Gibson Hummingbird Original Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case)
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Familiar in both sight and sound, the iconic Hummingbird continues to inspire players everywhere. Baggs electronics modernize this classic model.
What's special about this item?
| Feature: | What it does: |
|---|---|
| Mahogany back and sides | Dry and airy tone; clear, present midrange |
| Mahogany neck | Great sustain, strength, and warm tone |
| Rosewood fretboard | Open, warm tone and smooth playing feel |
| Sitka spruce top | Projects rich, crisp and responsive tone |
Overview
Introduced in 1960 as Gibson's first square-shoulder acoustic, the instantly recognizable Hummingbird has grown into one of the world's most beloved acoustic guitars, favored by generations of players spanning countless musical styles. The Hummingbird Original combines the model's celebrated vintage-inspired design elements with modern Gibson craftsmanship and features the Gibson-exclusive, custom-voiced Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system, delivering amplified acoustic tone that faithfully reflects the instrument's unique voice and the subtleties of every performance.
Built with a square-shoulder body, the Hummingbird Original pairs a Sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides. Scalloped X-bracing helps shape its dynamic response, while multi-ply binding accents the body. This time-honored tonewood combination provides the versatility that has defined the Hummingbird for decades, excelling whether strumming open-position chords or articulating melodic lead passages. A gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish completes the look, highlighting the guitar's legendary silhouette and unmistakable visual appeal.
The mahogany neck is attached using a compound dovetail neck-to-body joint and is carved to a comfortable Rounded profile. A rosewood fretboard with a 12-inch radius, 20 standard frets, and mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays offers a classic playing experience. The headstock is fitted with Gotoh Keystone tuners and a bone nut, while the traditional Hummingbird truss rod cover and… read more double antiqued binding further reinforce the instrument's vintage character.
A traditional belly-up rosewood bridge anchors the strings and is equipped with a bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins. The famous Hummingbird pickguard remains one of the guitar's defining visual elements, contributing to the instantly recognizable look that musicians and fans around the globe have come to associate with the model.
The Hummingbird Original comes outfitted with the Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system. This active design incorporates two lightweight sensors mounted to the internal bridge plate, paired with individually optimized preamps to produce rich, natural amplified acoustic sound. The system preserves the instrument's unplugged tonal character while providing exceptional amplified performance and gain-before-feedback performance comparable to traditional under-saddle pickups. Discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls allow for quick adjustments during performance while remaining virtually unseen by the audience.
Combining vintage-inspired appointments, the renowned versatility of its square-shoulder design, and natural-sounding onboard electronics, the Hummingbird Original continues the legacy that has made it a favorite among players since 1960. Ready for both stage and studio use, it ships in a hardshell case.
- Hand-scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance, sustain, and dynamic response
- Square-shoulder dreadnought body offers the classic Hummingbird sound and versatility
- Rounded mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard provides comfortable, classic playability
- Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system delivers natural amplified tone with excellent feedback resistance
- Premium appointments include parallelogram inlays, antiqued multi-ply binding, and gold Gotoh Keystone tuners
- Includes a hardshell case and the iconic Hummingbird pickguard for classic Gibson style and protection
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Built with a square-shoulder body, the Hummingbird Original pairs a Sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides. Scalloped X-bracing helps shape its dynamic response, while multi-ply binding accents the body. This time-honored tonewood combination provides the versatility that has defined the Hummingbird for decades, excelling whether strumming open-position chords or articulating melodic lead passages. A gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish completes the look, highlighting the guitar's legendary silhouette and unmistakable visual appeal.
The mahogany neck is attached using a compound dovetail neck-to-body joint and is carved to a comfortable Rounded profile. A rosewood fretboard with a 12-inch radius, 20 standard frets, and mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays offers a classic playing experience. The headstock is fitted with Gotoh Keystone tuners and a bone nut, while the traditional Hummingbird truss rod cover and… read more double antiqued binding further reinforce the instrument's vintage character.
A traditional belly-up rosewood bridge anchors the strings and is equipped with a bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins. The famous Hummingbird pickguard remains one of the guitar's defining visual elements, contributing to the instantly recognizable look that musicians and fans around the globe have come to associate with the model.
The Hummingbird Original comes outfitted with the Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system. This active design incorporates two lightweight sensors mounted to the internal bridge plate, paired with individually optimized preamps to produce rich, natural amplified acoustic sound. The system preserves the instrument's unplugged tonal character while providing exceptional amplified performance and gain-before-feedback performance comparable to traditional under-saddle pickups. Discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls allow for quick adjustments during performance while remaining virtually unseen by the audience.
Combining vintage-inspired appointments, the renowned versatility of its square-shoulder design, and natural-sounding onboard electronics, the Hummingbird Original continues the legacy that has made it a favorite among players since 1960. Ready for both stage and studio use, it ships in a hardshell case.
Features:
- Solid Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides deliver warm, balanced tone with strong projection- Hand-scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance, sustain, and dynamic response
- Square-shoulder dreadnought body offers the classic Hummingbird sound and versatility
- Rounded mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard provides comfortable, classic playability
- Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system delivers natural amplified tone with excellent feedback resistance
- Premium appointments include parallelogram inlays, antiqued multi-ply binding, and gold Gotoh Keystone tuners
- Includes a hardshell case and the iconic Hummingbird pickguard for classic Gibson style and protection
Specs
- Family/Model:
- Hummingbird Original
- Series:
- Original
- Binding:
- Multi-ply top, multi-ply back
- Top Material:
- Sitka spruce
- Sides Material:
- Mahogany
- Back Material:
- Mahogany
- Body Finish:
- Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
- Body Shape:
- Hummingbird
- Body Style:
- Square Shoulder
- Bracing:
- Traditional hand scalloped X-bracing
- Fingerboard Material:
- Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius:
- 12 in. | 304.8 mm
- Fret Count:
- 20
- Frets:
- Standard
- Inlays:
- Mother-of-pearl Parallelograms
- Joint:
- Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body
- Neck Material:
- Mahogany
- Nut Material:
- Bone
- Nut Width:
- 1.72 in. | 43.81 mm
- Profile:
- Rounded
- Scale Length:
- 24.75 in. | 628.65 mm
- Pickup System:
- Baggs HiFi DNA
- Controls:
- Volume and Tone controls
- Bridge:
- Traditional belly up
- Bridge Pins:
- TUSQ
- Pickguard:
- .060" Hummingbird
- Saddle Material:
- Bone
- Truss Rod Cover:
- Hummingbird
- Tuner Plating:
- Gold
- Tuning Machines:
- Gotoh Keystone
- Case:
- Hardshell Case Included
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Heritage Cherry Sunburst, with Baggs HiFi DNA system, Right-Handed
- Shipping Weight: 22.3 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 50 x 20 x 8 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): OCSSHBHFHCS
Heritage Cherry Sunburst, with Baggs HiFi DNA system, Left-Handed
- Shipping Weight: 24 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 44 x 18 x 14 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): OCSSHBHFHCSL
Antique Natural, with Baggs VTC system, Right-Handed
- Shipping Weight: 24 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 46 x 20 x 7 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): OCSSHBAN
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-444-2766
Email: service@gibson.com
Web: https://www.gibson.com/pages/contact-support
Phone: 800-444-2766
Email: service@gibson.com
Web: https://www.gibson.com/pages/contact-support
Heritage Cherry Sunburst, with Baggs HiFi DNA system, Right-Handed
$3,999.00
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