Gibson L-00 Standard Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case)

Gibson L-00 Standard Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Vintage Sunburst, with Baggs HiFi DNA system, Right-Handed, Main

Gibson L-00 Standard Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Vintage Sunburst, with Baggs HiFi DNA system, Right-Handed, Action Position Back

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The Gibson L-00 Standard Acoustic calls back to the 1930s when the L-00 body style was the standard, and captures the heritage of those early models.

What's special about this item?

Feature:	What it does:
Sitka spruce top	Projects rich, crisp and responsive tone
Mahogany back and sides	Dry and airy tone; clear, present midrange
Rosewood fretboard	Open, warm tone and smooth playing feel
Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners	14:1 gear ratio, precise tuning, elegant looks

Overview

First introduced in 1932, the Gibson L-00 helped shape the voice of Depression-era blues and remains one of the company's most celebrated small-body acoustics. Well suited for fingerstyle techniques, folk music, and beyond, the L-00 Standard honors the legacy of those early instruments while incorporating the Gibson-exclusive, custom-voiced Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system. Designed to deliver a natural amplified sound, the system preserves the guitar's individual sonic personality while accurately conveying every detail of a player's performance. Despite its compact dimensions, the L-00 Standard offers remarkable projection and balance that rival many larger-bodied acoustic guitars.

Among its earliest champions were influential Delta blues musicians such as Robert Johnson. Today, nearly a century after its debut, the L-00 continues to inspire a new generation of artists, including Olivia Rodrigo. Its compact parlor-style body provides a comfortable playing experience and a smaller footprint than a dreadnought model like the J-45. A narrower waist helps produce a focused, articulate voice with controlled low-end response, making it easy to place in a mix. The guitar's quick response makes it a natural choice for fingerstyle and blues players while remaining adaptable across a wide variety of musical styles.

The L-00 Standard features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with solid mahogany back and sides. Traditional scalloped X-bracing helps maximize resonance while contributing to… read more the instrument's balanced tonal character and broad dynamic range. Single-ply binding accents the top and back, while the hand-sprayed Vintage Sunburst nitrocellulose lacquer finish gives the guitar the timeless look associated with classic Gibson acoustics.

Its mahogany neck is carved to Gibson's comfortable SlimTaper profile and topped with a rosewood fretboard featuring a 12-inch radius, 19 standard frets, and mother-of-pearl dot inlays. A closed-slot rectangular rosewood bridge is fitted with a TUSQ saddle and bridge pins, while Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners provide reliable tuning stability and smooth, precise adjustment. A traditional L-00 pickguard completes the model's iconic appearance.

The L-00 Standard is equipped with the Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system. This active electronics package utilizes two lightweight sensors mounted to the internal bridge plate, each paired with its own optimized preamp. The result is a rich, natural amplified acoustic tone that faithfully reflects the instrument's unique character without affecting its unplugged sound. The Baggs HiFi DNA system also delivers gain-before-feedback performance comparable to that of an under-saddle pickup.

Convenient soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls provide quick access to adjustments during a performance while remaining virtually invisible to the audience. Comfortable, expressive, and easy to play, the L-00 Standard continues the tradition of Gibson's iconic small-body acoustic design. Ready for both stage and studio applications, it ships in a hardshell case.

Features:

- Compact L-00 body offers exceptional comfort with impressive projection and tonal balance
- Sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides delivers articulate, versatile acoustic tone
- Hand-scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance, sustain, and dynamic response
- SlimTaper mahogany neck and 24.75" scale length provide smooth, comfortable playability
- Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system captures natural acoustic tone with excellent feedback resistance
- Classic appointments include rosewood fingerboard, mother-of-pearl dot inlays, and Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners
- Includes a Gibson hardshell case for reliable protection and transport

Specs

Family/Model:: L-00 Standard
Series:: Modern
Trans/Solid Finish:: Trans
Color Name:: Vintage Sunburst
Binding:: Single-ply top, single-ply back
Top Material:: Sitka spruce
Sides Material:: Mahogany
Back Material:: Mahogany
Body Finish:: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
Body Shape:: L-00
Body Style:: Small Body
Bracing:: Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing
Fingerboard Material:: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius:: 12 in. | 304.8 mm
Fret Count:: 19
Frets:: Standard
Inlays:: Mother-of-pearl dots
Neck Material:: Mahogany
Nut Material:: TUSQ
Profile:: SlimTaper
Scale Length:: 24.75 in. | 628.65 mm
Pickup System:: Baggs HiFi DNA
Controls:: Volume and Tone controls in soundhole
Output Jack:: 1/4" endpin jack
Bridge:: Rectangle, closed slot
Bridge Pins:: TUSQ
Pickguard:: L-00
Saddle Material:: TUSQ
Truss Rod Cover:: Black and White
Tuner Plating:: Nickel
Tuning Machines:: Mini Grover Rotomatic
Case:: Hardshell Case Included

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging

Vintage Sunburst, with Baggs HiFi DNA system, Right-Handed

Shipping Weight: 24 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 44 x 18 x 14 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MCSBL0HFVS

Vintage Sunburst, with Baggs VTC system, Right-Handed

Shipping Weight: 24 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 49 x 21 x 8 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): LSL0VSN19

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