Gibson J-160E Original Acoustic/Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case - Vintage Sunburst
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Free Setup Included
In addition to the benefits of the Performance Warranty, we offer one complimentary setup with the purchase of a new or used guitar, to be redeemed at any Long & McQuade location within the initial free-warranty period (1-year on new, 90-days on used).
This Includes:
- Restring (Strings not included).
- Tighten and lubricate all hardware.
- Clean and test electronics.
- Replace battery if needed (Battery not included).
- Adjust or rehang loose wiring.
- Clean and condition the fingerboard.
- Fret polish to remove minor scratches, pits and corrosion.
- Cleaning of the entire instrument.
- Adjust truss-rod to correct neck relief.
- Adjust saddle radius to match fingerboard.
- Adjust action at bridge.
- File nut slots for proper string movement.
- Adjust intonation.
- Adjust tremolo bridge setting to player's preference.
- Add/remove trem-springs as needed (Parts not included).
- Adjust pickup balance.
- Full inspection and play test.
Long & McQuade Performance Assurance
Buying a new instrument is an exciting event and we want to ensure that every instrument we sell comes exactly how the manufacturer intended it to be. That is why Long & McQuade performs a quality control check for every stringed, brass, and woodwind instrument over $99 ordered online at Long-McQuade.com.
Our team of experienced staff will unbox your instrument and perform a detailed inspection to ensure it leaves our warehouse looking and playing great with our QC card signed and dated for your peace of mind.
We work hard to source the best instruments from around the world from the finest brands. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your new instrument purchase from day one onwards.
Stringed Instrument Performance Assurance Checklist
Unlike our free set-up, which is included within the first year of purchase, this process is done to have the instrument set to the factory specs rather than to each player's feel or preferences.
We look after the following:
- Inspect finish and hardware.
- Check electronics to make sure everything is in working order. Check batteries on active pickups.
- Inspect strings.
- Inspect frets and fretboard.
- Check truss rod. Adjust for bow and relief.
- Tune instrument to manufacturer's specified tuning.
- Check/set action height.
- Stretch strings and re-tune instrument and ensure machine heads are working well.
- Check for fret buzz by playing every note.
- Check/set intonation.
- Check/set pickup height.
- Cleaning and professional repacking.
Description
The Gibson J-160E is a legendary model, and for many players, it needs no introduction, but for players who may be unfamiliar with its history, it is most closely associated with The Beatles, who used the model extensively, including on their landmark first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show and on many of the recordings from the first half of their career. The J-160E was first introduced in 1954 as the second Gibson acoustic model to feature onboard electronics (after the CF-100E, which was released in 1951), in the form of a coverless P-90 pickup mounted through the top, just below the end of the fretboard. While it has a round shoulder shape similar to the Southern Jumbo and J-45™, it was designed from the beginning as a dual-purpose model that could function both electrically and acoustically, with somewhat more emphasis placed on its electrical performance.
Now, Gibson is very proud to introduce the J-160E Original, a new model based on those vintage classics, enhanced with upgrades and improvements that make it better than ever, in both its acoustic and electric performance. It features a back and sides made from solid mahogany. Instead of the laminated top and ladder bracing used on vintage models, the J-160E Original features a solid Sitka spruce top that is reinforced with our traditional scalloped X-bracing for a full, round shoulder acoustic tone when played unplugged. The mahogany neck has a comfortable and fast-playing SlimTaper™ profile and is attached to the body at the 15th fret using our compound dovetail neck-to-body joint, and like all Gibson acoustic guitars, it is fitted with hot hide glue for maximum resonance and tonal transfer. The bound rosewood fretboard is equipped with 20 standard frets and dressed up with pearloid trapezoid inlays. The belly-up bridge is also rosewood and is equipped with a bone saddle and TUSQ® bridge pins. The nut is also bone, and nickel Gotoh® Keystone tuners ensure fast, accurate, and stable tuning so you can spend more time playing and less time tuning.
Like its vintage predecessors, the J-160E Original is equipped with a pickup, but instead of the P-90 found in previous versions, the J-160 Original features a P-90 DC pickup that is wired to top-mounted master volume and tone controls, both of which feature 60s-style gold Top Hat knobs with silver reflectors, and wired to a side-mounted output jack. The P-90 DC delivers the classic P-90 tone but without the hum, for improved, noise-free electrified performance. A Gibson hardshell case is also included to help keep the J-160E Original safe, whether you're traveling to a gig at the local pub, going to a friend's house for a jam session, or headed out to conquer America. Dont miss this opportunity to own this truly iconic dual-purpose guitar that is now better than ever!
Features
• Mahogany body• Solid sitka spruce top
• Mahogany neck with a SlimTaper profile
• Bound rosewood fretboard with 20 standard frets and pearloid trapezoid inlays
• Nickel Gotoh keystone tuners
• J-160E P-90 DC pickup
• Top-mounted gold top hat with silver reflector volume and tone knobs
• Hardshell case
Specifications
BodyBack: Mahogany
Binding: Multi-ply Top, Single-ply Back and Fretboard
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Shape: J-160
Body Styles: Round Shoulder
Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-bracing
Side: Mahogany
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Neck
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count: 20
Frets: Standard
Inlays: Pearloid Trapezoid
Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body; Hot Hide Glue
Neck Material: Mahogany
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 43.82mm / 1.73in
Profile: SlimTaper
Scale Length: 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electronics
Controls: Top-Mounted Master Volume and Tone
Fingerboard Pickup: J-160E P-90
Output Jack: Side-Mounted 1/4"
Hardware
Bridge: Belly-up, Rosewood
Bridge Pins: TUSQ
Control Knobs: Gold Top Hat with Silver Reflector
Pickguard: Tortoise J-160E
Saddle Material: Bone
Strap Buttons: Cream Endpin
Truss Rod: Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover: 2-ply Black Bell
Tuner Plating: Nickel
Tuning Machines: Gotoh Keystone
Misc
Case: Hardshell
Headstock Inlay: Gibson Logo and Crown in Mother of Pearl
Strings Gauge: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| J-160E Original Acoustic/Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case - Vintage Sunburst | 838277 |
