Gibson L00 Sunburst 1939

The Gibson L00 was introduced in 1929, but did not appear in the catalogue until 1932. The L00 model was a great success during the Great Depression thanks to its low price tag and great sound.

The Gibson L00 was introduced in 1929, but did not appear in the catalogue until 1932. The L00 model was a great success during the Great Depression thanks to its low price tag and great sound. The L00 is one of Gibson's most desirable small acoustic guitars, and therefore a true 'players' guitar. The L00 has typical understated Gibson features, such as a mahogany back and sides, and a sunburst-finished spruce top topped with a firestripe pickguard. The mahogany neck has a solid V-profile and features a rosewood fingerboard.

Built in 1939, this L00 has been played a lot since then and can probably tell many wonderful stories about the pubs and venues it has seen. This Gibson L00 has had a refinish, and the guitar is still in very good condition despite its scars. The back and sides of the body have a few repaired cracks. The side also has a narrow spot near the strap button, and two top braces have been re-glued.

Furthermore, it has had a neck reset and refret and still carries the original stamped Kluson 3-on-a-plate tuning machines. There are some worn spots in the fingerboard from the first to the fifth fret, but they have been filled. This pre-war Gibson has an impressive low end, a raw and rich middle and a somewhat muted high. It has that raw blues sound these guitars are known for!

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