Gibson L-50 1953

Gibson L-50 1953

Gibson vintage arched top guitar "L-50" is now in stock!!
It is characterized by its size similar to the famous archtop jazz guitars ES-175 and L-4, and its sibling model is the L-48.

The L-50 is Gibson's standard archtop model created from 1932 and produced until 1971.
With its simple 16-inch archtop, simple design, and solid acoustic sound, it has become a particularly popular instrument among blues players in recent years.

This individual has a dignified look with weather checks all over it, and the serial number is "Y5318?", so we believe it was made in 1953.

The basic specs of the L-50 are often a mahogany neck with a Jacaranda fingerboard, a relatively lightweight body with a solid spruce top and solid maple sides and back, resulting in a dry sound and a gorgeous high-end resonance.

The neck is also moderately thick, and the string height is set low, making it easy to play like an electric guitar.
Although the frets have been reduced, they are well-fitted and are in good playing condition, allowing you to play them smoothly.

This model has a woody texture that you don't find in other models, and a spacious yet tight sound that gives you the feel of a Gibson.
Although it is relatively inexpensive among vintage guitars of this era, I felt that it was a great value considering the sound quality.

*Some parts such as screws may have been changed.

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[Accessories] Hard case (not genuine)

[Appearance/Condition] Appropriate to the model year, the parts are dull due to aging, there are scratches and dents throughout, there are traces of top crack repair, and the nut has been processed.

[String height] Approximately 1.8mm on the 1st string side and 2.0mm on the 6th string side on 12F

[Truss rod] There is plenty of room

[Frets] Approximately 4~50% (no noticeable valley reduction)

[Neck] Straight

[Nut width] Approx. 42mm
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