Gibson SJ-200 Original Electro Acoustic Guitar in Antique Natural

The Gibson Montana SJ-200 Original Electro-Acoustic in Antique Natural is a true icon, renowned worldwide as the "King of the Flat-Tops." Since its debut in 1937, the SJ-200 has been a favourite among American artists and remains one of the most widely played acoustic guitars of all time. This Super Jumbo model combines legendary craftsmanship with stunning aesthetics, featuring a carved four bar Moustache bridge, an engraved tortoise pickguard, and mother-of-pearl crown inlays on both the fretboard and headstock. With exquisite flamed maple back and sides paired with a Sitka spruce top, this guitar delivers a rich, vibrant tone that is as beautiful to hear as it is to behold.

Designed with traditional hand scalloped X-bracing and a compound dovetail neck joint, the SJ-200 Original offers exceptional resonance and sustain. The 2-piece maple neck with a rounded profile and rosewood fingerboard ensures comfortable playability, while the LR Baggs VTC under saddle pickup system provides natural amplified tone for live performances or recording. Finished in a glossy nitrocellulose lacquer, this guitar not only sounds incredible but also boasts an elegant, vintage-inspired appearance that honours its American heritage.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or an enthusiastic collector, the Gibson Montana SJ-200 Original Electro-Acoustic is a statement instrument that delivers unmatched tonal depth, playability, and style. Its combination of premium tonewoods, meticulous craftsmanship, and thoughtful appointments make it an investment in both sound and tradition.

Carved Four Bar Moustache Bridge

The distinctive four bar Moustache bridge is not only a visual hallmark but also contributes to the guitar’s exceptional tonal transfer and sustain. Crafted with precision, it enhances the instrument’s rich, balanced voice, making every note sing with clarity and warmth.

Exquisite Tonewoods

Featuring flamed maple back and sides alongside a Sitka spruce top, this guitar offers a bright, articulate sound with a full-bodied low end. The tonewoods are carefully selected and finished with a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer to preserve their natural resonance and beauty.

Premium Playability

The rounded 2-piece maple neck and rosewood fingerboard with mother-of-pearl graduated crown inlays provide a comfortable playing experience. The compound dovetail neck joint ensures stability and enhances sustain, making it ideal for both fingerstyle and strumming techniques.

LR Baggs VTC Pickup System

Equipped with the LR Baggs VTC under saddle pickup, the SJ-200 Original delivers a natural, amplified tone that faithfully reproduces the guitar’s acoustic character. Volume and tone controls allow for easy sound shaping during live performances or recording sessions.

• Super Jumbo Body Shape - The iconic SJ-200 body offers a powerful, resonant sound with exceptional projection and presence, perfect for a wide range of musical styles.
• Flamed Maple Back and Sides - These visually stunning tonewoods provide bright, articulate highs and strong, balanced lows, enhancing the guitar’s dynamic range.
• Mother-of-Pearl Crown Inlays - Elegant and classic, the inlays add a touch of sophistication while aiding in precise fretboard navigation.
• Gotoh Keystone Gold Tuners - Reliable and smooth tuning machines ensure stable tuning and add a luxurious aesthetic to the headstock.

Body

• Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
• Back Wood: Flamed Maple
• Side Wood: Flamed Maple
• Body Shape: SJ-200 Super Jumbo
• Bracing: Traditional Hand Scalloped X-Bracing
• Binding: Multi-ply Top and Back
• Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck

• Neck Wood: 2-Piece Maple
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 304.8mm / 12.0in
• Fret Count: 20 Standard Frets
• Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Graduated Crowns
• Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 43.81mm / 1.72in
• Profile: Rounded
• Scale Length: 647.7mm / 25.5in

Hardware

• Bridge: SJ-200 Four Bar Moustache
• Bridge Pins: Tusq
• Saddle Material: Bone
• Pickguard: Engraved Tortoise SJ-200 No Border
• Tuning Machines: Gotoh Keystone Gold
• Truss Rod Cover: Black with Wide White

Electronics

• Pickup: LR Baggs VTC Under Saddle
• Controls: Volume and Tone

Miscellaneous

• Strings Gauge: 0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012
• Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit
• Case: Hardshell Case
• Model: OCJB20AN