1950s Gibson L-50 Archtop Acoustic Guitar. Good Condition 7.0/10.

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Weight: 4.6lbs

Sadly the FON number to confirm the exact year of manufacture is no longer fully visible, however with what does remain of the FON number we think this is likely a 1955 guitar.

A truly incredible player and amazing sound from this example. The guitar has been well played and loved in its long life but is still sporting its original finish, parts, frets and nibs throughout. There is plenty of dings and dents, missing finish etc as you would expect with a guitar of this age. See detailed photos as required.

A classic American archtop from the golden age of guitar making. This example The L-50 is a beautifully understated instrument, combining traditional Gibson craftsmanship with a wonderfully characterful acoustic voice. Jazz, classic folk and folk rock and even indie folk the L-50 can really cover a lot of ground. Think 50s Elvis or Mumford and Sons and this guitar has the tone in spades.

Featuring a carved spruce top, arched maple back and sides, and a comfortable mahogany neck, the L-50 has all the ingredients that made Gibson one of the most respected names in guitar building. Finished in a gorgeous vintage sunburst, with traditional f-holes, elegant body binding and pearl fingerboard inlays, it’s a guitar that looks every bit as good as it sounds.

Tonally, the L-50 delivers that unmistakable archtop character – bright, articulate and wonderfully responsive, with plenty of warmth and woody midrange. There’s a lovely immediacy to the sound, making it particularly well suited to blues, jazz, folk and roots music. Played acoustically, it has a distinctive voice that cuts through beautifully without losing its warmth or character.

The comfortable 24¾-inch scale length and traditional neck profile make for an enjoyable playing experience, while the floating rosewood bridge and trapeze tailpiece complete the classic Gibson aesthetic.

A fantastic opportunity to own a genuine 1950s Gibson. These instruments are increasingly appreciated for their build quality, distinctive tone and timeless good looks. A proper vintage Gibson with bags of character.

Includes soft case as photographed, the original chip-board case has long since disintegrated.

Specification

Make: Gibson

Model: L-50

Year: 1950s

Country of manufacture: USA

Body style: 16-inch archtop, non-cutaway

Top: Carved spruce

Back and sides: Maple

Neck: Mahogany

Fingerboard: Brazilian Rosewood

Fingerboard inlays: Pearl dot inlays

Scale length: 24¾ inches

Nut width: Approximately 1 11/16 inches

Bridge: Floating adjustable rosewood

Tailpiece: Trapeze

Tuners: Vintage-style individual machine heads

Finish: Sunburst

An amazing opportunity to own a golden era Gibson acoustic. Guitar will be well packed and sent fully insured.

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