100th Anniversary Custom SJ-200

 

Other Custom Models of the SJ-200

Gibson J-200 Celebrity '85 #8210558

 Released to commemorate the company’s 90th anniversary, this is a limited edition of 90 guitars. Featuring a mahogany neck and Indian rosewood sides and back, it produces a truly magnificent, rich, and full-bodied sound. Its tight, focused tone offers a distinct character compared to the maple version.Furthermore, details such as the cursive logo on the headstock reminiscent of the pre-war era and the traditional-style position marks Recruit make this a specification worthy of the title "Anniversary Model," which is sure to appeal to enthusiasts. Incidentally, this model was a favorite of Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour and was used during the “Division Bell Tour.”

【Model Specifications】  
Body Style: Super Jumbo
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides: Solid Indian Rosewood
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Rosewood, 20 frets
Scale Length & Nut Width: Approx. 645.0 mm & Approx. 42.0 mm
Fingerboard Inlays: Abalone Vine
Bridge: Ebony, Moustache
Bridge Inlay: Two Abalone Bars
Bridge Pins: Ebony with Pearl Inlays
Tuners: Gibson Gold (Change)
Pickguard: Original
Other Inlays: Abalone Flower Pot Headstock
Finish: Natural

Gibson J-200 "Sparkle Sunburst" '91 #19910006

A 1991 Custom Shop "Jumbo 200" that is clearly a special item, as evidenced by its serial number starting with "1991~." This deluxe version features a flower vine design meticulously crafted down to the finest details, blooming from the pickguard to the fingerboard and all the way to the headstock.The gold sparkle finish, infused with gold dust and applied to the body purfling, the centerline on the back, the soundhole, both sides of the fingerboard, and around the headstock, exudes an overwhelming sense of individuality and luxury. This piece can be seen as a precursor to the 100th Anniversary Edition released later, which featured extensive use of sparkle decorations. It delivers a superb sound where the clarity unique to maple and the deep reverb characteristic of the Jumbo are beautifully harmonized.

【Model Specifications】  
Body Style: Super Jumbo
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides: Solid Curly Maple
Neck: Flamed Maple
Fingerboard: Ebony, 20 frets
Scale Length & Nut Width: 25-1/2" (647.7 mm) & 1.725" (43.8 mm)
Fingerboard Inlays: Abalone Vine
Bridge: Ebony, Moustache
Bridge Inlay: Four Abalone Bars & 2 Dots
Bridge Pins: Ebony with Abalone
Tuners: Original Deluxe Gold
Pickguard: Abalone Inlay
Other Inlays: Hand-Engraved Neck Heel
Finish: Sunburst

Gibson J-200 Vine '06 #01936001

A Custom Shop model named "Vine," referring to the climbing plant. Since it appears in the catalog, it can be considered one of the more well-known Custom Shop models. True to its name, this deluxe version features gorgeous, lustrous abalone vine inlays on the fingerboard.Avalon inlays are also applied around the soundhole, on the body purfling, and on the bridge, while the pickguard is lavishly decorated with hand-carved vine motifs. The engravings on the wavy gold tuning machine buttons exude a subtle sense of luxury. This is a masterpiece that produces a bright, clear sound from the finest curly maple.You can also enjoy a line-level sound by installing an L.R. Baggs pickup.

【Model Specifications】  
Body Style: Super Jumbo
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides: Solid Eastern Curly Maple
Neck: Flamed Maple
Fingerboard: Ebony, 20 frets
Scale Length & Nut Width: 25-1/2" (647.7 mm) & 1.725" (43.8 mm)
Fingerboard Inlays: Abalone Vine
Bridge: Ebony, Moustache
Bridge Inlay: Four Abalone Bars & 2 Dots
Bridge Pins: White with Abalone Inlays
Tuners: Engraved Gold Waverly
Pickguard: Hand-Engraved Vine
Other Inlays: Abalone Body Trim
Finish: Vintage Sunburst

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