Gibson Hummingbird Pro Acoustic-Electric Guitar (Used)
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A modern edition of one of Gibson's most revered models.
A true legend of acoustic instruments, the Gibson Hummingbird Pro acoustic-electric guitar was first introduced in 1960 as Gibson's earliest square-shoulder dreadnought guitar. Superb for all styles of playing, with a capacity for rich, first-position folk chords and intricate solo playing, the Gibson Hummingbird quickly became an iconic acoustic line, and a favorite among legends like Gram Parsons and Keith Richards. The Hummingbird has been one of Gibson Acoustic's most enduring guitar line.
Body tonewoods (back, sides and top)
The body design of the Gibson Hummingbird Pro acoustic electric guitar is known as a square shoulder dreadnought. The top is made from Sitka spruce, while the back and sides are constructed from mahogany, giving the Hummingbird True Vintage a perfectly balanced midrange tone, with unbiased rich lows and clear treble registers. Selecting the right wood, and the formula to dry it out, are two of the most central procedures to Gibson's guitar-building process.
Rosewood fingerboard with traditional binding and split parallelogram inlays
The resilience of rosewood makes the fingerboard extremely balanced and stable, and gives each chord and note unparalleled clarity and bite.
The Gibson Hummingbird Pro guitar's split parallelogram inlays are made of genuine mother of pearl, and are inserted into the fingerboard using a process that eliminates gaps and doesn't require the use of fillers. The fingerboard also sports traditional binding over the fret ends, which was a staple feature of many classic Gibson acoustic guitars for many years.
Bracing
Every acoustic electric guitar made by Gibson features hand-scalloped, radiused top bracing inside the body, a feature normally found only in limited run, handmade guitars. By scalloping each brace by hand, the natural sound of the acoustic guitar is focused more toward the center of the body, enhancing the guitar's sound projection. Gibson Acoustic's Hummingbird Pro guitar sports a single "X" bracing pattern similar to the design inside vintage Gibson J-30s. This traditional pattern delivers a balanced midrange tone, with unbiased lows and rich, clear highs, producing a warm tone that has been a favorite among artists and players alike since the original Gibson Hummingbird guitars introduced in 1960.
L.R. Baggs Element ES acoustic pickup system
Gibson Acoustic's Hummingbird Pro comes equipped with the Element ES Active acoustic pickup system from L.R. Baggs, which features a low-profile undersaddle element—or transducer—that's proven more stable and durable than many standard ribbon-type pickups. Combined with an onboard preamp with an unobtrusive and volume control mounted just inside the soundhole, the Element ES delivers performance not previously attainable from an undersaddle pickup. Its sleek and effective design removes unnecessary internal components to enhance the coupling between the pickup and the guitar, and improve the sensitivity of the transducer for a robust, lively, and natural acoustic sound with excellent dynamics and delicate high end. The Element ES works with a standard 9V battery, which is housed inside the guitar in L.R. Bagg's new "Battery Bagg."
Nickel Grover Rotomatic tuners
Grover's original Rotomatic tuners are an engineering marvel, with abundant style and performance exactly suited for the Gibson Hummingbird guitar. With a gear ratio of 14:1, the Rotomatics deliver precision tuning in a durable housing that provides maximum protection for the gear and string post. All moving parts are cut for exact meshing, eliminating the possibility of slippage. A countersunk tension screw lets players regulate the tuning tension to any degree. A special lubricant inside the gear box provides smooth and accurate tuning stability.
Crown peghead logo
Gibson put the first crown peghead logo on an ES-300 back in 1940, and it has graced the headstocks of many legendary Gibson guitars ever since, including today's Hummingbird Pro acoustic electric guitar.
Rosette
A rosette is the beautiful, hand-crafted circle around the soundhole, and can be one of the most ornamental elements of any acoustic guitar. It is also one of the most subtle and complicated woodworking decorations on any acoustic guitar. The rosette on the Gibson Hummingbird Pro guitar is a double-ring rosette, with the main ring consisting of seven-ply binding, and the second ring three-ply binding, adding a stylish, understated elegance to the Gibson Hummingbird True Pro acoustic-electric guitar.
Features
- Body style: square shoulder dreadnought
- Solid Sitka spruce top
- Solid mahogany back and sides
- 1930s Gibson X-bracing pattern
- Rosewood fingerboard with mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays
- Rosewood bridge
- Dovetail neck-to-body joint bonded with hide glue
- 25-1/2" scale
- Vintage Gibson 1960s thin line neck profile
- Hand-scalloped top bracing
- No. of frets: 21/14 open
- Fingerboard inlays: split parallelogram
- Nut width: 1.68"
- Binding: white
- Rosette: parallel rings
- Bridge: rosewood
- Pickguard: tortoise
- Finish: vintage sunburst (nitrocellulose)
- Tuners: Grovers Rotomatics
- Electronics: LR Baggs Element ES
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Pros
- Fabulous basses Energeti
- Fast neck
- Yummy sunburst
Cons
- Finish mars
- Not balanced
- Trebles faint
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Comments about Gibson Hummingbird Pro Acoustic-Electric Guitar:
Basses and trebles could be better balanced, IMO, for a guitar of this quality.
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I was extremely disappointed when I received my Gibson Pro The finish on the guitar looked like dark brown paint, you could not even see the wood grain. The clearcoat had what looked like machined swirls throughout the finish. Thought about swapping the guitar because I love the sound, but could not get past the quality issue. If Gibson would let that guitar out of it's facility, I wondered what other quality issues it might have. Musician's Friend handled the return very well, with no hassles. Thanks for that!
Comments about Gibson Hummingbird Pro Acoustic-Electric Guitar:
This guitar followed me home. The more I play her, the better I like it. After about 15 minutes of playing, it was inevitable -- we were bonded. I upgraded the electronics to a Fishman Rare Earth Pro. Which works better for strumming than the under saddle pickup in my opinion. (I like the LR Baggs M1A better.) Using a dbx 15 band equalizer I found the plugged-in sound I wanted.In short, she sings wonderfully unplugged and nice through the PA system. All the wonderful sound of a fully dressed hummingbird in an instrument that can be used daily. I would feel uncomfortable putting many hours on the collector's version.
Comments about Gibson Hummingbird Pro Acoustic-Electric Guitar:
I bought this online from MF and this really could be; "the only acoustic you will ever need". Rich full sound. Booming base with beautiful sweet bright treble. Tons of projection. The build quality is first class all the way. Chunkier neck with a wide nut that is very comfortable to play. And yes, the woody smell of this guitar says: "come hold and play me". The action out of the box is perfectly playable but after a professional set-up and a new set of Gibson 11 phosphor bronze strings she soars. With a thin nitro finish this guitar is just going to get better and better with the years. Beautiful strummer, maybe not so much a picker like a Martin, but if you have always wanted a real Gibson and or a dreadnought IMHO you simply cannot go wrong with this guitar!
Comments about Gibson Hummingbird Pro Acoustic-Electric Guitar:
I purchased this guitar from Musician's Friend used. The guitar is superb in every aspect for being used! The playability is fantastic for my tastes. Some people have stated the action is too high, but I am fine with it as it is. I can't even tell I am playing it half the time, it's like running my fingers over silk! The construction is fantastic! It smells woodsy, and looks great! The L.R. Bags pickup works great! What more can I say, It's a Gibson, buy it if your in the market!
Comments about Gibson Hummingbird Pro Acoustic-Electric Guitar:
I played a handful of guitars at the big box shop in town and couldn't find the right sound and feel for me. Standing on my tippie toes I pulled a hummingbird pro off the upper rack and immediately could feel the difference in quality. After playing for about 5 minutes, I knew I would own this guitar. It was delivered today from this company and I was sceptical at first after dropping some dough. I played for about an hour and fell in love with it again. I love the wide neck, deep sound, and beautiful finish. It's a really light guitar. The electronics were spot on through my little harmony amp. The action out of the box is too high for me, but playable. It also smells like a humidor, but I have no problem with that. Over all I'm very pleased with my purchase and would highly recommend this guitar. Cheers.
Comments about Gibson Hummingbird Pro Acoustic-Electric Guitar:
Purchased from the guitar giant house we all go to. Hanging on the wall with no scratches, surprise! So the set up was VERY high and I was worried the nut and saddle would need to be lowered so much that there would not be enough left. My luthier did a fine job and it plays like silk. The big E is not quite loud enough. Maybe it is the Elixer custom lights I had it set up with but probably not. All that aside, I LOVE it, great woodsy odor you can smell from 3 feet away. Plugged in it sounds very nice. The finish is top notch.
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