Gibson Hummingbird Special Satin Vintage Cherry Sunburst

• Western guitar in square-shoulder dreadnought format
• Solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany body
• Satin Vintage Cherry Sunburst Finish in nitro lacquer finish
• Scalloped X bracing
• Single ply Binding and multi-stripe rosette
• Hummingbird pickguard
• Utile neck with round profile
• Rosewood fingerboard with 20 frets and parallelogram inlays
• 43.8 mm nut width and short 628.6 mm scale length
• Rosewood bridge with compensated inlay
• Nickel-plated Grover Rotomatic tuners
• L. R. Baggs Element Bronze pickup
• Made in the USA
• Premium gig bag included

Solid woods

The guitar develops its powerful sound thanks to a topTop:
The top is the upper part of the guitar body made of solid Sitka spruce and backFloor:
The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument. and sidesFrame:
The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar. made of solid mahogany. This proven combination not only ensures an impressive sound volume, but also a harmonious balance between brilliant highs and warm mids - ideal for versatile use. In addition, the Scalloped X bracingBracing:
Bracing enhances the sound projection by optimizing the vibration characteristics of the top.

Shortened scale length

The exceptional playability of the Hummingbird Special results from its shortened scale lengthScale length:
The scale length refers to the length of the vibrating string of a guitar. It determines the distance between the nut and the bridge and influences the sound and playability of the instrument. of 628.6 mm. The reduced string tension allows chords to be played with less effort, which makes complex fingering patterns easier. This ergonomic design is complemented by a round neck profileNeck profile:
The neck profile refers to the shape of the guitar neck. It can be flat that adapts smoothly to the hand, while a compensated bridge inlaySaddle:
The saddle is a small piece of material that is placed in the bridge of a guitar. It helps to keep the strings at the right height above the fretboard and ensures a clear sound and good playability of the guitar. and Grover Rotomatic tunersTuners:
die-cast tuners ensure precise intonationIntonation:
Intonation refers to the correct tuning of the individual strings of a guitar. Adjusting the scale length ensures that all notes played on a string sound at the correct pitch. and robust tuning.

Pickup system with volume control

The acoustic guitar is equipped with the L. R. Baggs Element Bronze pickup, which ensures authentic and detailed sound transmission. This system captures the natural character of the instrument precisely and reproduces it with nuance. An inconspicuously placed in the sound holeSound hole:
The sound hole is an opening on the front of a guitar. It allows the sound produced by the strings to reach the outside and amplify the sound of the guitar. volume controlVolume control:
The volume control is a knob on the guitar that can be used to adjust the volume of the instrument. If you turn the knob to the right in the sound hole enables flexible volume adjustment, allowing the sound to be optimally tuned to different playing environments. This ensures that the expressive sound of the guitar is retained in every situation.

Classic design

The Gibson Hummingbird Special Satin Vintage Cherry Sunburst combines timeless elegance with iconic design. Its elegant satin Vintage Cherry Sunburst finishFinish:
The term "finish" refers to the outer coating or surface treatment of a guitar. It can be different types of varnish, stain or oil that are applied to the wood to protect it and give it an attractive appearance. gives the top a vintage-inspired look, while the famous Hummingbird pickguardPickguard:
The pickguard is a plate made of plastic or wood that is attached to the front of a guitar. It protects the wood from scratches and serves as a base for striking the strings with a pick. with elaborate embellishments creates an unmistakable look. The design is rounded off by the classic parallelogram inlaysInlays:
inlays on the fingerboardFretboard:
The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches., which not only create visual highlights but also underline the legendary style of this exceptional acoustic guitar.