Key Features
- Rock out like the King himself
- Reliable performance and quality sound delivered by LR Baggs VTC pickup system
- Exceptional clarity and resonance produced by the Sitka spruce top and maple body
- Own a piece of music history with authentic Elvis Presley design touches
SOLD Gibson Elvis SJ-200 Acoustic, Ebony Overview
The Gibson Elvis SJ-200 Acoustic pays tribute to Presley's love for music and guitars. Crafted with premium materials and exceptional craftsmanship, the body is made of maple, which provides crisp and articulate tones, while the Sitka spruce top produces bright and clear sounds with excellent projection. With these materials combined, you instrument is infused with an exceptional tonal balance between the low and high frequencies. What's more, the addition of the iconic SJ-200 Moustache bridge, along with the mother of pearl inlays on the fingerboard, adds to the guitar's aesthetic appeal, making it a true work of art.
Each of the tonewoods used to sculpt this model not only contributes to its incredible tonalities but also ensures a dreamy playability. Its solid mahogany neck is shaped with a rounded profile and attached with a compound dovetail joint, ensuring it rests comfortably in the palm of your hand and withstands even the most demanding performances. What takes this Elvis acoustic to the next level is its LR Baggs VTC under-saddle pickup and soundhole-mounted controls, which enable you to amplify the guitar's sound without compromising its natural tone. Get ready to rock and roll all night with the Gibson Elvis SJ-200 Acoustic - an extraordinary guitar that'll have you feeling like the King himself.
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View Full DescriptionBecome the king of the stage
Equipped with an LR Baggs VTC under-saddle pickup, the Elvis SJ-200 offers top-notch electronics that allow for easy amplification and live performances. The pickup system accurately captures the natural tone and dynamics of the acoustic, ensuring that the projected sound is as faithful to the original as possible. With the soundhole-mounted controls, you can easily adjust the volume and tone of their guitar without having to reach for the amplifier. This feature comes in handy during performances or jam sessions where quick adjustments need to be made on the fly. With the Gibson Elvis' electronics, you can always guarantee that your audience hears every nuance of your playing.
Perform like the pro himself
When it comes to the Gibson Elvis SJ-200 Acoustic, its exceptional playability is one of the standout traits that sets it apart from the rest. Its solid mahogany neck, which has been carefully contoured with a rounded shape, fits comfortably in the palm of your hand. With this design, you can perform for hours on end without worrying about fatigue. On top sits an Indian rosewood fingerboard with a twelve-inch radius, making it easy to play complex chords and lead lines without any buzzing or discomfort. Further enhancing the experience is the adjustable truss rod, as it allows you to adjust the neck relief to your preference. When equipped with the Gibson Elvis, you can focus on their your without being distracted by physical discomfort or technical difficulties.
Beautiful natural acoustics
The Elvis SJ-200 is crafted from the finest tonewoods, carefully selected for their unique tonal qualities. The top is sculpted with Sitka spruce, producing bright and clear sounds with excellent projection, while the maple back and sides provide crisp and articulate tones that complement the spruce's brightness. When these two materials combine, you are provided with a beautiful balanced and dynamic sound that is ready to accommodate you through a variety of genres and playing styles.
Topping off this model is an Indian rosewood fingerboard, which further enhances the natural harmonics with its warmth and depth. But it's not just the materials that contribute, the bone nut and saddle ensure that the instrument's characteristics truly shine through your performance by producing rich and full-bodied harmonics with excellent sustain. Discover a premium acoustic experience with unparalleled tonal clarity and richness.
A legend in the music hall of fame
Elvis Presley, also known as The King of Rock and Roll, is an iconic figure in music history. Born in Tupelo, Mississippi in 1935, Elvis was a pioneer who revolutionised the music industry with his unique blend of rockabilly, country, and rhythm and blues. His distinctive voice, gyrating hips, and energetic performances set him apart from other musicians of his time and made him an instant sensation. Throughout his career, Elvis recorded numerous hits such as "Hound Dog", "Jailhouse Rock", and "Heartbreak Hotel" that cemented his status as a legend in the music world.
Beyond his musical talents, Elvis was also known for his good looks, charisma, and charitable work - making him a beloved figure both on and off stage. Even today, decades after his passing in 1977, Elvis continues to be celebrated as one of the greatest and most influential artists of all time. This model, the Gibson Elvis SJ-200 Acoustic is closely associated with Presley, as he famously played a similar model during his career. And when equipped with this exceptional model, you too can rock 'n' roll as much as your heart desires.
Specifications
- Product Code: AMJBE2EB
Body and Bridge
- Top Material: Sitka Spruce
- Body Material: Maple
- Shape: Super Jumbo
- Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Colour: Ebony
- Bridge: SJ-200 Rosewood Moustache
Neck and Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
- Neck Shape: Rounded
- Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail, Hot Hide Glue
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Frets: 20 Standard
- Inlays: Mother of Pearl Graduated Crowns
- Nut: Bone
- Nut Width: 43.81mm
Hardware and Electronics
- Pickup: LR Baggs VTC Under Saddle
- Controls: Sound Hole Mounted
- Output Jack: 1/4" Endpin Jack
- Pickguard: SJ-200 Tortoise
- Hardware: Gold
- Bridge Pins: Tusq
- Saddle Material: Bone
- Tuning Machines: Keystone Waffleback
- Truss Rod: Adjustable
- Truss Rod Cover: Black/White w/ Vertical 'Elvis'
- Strings: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
- Case: Gibson Hardshell
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