Gibson Custom SJ-200 Standard, Grizzly Burst

SJ-200 Standard in Grizzly Burst

This Gibson Custom Select SJ-200 Standard in Grizzly Burst has a unique set of features that will stand out in any collection of acoustic guitars. This SJ-200 Standard is a prime example of what is possible through Gibson Custom Select and Made to Measure. These guitars have handpicked features from select tonewoods to custom finishes and hand-selected inlay appointments. This Gibson Custom Select SJ-200 Standard features a bearclaw spruce top, a bound headstock with an inlaid script Gibson logo, a custom Grizzly Burst finish, and many more hand-selected features.

The SJ-200 has been known as the King of the Flat-tops since its introduction in the late-1930s. This jumbo-sized acoustic guitar typically features a spruce top with maple back and sides, although pre-war examples featured rosewood back and sides. Fitted with a Western-themed pickguard, the SJ-200 was adopted by early country singers with other western motifs adorned across the guitar. The long scale length combined with the large body makes for a powerful sound that is perfect for heavy strumming. The SJ-200 Standard is known for its piano-like sound qualities with a wide frequency response from the pronounced low end to the enhanced top end.

Special features on this Gibson Custom Select SJ-200 go from top to bottom. Starting with the body, a bearclaw spruce top with the brand-new Grizzly Burst finish is featured on the body of this jumbo acoustic guitar. Bearclaw spruce is uncommon to find on acoustic guitars as the figured tonewood is rare. Each piece of bearclaw spruce is inherently unique, just like a fingerprint. The Grizzly Burst finish features a water-based stain in combination with sprayed burst edges. This technique highlights the bearclaw spruce in a beautiful fashion while showing off the three-dimensional quality of the figured tonewood. Striped ebony is used on the bridge Moustache bridge as well as the inlay-free fretboard. The headstock is bound and features an inlaid script Gibson logo.

All of these hand-selected features made for a unique SJ-200 Standard. These unique appointments combine modern craftsmanship with classic design features that make for a timeless aesthetic. This SJ-200 Standard will be admired by anyone who has an appreciation for fine artistry. This unique set of features showcases what is possible through Gibson Custom Select and Made to Measure. Included with the guitar is a hardshell case and a Gibson Custom Certificate of Authenticity.