Gibson L-48 1950, Sunburst

$2,500.00

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Specs


Instrument	Archtop Guitars
Brand	Gibson
Model	L-48
Finish	Sunburst
SKU	GA569-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1950
Top	Mahogany
Back and Sides	Mahogany
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany/Brazilian Rosewood
Bridge Material	Brazilian Rosewood
Tuners	Replacements
Neck Profile	C
Neck Depth	0.905" - 1.002"
Scale Length	24.75"
Nut Width	1.701"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.060"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Y
Electronics	N/A
Case	HSC
Modifications/Repairs	Replaced tuners, added strap pin near neck joint, previous hole on neck heel for strap pin

Description

The 1950s Gibson L-48 is a mid-level archtop acoustic guitar, known for its warm, woody tone and solid craftsmanship. Featuring a fully hollow mahogany body, it delivers a rich, resonant sound ideal for jazz, blues, and fingerstyle playing. The mahogany neck with a Brazilian rosewood fretboard offers smooth playability, while its simple dot inlays and unbound headstock give it a clean, understated look. As an affordable yet well-built archtop from Gibson’s golden era, the L-48 remains a great choice for vintage guitar enthusiasts. Check out the Specs tab for the full list of modifications. Includes a non-original hardshell case.

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