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Gibson Custom Shop 1963 Dove Acoustic Guitar in Light Aged Natural
Weight 4.7lbs
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SKU: CSSSDV63DNLA_21475083
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Product Description
The Gibson Custom Shop 1963 Dove Acoustic Guitar in Light Aged Natural is a stunning tribute to one of the most iconic acoustic guitars in music history. Originally introduced in 1962, the Dove has become instantly recognisable and beloved by musicians worldwide, from Tom Petty to Elvis Presley. This faithful recreation captures the essence of the early 1960s model, expertly aged by the artisans at the Murphy Lab to evoke the look, feel, and tonal character of a well-loved vintage instrument.
Featuring a thermally aged Sitka spruce top with traditional scalloped X-bracing, the 1963 Dove delivers the rich, resonant tone of a seasoned vintage guitar. The beautifully flamed maple back and sides finished in Cherry add visual elegance and contribute to the guitar’s bright, full-bodied sound. A mahogany neck with a comfortable round profile and an Indian rosewood fretboard adorned with mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays completes the classic vintage aesthetic. With a longer 25.5” scale length, the Dove offers a distinctive voice that is louder and brighter than its sister model, the Hummingbird, making it perfect for players seeking clarity and presence.
The attention to detail extends to the hardware and appointments, including nickel Kluson Waffleback tuners, a bone nut and saddle, and the signature rosewood bridge with mother-of-pearl dove inlays. The iconic Dove pickguard, decorated with stamped vines, flowers, and a mother-of-pearl dove, adds a touch of artistry that is instantly recognisable. The Light Aged finish and lightly aged hardware simulate decades of gentle playwear, giving this guitar a unique character and vibe that only Gibson Custom and the Murphy Lab can deliver.
Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce Top
The top wood is thermally aged to replicate the tonal qualities of a vintage instrument, offering enhanced resonance, warmth, and a beautifully balanced sound. This treatment also improves the guitar’s stability and responsiveness over time.
Flamed Maple Back and Sides
The flamed maple not only provides a stunning visual appeal but also contributes to the guitar’s bright, clear tone. Finished in a rich Cherry, it complements the spruce top perfectly, giving the Dove its distinctive voice.
Classic Vintage Appointments
From the mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays to the iconic rosewood bridge with dove inlays and the decorative pickguard, every detail has been carefully crafted to honour the original 1963 model, enhancing both playability and aesthetics.
Light Aged Finish by the Murphy Lab
The Light Aged finish simulates decades of gentle use, providing the guitar with a unique vintage character and feel. This finish, combined with lightly aged hardware, gives players an authentic vintage experience right out of the case.
Key Features
- Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce Top - Offers the tonal richness and resonance of a well-seasoned vintage guitar, enhancing sound quality and playability.
- Flamed Maple Back and Sides - Provides a bright, articulate tone with a visually striking Cherry finish that stands out on stage or in the studio.
- Authentic Vintage Hardware - Nickel Kluson Waffleback tuners, bone nut and saddle, and mother-of-pearl inlays ensure reliable performance and classic style.
- Murphy Lab Light Aged Finish - Expertly simulates the look and feel of a vintage instrument, giving your guitar a unique character and an immediate vintage vibe.
Specifications
Body
- Body Shape: Dove
- Top Wood: Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce
- Back Wood: Flamed Maple
- Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing; Hide Glue Fit
- Binding: Multi-ply Top, Multi-ply Back, Single-ply Fretboard
- Finish: Light Aged Natural
Neck
- Neck Wood: Mahogany
- Neck Profile: Round
- Nut Width: 1.687” / 42.85mm
- Fingerboard Wood: Indian Rosewood
- Scale Length: 25.5” / 647.7mm
- Number of Frets: 20
- Fingerboard Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Parallelogram
Hardware
- Bridge: Rosewood with Two Mother-of-Pearl Dove Inlays
- Pickguard: Dove with Stamped Vines and Flowers and Mother-of-Pearl Dove
- Tuners: Kluson Waffleback
- Plating: Nickel
- Nut and Saddle: Bone
Case & SKU
- Case: Period Correct Hardshell with Black Exterior and Gold Interior
- SKU: CSSSDV63DNLA