Gibson Custom Shop Keb’ Mo’ Signature “3.0” 12-Fret J-45 Electro Acoustic Guitar in Vintage Sunburst (57003)

£3,199.00

If you are looking for New Guitars from Gibson, the Gibson Custom Shop Keb’ Mo’ Signature “3.0” 12-Fret J-45 Electro Acoustic Guitar in Vintage Sunburst (57003) is a great option. In stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Acoustic Guitars, additional Electro-Acoustic Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read more below.

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Description

If you are looking for New Guitars from Gibson, the Gibson Custom Shop Keb’ Mo’ Signature “3.0” 12-Fret J-45 Electro Acoustic Guitar in Vintage Sunburst (57003) is a great option. In stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Acoustic Guitars, additional Electro-Acoustic Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below.

Gibson is proud to announce the third artist model made in collaboration with multi-talented guitarist, singer, songwriter, and five-time Grammy award winner Keb' Mo' — the "3.0" 12-Fret J-45.

This new core model is ideal for a wide variety of musical compositions and playing styles, and features a thermally aged Sitka Spruce top, Mahogany back and sides, and a 25" scale Mahogany neck with a Rosewood fretboard, custom Keb' Mo' profile, and open-back Grover tuners. The neck joins the body at the 12th fret, giving this guitar the rounder, more full-bodied tone and exceptional playing comfort that only a 12-fret neck can provide. Equipped with L.R. Baggs electronics, it's studio and stage-ready the moment you take it out of the included hardshell case!

Specifications

Body

  • Body Shape: J-45
  • Back & Sides Material: Mahogany
  • Top Material: Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce
  • Body Binding: Multi-Ply Top, Single-Ply Back & Fingerboard

Neck

  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Neck Profile: Custom Keb' Mo'
  • Scale Length: 25" (635 mm)
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  • Number of Frets: 19
  • Inlays: Mother of Pearl Dot
  • Nut Material: Bone
  • Nut Width: 1.805" (45.847 mm)

Hardware

  • Bridge: Belly Down, Closed Slot, Rosewood
  • Saddle Material: Bone
  • Tuners: Grover Open-Back
  • Hardware Colour: Nickel

Electronics

  • Under-Saddle Pickup & Preamp: LR Baggs VTC
  • Controls: Soundhole-Mounted Volume & Tone

Miscellaneous

  • Case: Hardshell (Included)

Additional information

Weight 36.5 kg

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Gibson

Gibson has long stood as a symbol of American craftsmanship and musical heritage, shaping the sound of rock, blues, and jazz for over a century. Founded in Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1902, Gibson became legendary with instruments like the Les Paul, SG, and ES series, each known for their rich sustain, premium tonewoods, and iconic designs. The brand’s pioneering use of humbucker pickups and carved maple tops created the warm, powerful sound that defines countless classic recordings. Played by greats such as Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, and Angus Young, Gibson guitars continue to represent timeless quality, innovation, and a deep connection between player and instrument.

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