Explanation
Gibson Custom Shop / 2006 Southern Jumbo
That gritty, powerful sound unique to Gibson, combined with a luxurious look that’s a cut above the rest.
Are you looking for the ultimate guitar that delivers both?
Do you want the rich, mature tone that a new guitar can’t match, but find old vintage models too expensive and worry about maintenance? Are you struggling with this dilemma?
I understand exactly how you feel.
Acoustic guitars are instruments whose sound matures with play, but finding a ready-to-play instrument that delivers a perfect, premium sound right out of the box is by no means easy.
For those of you searching for that ideal instrument, I confidently recommend this 2006 Gibson Custom Shop Southern Jumbo.
The Southern Jumbo was created as the premium model of the legendary J-45.
This Custom Shop instrument is crafted from carefully selected woods—a cut above the standard line—and built with the advanced techniques of skilled luthiers.
Having been in production for approximately 20 years, the wood has thoroughly dried and aged; when strummed with a pick, it produces Gibson’s signature crisp, snappy tone, while fingerpicking yields rich, warm, and deep harmonics.
Its gorgeous appearance—featuring a gleaming crown inlay on the headstock, double parallelogram inlays on the fingerboard, and multi-layer binding—is a major attraction that truly satisfies the desire to own it.
This is truly a top-tier model that’s a pleasure to play and a joy to behold.
In recent years, due to soaring timber prices, pre-owned Custom Shop models crafted during an era when high-quality wood was lavishly used are becoming increasingly scarce on the market.
In particular, Southern Jumbo models from the mid-2000s—when the sound had fully matured—and in excellent condition often find buyers immediately upon arrival.
Naturally, this is the only one of its kind in the world.
Please welcome it as a lifelong companion that will enrich your musical journey.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or for a consultation!
[Specifications/Case Included]
TOP: Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Rosewood
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 43mm
SCALE: 630mm
CASE: Original Hard Shell Case
[Repair/Modification History / Replaced Parts / Cosmetic Condition, etc.]
*As this is a used/vintage item, the information provided is based on our inspection.
Please note this in advance.
While there are some scratches and scuffs from normal use, the condition shows that the guitar has been well cared for.
[Playing Condition]
- String action at the 12th fret: 2.5 mm on the 6th string side, 2.1 mm on the 1st string side
- Saddle projection: approx. 3.0 mm to 4.0 mm
- There are no muffled or buzzing notes; the instrument plays well.
[Mail-Order Assurance Service]
Since we are unable to offer customers the opportunity to try out the instrument when purchasing via mail order, we provide a 6-day trial period after the product arrives.
Please take your time to thoroughly test the product at home, and if you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.
*The customer is responsible for round-trip shipping costs.
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Warranty Information for Used Products
For detailed warranty terms, please see here:
Electric Guitars/Electric Basses/Effectors/Amplifiers (Tuning Warranty: Up to 5 years)
If your instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound after purchase, we will repair it free of charge. The warranty period varies by product.
Acoustic Guitars (Peace of Mind Warranty: Up to 6 months)
For 1 month or 6 months after purchase, we will repair any defects resulting from normal use free of charge.
Wind Instruments (Up to 1 Year)
Upon arrival, we clean the interior of the instrument, replace consumables as needed, and perform any necessary repairs and maintenance. If the instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound due to normal use, we will repair it free of charge.
◯ There is no warranty on junk items.