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Gibson Custom Shop 1936 Advanced Jumbo Acoustic Guitar - Vintage Sunburst with Hardshell Case
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Built for the player who wants the authority and depth of a true pre-war-inspired acoustic without chasing an elusive vintage original, the Gibson Custom Shop 1936 Advanced Jumbo revives one of the most intriguing chapters in Gibson history. Introduced during the mid-1930s as part of Gibson’s push toward a new generation of “advanced” instruments, the Advanced Jumbo was produced in relatively small numbers from 1936 through 1939 and never achieved the visibility of some later Gibson flat-tops. What it did earn, however, was a reputation among players and collectors for exceptional projection, balance, and power. Available now at Haggerty's Music, this 2026 Custom Shop recreation brings that rare design back with the kind of materials and construction choices intended to capture its original spirit.
The voice of the Advanced Jumbo sits in a compelling space between warmth and authority. Its thermally aged red spruce top is designed to respond with the openness and quickness associated with an older instrument, while rosewood back and sides add depth, overtone complexity, and a strong low-end foundation. Traditional hand-scalloped Advanced X-bracing, red spruce braces, and hide-glue construction help give the guitar a lively, immediate response with impressive headroom. The result is a round-shoulder dreadnought that can handle a heavy flatpick without collapsing, yet still responds beautifully to lighter touch and fingerstyle work.
That tonal balance makes the 1936 Advanced Jumbo especially well suited to bluegrass, country, Americana, folk, roots music, and singer-songwriter applications where a guitar needs to sound full without getting muddy. Expect a strong fundamental, broad dynamic range, articulate mids, and a clear top end that helps individual notes stay defined inside big chords. The substantial Historic AJ neck profile reinforces the vintage feel, while the 25.5" scale adds tension and projection that suit strong rhythm playing and confident lead work. Finished in Vintage Sunburst with VOS treatment and paired with premium Waverly open-gear tuners, this Custom Shop model is less a museum piece than a modern performance instrument built around one of Gibson’s most respected pre-war acoustic designs.
Features / Specs
Highlights
- Orientation: Right-Handed
- Electronics: None
- Bracing: Traditional Hand-Scalloped Advanced X-Bracing with Red Spruce Braces and Hide Glue
- Cutaway: None
Body
- Body Shape: Advanced Jumbo Round Shoulder
- Top Material: Thermally Aged Red Spruce
- Top Finish: Thin Finish Nitrocellulose, VOS
- Top Color: Vintage Sunburst
- Back & Sides Material: Rosewood
- Back Configuration: 2-Piece
- Back & Sides Finish: Thin Finish Nitrocellulose, VOS
- Bracing: Traditional Hand-Scalloped Advanced X-Bracing
- Binding Material: Single-Ply Top and Back
- Rosette: Traditional Multi-Ring
Neck
- Neck Profile: Historic AJ
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Taper: Traditional
- Neck Depth: 0.941" at 1st Fret, 1.049" at 9th Fret
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut Width: 1.72"
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Inlay: Mother-of-Pearl Diamonds and Arrows
- Fingerboard Binding: None
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Neck Finish: Thin Finish Nitrocellulose, VOS
- Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-Body
- Headstock: Traditional Gibson Open Book
- Headstock Binding: None
- Headplate Inlay: Gibson Logo
- Headplate Finish: Gloss/VOS
Hardware
- Bridge Style: Rectangle, Open Slot
- Bridge Material: Rosewood
- Bridge Pins: Bone
- Saddle: Bone
- Nut Material: Bone
- Tuners: Waverly Open-Gear Tuners, Nickel Plating
- Pickguard: AJ Style Firestripe
Miscellaneous
- Electronics: None
- Strings: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
- Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
- Serial Number: 22146008
- Manufacture Date: 2026
22146008
Gibson Custom Shop 1936 Advanced Jumbo Acoustic Guitar - Vintage Sunburst with Hardshell Case
$5,499.00
Customer reviews
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What players say after the guitar arrives
“This is a beautiful guitar…appreciate the free setup and quick ship! Would purchase from this seller again…THANKS!”
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“Very fast shipping, arrived in perfect condition, extremely well set up, no adjustments needed at all! Plays and looks great, exactly as advertised.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you set up every guitar before it ships?
Yes. Every guitar that leaves our store has been professionally inspected, set up, and signed off by the technician who worked on it. You will find a signed checklist inside the box when your order arrives.
How accurate are your condition descriptions?
We treat condition grading as a contractual promise, not an approximation. When we list something as excellent, that reflects a specific, consistent standard we apply across every instrument. We encourage you to call us before purchasing if you want a detailed in-hand description of any specific guitar.
Can I call and speak to someone about a guitar before I buy?
Yes, and we encourage it. Our team are working musicians, not order-takers. Call us at 605-348-6737 and ask about any instrument in our inventory. We will physically pull it off the wall and describe it to you in detail.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 14-day return policy if you change your mind and the item is returned undamaged. You are responsible for return shipping costs.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing options are available at checkout. Monthly payment options are designed to make high-ticket purchases more accessible without requiring full payment upfront.
How do you ship instruments?
Every instrument ships fully insured from our store in Rapid City, South Dakota. We offer free shipping on all website orders over $100. Guitars are packaged to survive transit, properly cased, braced, and protected.
Are you an authorized dealer?
Yes. We are an authorized dealer for Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, and many other brands. We are currently the number one independent Taylor Guitars dealer in the world, an award we have received two years running for 2024 and 2025. We are also a Top 10 premium dealer for Martin, Gibson, and Fender.
Do you sell on Reverb and Amazon as well as your own site?
Yes. We are one of the top 15 resellers globally on Reverb, where we have accumulated over 11,000 five-star reviews. We are also one of the only independent premium dealers in the world authorized to sell Taylor and Martin on Amazon.
How long have you been in business?
Haggerty's Music has been open since 1963. Our store is located at 515 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, South Dakota.
Do you offer instrument repair?
Yes. Our certified technicians handle everything from routine setups to full restorations across fretted, orchestral, and band instruments. Our team holds certifications from Taylor Guitars, Yamaha, and other leading brands. Learn more HERE.
What brands do you carry?
Our core guitar brands include Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, PRS, Epiphone, Suhr, Eastman, Gretsch, Luxxtone, Novo, Jackson, Charvel, Legator, and Yamaha among others. These are also the most searched brands on our site, so each has a dedicated collection page.
Do you offer music lessons?
Yes. We offer music lessons. You can find out more HERE.
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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