The Hummingbird Custom Koa Soars Like No Other!
The Gibson Hummingbird Custom acoustic guitar will have you torn between displaying this gorgeous instrument as art and keeping it in your hands for nonstop acoustic enjoyment. This jaw-dropping acoustic guitar's design detail and aesthetic presentation are absolutely next level. The Hummingbird Custom features a solid AAA sitka spruce top paired with solid koa back and sides for a tonal blending that's out of this world. You've never quite heard such a rich balance and blend of punchy treble and midrange held together by a meaty, expressive low end. And with a classic dreadnought body, the Hummingbird Custom delivers big volume and impressive projection. In addition, a gorgeous mahogany neck and an ebony fingerboard with rolled edges are comfortable and responsive — ideal for flatpicking and fingerpicking.
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Dressed-up dreadnought style
As Gibson's first square-shoulder body shape, the Hummingbird brought a subtle new body style and a bold new look to the company's dreadnought family in 1960. To celebrate this milestone acoustic, Gibson has adorned the Hummingbird Custom with handcrafted hummingbird inlays made from genuine abalone and mother-of-pearl all over the body and neck. A stunning double-ring rosette with an abalone-filled middle sits next to the classic tortoiseshell pickguard that's engraved with hummingbirds and blossoms.
Hand-scalloped top bracing delivers exceptional tone
Another feature of the Hummingbird Custom is Gibson's weight-relieved hand-scalloped top bracing. This bracing provides strength while allowing the top to vibrate with a piston-like action, which is another one of Gibson's secrets to exceptional tone. For over 100 years, Gibson artisans have known the truth that the top of an instrument is not just a vibrating wall. Gibson carefully scallops and arches each top brace to focus the sound to the center of the guitar top. This technique is one of the reasons why artists, sound engineers, and listeners — including many here at Sweetwater — have heralded the sound of a Gibson as one of the world's finest instruments.
Nitrocellulose lacquer finish for sound that improves with age
Gibson Montana uses a nitrocellulose lacquer finish on all their acoustics for a reason. The lacquer finish is thinner than polyurethane, which allows the wood to vibrate more freely for better tone and projection. Thanks to the lacquer finish, as your Hummingbird Custom ages, its sound actually improves — just like the great violins of the 18th century. The Hummingbird Custom is at once a collector's dream, a working musician's axe, and a treasured family heirloom.
Classic Gibson craftsmanship: impeccable sound, looks, and playability
Gibson's reputation as a fine guitar builder dates back to the late 1800s. Handcrafted since day one by some of the most skilled luthiers, Gibson acoustic guitars have inspired countless players around the world. When you pick up a Gibson acoustic, you know you're getting the finest tonewoods, quality hardware, and incredible attention to detail. These instruments are built to sound great and stand the test of time. After moving from Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Nashville, Tennessee (where Gibson electric guitars continue to be made), Gibson finally settled their acoustic operation in Bozeman, Montana, where they continue to produce some of the finest guitars on the planet.
Gibson Hummingbird Custom Acoustic Guitar Features:
- Classic acoustic guitar built for today's player
- Sitka spruce top for clear tone and powerful projection
- Solid koa back and sides for warm, round sound
- Square-shoulder body offers a versatile tone
- Detailed design and jaw-dropping aesthetic touches
- Rolled fretboard edges give you a comfortable playing experience
- Weight-relieved hand-scalloped top bracing provides strength and enhanced vibration on the guitar's top
- Stunning double-ring rosette with an abalone-filled middle sits next to classic tortoiseshell pickguard that's engraved with hummingbirds and blossoms
