Since 1894, Gibson has been making electric and acoustic guitars, archtop guitars, mandolins/banjos, and other musical instruments that everyone knows today.
The Jumbo 55 (J-55) is one of the most popular flat-top guitars in the Gibson Jumbo series.
The first guitar in the series was the GIBSON JUMBO, which was introduced in 1934. The specs of spruce top, mahogany side and back, 14-fret joint, and round shoulder body were carried over to the JUMBO-35 (J-35), and the Gibson Jumbo 55 (J-55) was released in 1939 as its upper model.
The production period of this rare instrument was only from 1939 to 1943 (the period was a time of confusion and upheaval, including the Great Depression that began in 1929 and the World War that followed while the effects of the depression were still felt).
As a round-shoulder model, it can be said to be connected to the appearance of the J-45 and the Southern Jumbo.
And this one was made in 1941. It is characterized by specification changes from the previous period, such as bad wing bridge, slot saddle, and tapered head. The shape seems to be closer to the J-45 that appeared the following year.
The neck is thick and comfortable to hold. The powerful, fat, dry sound is pleasantly resonant. This model is historically rare, but also sounds great as a working acoustic guitar.
[Specs/included case]. TOP: Spruce BACK/SIDES: Mahogany SIDES: Mahogany NECK: Mahogany FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Rosewood NUT WIDTH : 43mm SCALE : 632mm CASE : Non Original Hard Shell Case
[Condition / Changes] - The neck is in straight condition with no chattering or clogging issues. - String height on the 12th fret: 2.5mm on the 6th string side, 2.0mm on the 1st string side. - Saddle protrusion: approx. 3~4.5mm -Crack repair/reinforcement (lower right side of body top, lower bridge, upper right side of sound hole) -The pegs are hard to turn and have uneven torque, but there is no problem in use. There is a history of neck reset/neck over-lacquer. -There are some retouch marks on the head. -Nut/saddle/bridge pin/endpin replaced.
[5 year adjustment warranty included].
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1 Year Warranty (Standard) The product has been polished from the time of arrival, checked for any malfunctions, and repaired or adjusted as necessary. It is in good condition for normal use. Depending on the desired setting, there may be a charge for this service.
5-year warranty (Premium) We repair/adjust about 2,000 instruments per year.TCGAKKITC-TUNE, our repair department, repairs and adjusts about 2,000 instruments per year. If you have been using your instrument for a long time, but recently you feel that it is difficult to play, we will adjust it for you free of charge. We are also happy to consult with you about adjustments to suit your playing style. If you require special skills, we will charge you for the service.
