Gibson SJ-200 Original Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst

The Gibson SJ-200 Original is the legendary King of the Flat-Tops brought right up to date, pairing its huge, unmistakable jumbo voice with the all-new Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system. With a solid Sitka spruce top, figured maple back and sides and Golden Era inspired detailing, this Vintage Sunburst model delivers a commanding acoustic tone and a stage-ready amplified sound that stays true to every nuance of your playing.

Since 1937, the SJ-200 has been the go-to jumbo for artists across country, folk, rock, film and television. Its bold low end, shimmering highs and piano-like balance have shaped countless classic recordings, while its iconic silhouette and ornate appointments make it instantly recognisable under the lights. The SJ-200 Original continues that legacy with premium tonewoods, a comfortable two-piece maple neck and a beautifully finished rosewood fingerboard adorned with mother-of-pearl graduated crown inlays.

Visually, the Vintage Sunburst finish, multi-ply binding and engraved tortoiseshell-coloured pickguard capture the spirit of Gibson’s Golden Era. Gold Gotoh Keystone tuners, a bone nut and the carved four-bar Moustache bridge in rosewood complete the look, while ensuring rock-solid tuning stability and consistent intonation. Every detail has been considered to honour the heritage of this iconic model while keeping it ready for modern performance.

At the heart of this latest SJ-200 is the Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA system. Using dual lightweight sensors mounted to the internal bridge plate and individually voiced preamps, it delivers a rich, natural amplified tone that preserves the guitar’s acoustic character. With soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls, you can shape your sound quickly and discreetly on stage, enjoying impressive gain-before-feedback performance without compromising the guitar’s unplugged resonance.

King of the Flat-Tops Tone

Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and figured maple back and sides, the SJ-200 Original produces the bold, projecting voice that made this model famous. The spruce top offers dynamic responsiveness and clarity, while the maple body adds focus and definition, giving you a powerful yet balanced sound that sits perfectly in a mix whether you are strumming big chords or picking intricate lines.

Vintage-Inspired Looks and Feel

From the gloss nitrocellulose lacquer to the multi-ply body binding and engraved tortoiseshell-coloured SJ-200 pickguard, this guitar is steeped in Gibson’s Golden Era aesthetic. The two-piece maple neck with a Rounded profile feels reassuringly substantial yet comfortable, while the rosewood fingerboard with mother-of-pearl graduated crowns provides a luxurious playing surface and one of the most iconic visual signatures in acoustic guitar history.

Baggs HiFi DNA Pickup System

The Baggs HiFi DNA system is designed to capture the SJ-200’s natural acoustic voice with exceptional realism. Two lightweight sensors on the internal bridge plate feed individually optimised preamps, delivering a rich, detailed amplified sound with impressive resistance to feedback. Soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls keep everything within easy reach, letting you fine-tune your tone on stage without altering the guitar’s classic appearance.

Premium Hardware and Playability

Gold Gotoh Keystone tuners, a bone nut, bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins work together to provide stable tuning, smooth operation and consistent transfer of string energy to the top. The carved four-bar Moustache bridge in rosewood not only looks stunning, it also contributes to the guitar’s sustain and tonal balance. With a 25.5 inch scale length and 20 frets, the SJ-200 Original offers a familiar, responsive feel that suits everything from delicate fingerstyle to hard-driving rhythm work.

• Solid Sitka Spruce Top with Figured Maple Back and Sides - This classic jumbo tonewood pairing delivers a powerful, projecting voice with excellent clarity. The spruce responds dynamically to your touch, while the figured maple adds focus and articulation, helping every chord and melody line cut through in both solo and band settings.
• Baggs HiFi DNA Pickup System - Dual bridge-plate sensors and individually tuned preamps provide a rich, natural amplified sound that closely mirrors the guitar’s acoustic tone. With impressive gain-before-feedback performance and discreet soundhole-mounted controls, it is ideal for live performance and studio work alike.
• Golden Era Inspired Aesthetics - Multi-ply binding, an engraved tortoiseshell-coloured SJ-200 pickguard and the carved four-bar Moustache bridge pay homage to Gibson’s historic designs. Combined with the Vintage Sunburst finish and gloss nitrocellulose lacquer, they give the guitar a timeless, high-end look that stands out on any stage.
• Comfortable Two-Piece Maple Neck with Rosewood Fingerboard - The Rounded neck profile offers a secure, comfortable grip for extended playing sessions, while the rosewood fingerboard and mother-of-pearl graduated crown inlays provide smooth playability and classic Gibson style. A 25.5 inch scale length and 20 frets give you plenty of range for both rhythm and lead work.

Body

• Body Shape: SJ-200
• Top Material: Sitka spruce
• Back Material: Figured maple
• Sides Material: Figured maple
• Body Binding: Multi-ply top, multi-ply back
• Body Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
• Colour: Vintage Sunburst

Neck

• Neck Material: 2-piece maple
• Neck Profile: Round
• Scale Length: 25.5 in / 647.7 mm
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Number of Frets: 20
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.725 in / 43.81 mm
• Inlays: Mother-of-pearl graduated crowns

Hardware

• Bridge: SJ-200 four-bar Moustache
• Bridge Material: Rosewood
• Saddle: Bone
• Bridge Pins: TUSQ
• Tuning Machines: Gotoh Keystone
• Hardware Finish: Gold

Electronics

• Pickup System: Baggs HiFi DNA
• Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone (soundhole mounted)

Case

• Case: Hardshell