Explanation
Gibson / 1993 Special Edition J-200
Staff Comment: Inoue
"A flame-maple J-200 from the days when the Bozeman factory was just getting on track"
The J-200’s original form, the SJ-200, first appeared in 1938.
A large body, moustache bridge, and pickguard with a teardrop pattern.
As Gibson’s flagship, its appearance remains unchanged to this day.
This is a special edition made in 1993.
In the first half of the 1990s, it was one of the guitars made at the Bozeman (Montana) factory, which Ren Ferguson was leading.
This was made during the period when the factory was beginning to gain recognition, and because of the quality of the materials and the careful craftsmanship, J-200s from this era are now attracting renewed attention.
What catches the eye is the plate on the back of the headstock.
On the black-painted back of the headstock, the words "Montana Special" and the date June 23, 1993 are engraved.
This unique detail indicates that it is a special edition.
The body has a Sitka spruce top, with Eastern flame maple back and sides.
The strikingly prominent grain changes appearance depending on the angle of the light.
The neck is a five-piece construction alternating maple and ebony.
Two black lines run from the head to the heel, and the outer maple pieces also include grain.
It is a guitar with many points worth seeing, even from the back.
The neck width is 44 mm at the nut, and the scale is 645 mm.
There is enough room between the strings, so it does not feel cramped whether played with a pick or fingerstyle.
The sound has a wonderfully clear outline, combining spruce top and maple.
And with the body’s jumbo feel, it has a strong sense of volume.
Even when played forcefully, the sound does not get muddy, making it dependable for backing a singer.
Comes with a hard case.
Please take this opportunity to consider this guitar, full of 1990s Gibson character.
[Specs / Included Case]
TOP : Sitka Spruce
BACK/SIDES : Eastern Flame Maple
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE：Ebony
NECK：Maple/Ebony/Maple/Ebony/Maple 5P
SCALE : 645mm
NUT WIDTH : 44mm
CASE : Hard Shell Case
[Repair/Modification History / Replacement Parts / Cosmetic Condition, etc.]
※ This information is based on what we can confirm in-store for used/vintage items.
Please understand this in advance.
- There are weather checking and playwear/scratches from use, but the guitar appears to have been well cared for.
[Playing Condition]
- String height at the 12th fret: 6th string 2.2 mm, 1st string 1.6 mm
- Saddle protrusion: approx. 1 mm to 1.5 mm
- There is no feeling of choking or buzzing, and the playing condition is good.
※ consignment item
[About Warranty]
Because this is a consignment item, our store warranty is not included.
Of course, after purchase we can still discuss adjustments and repairs, etc. (for a fee) according to your request.
Please note that our mail-order trial service is not available. (No returns)
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