{"product_id":"2014-southern-jumbo-tv-banner","title":"2014 Southern Jumbo TV BANNER","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGibson \/ 2014 Southern Jumbo TV BANNER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \"TV\" (True Vintage) refers to models that are reissues of Gibson's flagship models from the 1940s to the 1950s, which Gibson considers its golden age.\u003cbr\u003eThis guitar is a reissue of the Southern Jumbo with a BANNER headstock, originally produced between 1943 and 1945.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Although the Southern Jumbo debuted in 1942 as a higher-end model than the J-45, it wasn’t until around 1955 that it adopted modern specifications (such as the mother-of-pearl modern logo and crown inlays).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"ONLY A GIBSON IS GOOD ENOUGH\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e In addition to the Gibson silkscreen script logo, the headstock features a BANNER design bearing the words “ONLY A GIBSON IS GOOD ENOUGH.”\u003cbr\u003eThis indicates that this model is a reissue of the BANNER headstock specification from 1943 to 1945.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_0748_005d7198-ed4e-4117-a07e-f12c6591368b.jpg?v=1772793270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_0747_ab9115aa-cbdf-4781-a33a-92b3377c4ff6.jpg?v=1772793270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The top is made of red spruce and finished in a two-tone vintage sunburst color.\u003cbr\u003eThe beautiful straight grain of the spruce is clearly visible through the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_0699_5a20d591-0de0-4e97-a707-ddf180c927f2.jpg?v=1772793270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e While the Southern Jumbo from the Banner era featured a small pickguard, this model features a large pickguard.\u003cbr\u003eSince large pickguards were introduced around 1955, the combination of a BANNER headstock with a large pickguard, as seen on this model, is a unique and interesting feature exclusive to the True Vintage series.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_0706_6c387777-d265-4899-a819-7c0b680862bb.jpg?v=1772793270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Mahogany is used for the sides and back.\u003cbr\u003eWhile Southern Jumbos typically feature a black line down the center of the back, this model features only the mahogany grain lines, similar to the J-45.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_0720_4f360b09-f02a-43e4-b204-93f87460a692.jpg?v=1772793270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The fingerboard is made of rosewood and features the double parallelogram inlays that are one of the hallmarks of the Southern Jumbo.\u003cbr\u003eThis decoration is a special inlay found exclusively on higher-end models.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_0746_d7b72cc4-1e58-4e0c-b938-2d634883771b.jpg?v=1772793270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The neck is made of mahogany.\u003cbr\u003eIt has a slim neck profile, providing a comfortable grip.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_0724_8603bc25-cfe3-4158-838b-6c7b7f253700.jpg?v=1772793270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The bridge features an upper belly design and is fitted with a short saddle.\u003cbr\u003eI speculate that the decision to use an upper belly bridge instead of a rectangular bridge—which suits this model with its large pickguard—was influenced by the 1955 Southern Jumbo, which was the first to feature short saddles on the bridge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_0708_1393f5c3-a9fe-4058-8f25-8cf61eb6aee2.jpg?v=1772793270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The tuning machines feature independent Kluson pegs.\u003cbr\u003eThe white buttons add a cool touch to the headstock’s appearance.\u003cbr\u003eAdditionally, a Gibson Custom Shop silkscreen is affixed to the back of the headstock.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_0750_d27ef387-901c-44cd-ac17-18a74507167c.jpg?v=1772793270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Staff Comment: Hoshino]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/CB0339EB-4C34-40C5-B914-B83A1F4BE540_1_201_a_1_5e72ca86-b363-4bd2-8d2e-08a0a50ae789.jpg?v=1772793579\" alt=\"\" width=\"156\" height=\"156\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReissues of the BANNER headstock are highly popular across all models.\u003cbr\u003eWith its understated look and a tone that’s crisp yet somehow full-bodied, this is a guitar that feels great to strum.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Specs\/Included Case]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTOP: Red Spruce\u003cbr\u003eBACK\/SIDES: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD\/BRIDGE: Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eNECK: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eNUT WIDTH: 44mm\u003cbr\u003eSCALE: 627mm\u003cbr\u003eCASE: Original Hard Shell Case\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Repair\/Modification History \/ Replaced Parts \/ Cosmetic Condition, etc.]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Please note that this is a used\/vintage item, and the information provided is based on our inspection.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be aware of this in advance.\u003cbr\u003e- There are some playing marks, scratches, and dents, but the condition is appropriate for its age.\u003cbr\u003e- There is a crack on the lower right of the back of the body that has been repaired with adhesive.\u003cbr\u003e- One bridge pin has been replaced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Playing Condition]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- String height at the 12th fret: 2.3 mm on the 6th string side, 2.1 mm on the 1st string side\u003cbr\u003e- Saddle height: approx. 3.0mm–4.5mm\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/pages\/guide\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/pages\/guide\"\u003e[6-Month Warranty]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Online Shopping Assurance]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince we cannot offer customers the opportunity to try out the instrument when purchasing online, we provide a 6-day trial period after the product arrives.\u003cbr\u003ePlease take your time to try the product at home, and if you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.\u003cbr\u003e*You are responsible for round-trip shipping costs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49464788123885,"sku":"101715","price":495000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/2014-southern-jumbo-tv-banner-4543709.jpg?v=1774961592","url":"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/en\/products\/2014-southern-jumbo-tv-banner","provider":"TC楽器 - TCGAKKI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}