acoustics.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

A 12-53 phosphor bronze steel string set is ideal for this Super Jumbo format to balance power and comfort. Add a 6-string acoustic guitar capo, a quality strap (attachment at endpin/jack and heel), and a case humidifier to stabilize humidity. The included Gibson hard case ensures safe protection during transport.

Technical specifications

Format	SJ-200 (Super Jumbo)	Frets	20
Top	AAA Sitka Spruce, nitrocellulose finish	Inlays	mother-of-pearl "Graduated Crown"
Back/Sides	AAA Flamed Maple, central "checkerboard" inlay	Nut material	bone
Binding	5-ply top, 3-ply back, 1-ply fingerboard	Bridge	SJ-200 60s rosewood, mother-of-pearl hourglass/tear inlays
Pickguard	SJ-200 borderless, iconic patterns	Saddle	bone
Available finish	Vintage Sunburst	Bridge pins	TUSQ
Wood	2-piece maple with walnut reinforcement (stringer)	Tuners	Grover Rotomatic
Profile	Round	Plating	gold
Scale length	25.5" / 648 mm	Undersaddle pickup	L.R. Baggs VTC
Nut width	1.69" / 43 mm	Controls	Volume and Tone mounted in the soundhole
Fingerboard	rosewood	Case	included Gibson hard case