Gibson J-200

1959

Not all J-200s are created equal — and this one stands head and shoulders above the rest.

This is a true player’s guitar: an instrument that has seen years of real use, not one that lived its life in a case. The finish shows honest, natural wear throughout — far from the artificial relic’ing found on some modern models. It has character, soul, and a sound to match.

A professionally repaired side crack (likely from an accident around the formerly installed jack) and a small internal cleat speak to its working history. The neck has been reset and the angle is perfect — playability is top-notch. The fingerboard shows visible wear that’s been filled — a testament to how much this guitar has been loved and played.

Sound-wise, it’s everything you’d want from a vintage J-200: incredibly open, with deep, tight lows that projects loud and clear without ever becoming muddy. It has that signature aged Gibson tone, complete with a touch of natural compression that only comes with these vintage instruments.

If you’re looking for a vintage J-200 that truly delivers — with no need to baby it — this is your chance. Inspiring, soulful, and ready for the stage or studio.

Includes a non-original hardshell case.