Gibson Custom J-180 Everly Brothers Signature Ebony #21074060
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From the Everly Brothers' Heritage to a Reissued Legend
Born from the instruments played by Phil and Don Everly, the J-180 revives the energy of early rock'n'roll. Part of the Custom Shop Artist series, it respects historical codes - Ebony finish in nitrocellulose lacquer, double "moustache" pickguard, mother-of-pearl stars - while benefiting from precise contemporary manufacturing.
Who Is It For and Which Styles?
Designed for intermediate to expert musicians, the J-180 excels in strumming, rhythmic accompaniment, and singing with guitar. Its Jumbo body and short scale length promote comfort, projection, and a soft touch. Perfect for folk, rock, country, and pop, it remains responsive enough for dynamic fingerstyle playing.
Sound
The Sitka spruce top provides dynamic range and definition, while the maple back and sides add brightness, articulation, and the very direct projection typical of Jumbos. The hand-scalloped X bracing maximizes responsiveness and sustain, with prominent mids that naturally cut through the mix. On stage, the L.R. Baggs VTC offers a balanced and faithful signal; volume and tone controls housed in the soundhole allow instant adjustments without compromising aesthetics.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
A set of 12-53 phosphor bronze acoustic strings will preserve the original balance. Add a radius-compatible 12" acoustic capo, a comfortable strap (with headstock attachment if needed), a 1/4" mono jack cable for stage connection, and a case humidifier to stabilize humidity.
Technical specifications
| Body style | Jumbo |
| Body shape | J-180 |
| Body material | Maple |
| Top | Sitka spruce |
| Bracing | Traditional hand-scalloped X bracing |
| Binding | Multi-ply top, single-ply back and fingerboard |
| Finish | Ebony, glossy nitrocellulose lacquer |
| Profile | SlimTaper |
| Scale length | 24.75" / 628.65 mm |
| Neck material | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Indian rosewood |
| Fingerboard radius | 12" / 304.8 mm |
| Number of frets | 20 |
| Frets | Standard |
| Nut | Bone, width 1.725" / 43.815 mm |
| Inlays | Graduated mother-of-pearl stars |
| Joint | Dovetail neck/body joint, hot glued |
| Under-saddle pickup | L.R. Baggs VTC |
| Preamp | L.R. Baggs VTC |
| Controls | Volume and tone mounted in the soundhole |
| Output jack | 1/4" / 6.35 mm |
| Bridge | Belly Up Indian rosewood |
| Bridge saddle | Bone |
| Tuners | Grover Rotomatic with Keystone buttons |
| Pickguards | Double "moustache" J-180 60s style, tortoiseshell imitation |
| Truss rod | Adjustable |
| Truss rod cover | 2-ply black, engraved "EVERLY" |
| Bridge pins | TUSQ |
| String gauge | .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053 |
| Case | Included hard case |
| Accessories | Certificate of authenticity |
| Serial number | 21074060 |
| Weight | 2,240 g |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Gibson Custom J-180 Everly Brothers Signature suitable for stage use?
The L.R. Baggs VTC electronics combine an under-saddle pickup and a preamp, with volume and tone controls accessible through the soundhole. The 6.35 mm jack output allows direct connection to an amplification system.
What sound does the jumbo maple body provide?
The Sitka spruce top and maple body promote a direct projection, with brightness and articulation. The hand-scalloped X bracing supports responsiveness and sustain.
Is the J-180 neck comfortable for strumming?
Its short 24.75-inch (628.65 mm) scale length, SlimTaper profile, and 43.815 mm bone nut deliver a smooth feel, particularly suited for rhythm playing.
What strings come installed from the factory?
The original setup uses gauges .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, and .053, that is a 12-53 set.
What accessories are included with this Everly Brothers guitar?
A hardshell case and a certificate of authenticity are provided. The headstock is equipped with Grover Rotomatic keystone tuning machines, while the bridge pins are made of TUSQ. The glossy nitrocellulose Ebony finish is complemented by double tortoiseshell-style moustache pickguards.
