Gibson Custom Shop Hummingbird Original Acoustic Guitar - Cobra Burst with Hardshell Case

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The Gibson Custom Select Hummingbird Standard takes one of Gibson’s most iconic square-shoulder dreadnoughts and elevates it with a collection of rare, hand-selected appointments that blend vintage tradition with a more contemporary visual identity. Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, this Custom Select version preserves the warm, full-bodied voice and strong midrange presence that have made the Hummingbird a favorite of singer-songwriters for generations. Finished in an eye-catching Cobra Burst, the guitar immediately separates itself from traditional Hummingbird aesthetics, pairing classic Gibson craftsmanship with a darker, more modern personality that feels both refined and distinctive.

The Cobra Burst finish is one of the defining visual features of this Custom Select model, created through a layered staining process that gives the top exceptional depth and character. A hand-applied transparent black stain forms the base before a darker burst is sprayed around the perimeter, producing a smoky, blended appearance that enhances the figuring and grain beneath the gloss finish. Complementing the dramatic finish is the use of striped ebony for both the fingerboard and reverse belly bridge, a rare specification on a traditionally styled Gibson acoustic. Compared to the rosewood typically found on production Hummingbirds, striped ebony offers a sleeker appearance along with a slightly quicker attack and tighter note definition, adding clarity and articulation to the guitar’s naturally rich dreadnought voice. Gold hardware completes the upscale aesthetic, contrasting beautifully against the darker finish and reinforcing the instrument’s boutique Custom Shop feel.

Equipped with an L.R. Baggs VTC electronics system, the Hummingbird Standard is equally at home on stage, in the studio, or around the house. The under-saddle pickup and discreet onboard preamp capture the guitar’s natural warmth and dynamic response while maintaining the integrity of its acoustic character. Soundhole-mounted controls allow for quick volume and tone adjustments without disrupting the instrument’s clean appearance, making it ideal for live performance situations where subtle control matters. Combined with the comfortable rounded mahogany neck, 24.75-inch scale length, and responsive dreadnought body, this Gibson Custom Select Hummingbird offers a premium playing experience that balances classic Gibson soul with modern elegance and versatility.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: LR Baggs VTC
• Bracing: Scalloped X-Bracing
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: Hummingbird
• Top Material: Sitka Spruce
• Top Finish: Gloss
• Top Color: Cobra Burst
• Back & Sides Material: Mahogany
• Back Configuration: Solid
• Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
• Bracing: Scalloped X-Bracing
• Binding Material: 5-ply Top, 3-ply Back, Single-ply
• Rosette: Two Ring

Neck

• Neck Profile: Rounded
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Taper: Standard
• Neck Depth: 0.878" at 1st Fret, 0.921" at 10th Fret
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Nut Width: 1.73"
• Fingerboard Material: Striped Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: Mother of Pearl Parallelograms
• Fingerboard Binding: None
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Fingerboard Spacing: Standard
• Neck Finish: Gloss
• Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body Joint, Hot Hide Glue
• Headstock: Standard
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: Mother of Pearl Gibson Logo and Crown
• Headplate Finish: Gloss

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Reverse Belly
• Bridge Material: Striped Ebony
• Bridge Pins: Tusq
• Saddle: Tusq
• Nut Material: Tusq
• Tuners: Grover Rotomatic
• Pickguard: .060'' Hummingbird

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: LR Baggs VTC
• Strings: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 21066078
• Manufacture Date: 2026