Catalog Search

Enter search term:

Gibson Historic Collection SJ200 Jumbo Acoustic Guitar (with Case)

Found in: 6-String Acoustic Guitars

Price: $3249

The SJ-200 Reissue is an all-time best-seller! With its historic 1950s details, this is the most popular jumbo, known as the "King of the Flat-tops". In today's world, many acoustic guitar manufacturers have chosen to build their instruments more quickly, cheaply, and in greater numbers. Gibson acoustic guitars are made one-at-a-time, by hand. No shortcuts. No substitutions.

Sound:
I would have to say that my Gibsom SJ-200 is one of my favorites. Before I go into the guitars suddelties and nuances, I should preface it by acknowledging that my SJ-200 is a limited edition piece. It is #22 of 46. So this description is given under the probability that all SJ's are pretty much the same. The Maple back & side gives it a deep rich sound but is brighter than a Rosewood dreadnought. One thing I find cool about the SJ-200, is how light it is. It is at least half the weight of my Martin D-41. The sound is soothing for a jumbo. The action is great but I think I had it adjusted after i got it but I can't remember? The one thing to watch out for is humidity control. I've noticed that the humidity affects the sound of the SJ as much as any guitar I have. And I have 33. All acoustic or acoustic/electric. My SJ has the most beautiful Quilted maple you ever see. It is a gorgious piece from top to bottom.

Ease of Use:
Has a great sound but to much humidity dampens it.

Support:
I haven't had any dealings with Gibson. Ever.

Overall:
I'll never get rid of my SJ.

Buy Gibson Historic Collection SJ200 Jumbo Acoustic Guitar (with Case)

May we suggest

Relates Items for Gibson Historic Collection SJ200 Jumbo Acoustic Guitar (with Case)

Martin DM Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar (with Case)

Price: $899

Washburn PS9 Paul Stanley Acoustic Guitar

Price: $219.95

Epiphone Masterbilt EF500M Acoustic Guitar

Price: $499