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Gibson L-00 Original Acoustic/Electric Guitar - Vintage Sunburst with Hardshell Case
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For guitarists who appreciate the intimate feel of a small-body acoustic but want the warmth, balance, and expressive character of a full-fledged Gibson, the L-00 Original offers a remarkable connection to nearly a century of acoustic guitar tradition. Gibson helped pioneer the development of small-body flat-top guitars in the early 1900s, and the L-00 became a favorite among blues musicians, folk artists, and singer-songwriters who valued its comfortable proportions and distinctive tonal personality. In its 1934 catalog, Gibson described the sound of its small-body instruments as having "perfect balance," a quality that continues to define the L-00's enduring appeal. Part of the Gibson Original Collection, this modern interpretation preserves the instrument's vintage-inspired identity with a solid Sitka spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides, traditional scalloped X-bracing, and a beautiful Vintage Sunburst finish. Antiqued binding, a classic white-script Gibson logo, and traditional hardware complete its timeless appearance.
The L-00's musical personality comes from the focused, articulate response of its compact body and the classic pairing of Sitka spruce and mahogany. The spruce soundboard provides clarity, dynamic sensitivity, and a lively attack, while the mahogany back and sides contribute warm fundamentals, woody midrange character, and a controlled low end that keeps individual notes distinct. Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing allows the top to respond freely, helping the guitar deliver an impressive sense of fullness despite its smaller dimensions. This tonal balance makes the L-00 especially rewarding for fingerstyle blues, folk, Americana, country, and acoustic songwriting, where expressive detail and rhythmic definition are essential. Its comfortable body shape encourages relaxed playing, whether seated at home, working through new arrangements, or performing an intimate acoustic set. The SlimTaper mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard provide an inviting playing experience, while the shorter 24.75" scale length offers a familiar Gibson feel that accommodates expressive bends, intricate fingerpicking, and comfortable chord work.
Although the L-00 Original celebrates the craftsmanship and styling of Gibson's early acoustic instruments, its modern electronics make it equally capable in contemporary performance settings. The Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA system uses two lightweight sensors mounted to the internal bridge plate, each paired with a dedicated custom-voiced Class A preamp to capture the instrument's natural resonance and dynamic response. This approach is designed to reproduce the warmth, string detail, and body character of the L-00 without compromising its unplugged acoustic voice. Convenient soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls allow players to make quick adjustments while keeping the guitar's traditional appearance intact. A rosewood rectangular bridge, bone nut and saddle, TUSQ bridge pins, and nickel-plated Golden Age open-back tuners further reinforce the instrument's vintage character and thoughtful construction. With its expressive small-body voice, comfortable playability, timeless styling, and natural-sounding amplification, the Gibson L-00 Original offers a distinctive acoustic experience for musicians who value character, responsiveness, and tradition. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this Vintage Sunburst beauty ships with a sturdy hardshell case.
Features / Specs
Highlights
- Orientation: Right-Handed
- Electronics: Gibson-Exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA Pickup and Preamp System
- Bracing: Traditional Hand-Scalloped X-Bracing
- Cutaway: None
Body
- Body Shape: Gibson L-00, Small Body
- Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Top Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Top Color: Vintage Sunburst
- Back & Sides Material: Solid Mahogany
- Back Configuration: 2-Piece
- Back & Sides Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Bracing: Traditional Hand-Scalloped X-Bracing
- Binding Material: Single-Ply Top and Back Binding with Vintage-Inspired Antiquing
- Rosette: Multi-Ring
Neck
- Neck Profile: SlimTaper
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Taper: SlimTaper
- Neck Depth: 0.850" at 1st Fret, 0.907" at 9th Fret
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Nut Width: 1.72"
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Inlay: Mother-of-Pearl Dots
- Fingerboard Binding: None
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-Body Joint
- Headstock: Gibson Traditional Headstock with White Script Logo
- Headstock Binding: None
- Headplate Inlay: White Gibson Script Logo
- Headplate Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Hardware
- Bridge Style: Rectangular Closed-Slot Bridge
- Bridge Material: Rosewood
- Bridge Pins: TUSQ
- Saddle: Bone
- Nut Material: Bone
- Tuners: Nickel-Plated Golden Age Open-Back Strap Tuners with Cream Buttons
- Pickguard: Brown Firestripe
Miscellaneous
- Electronics: Baggs HiFi DNA Active Dual Bridge-Plate Sensor System with Dedicated Custom-Voiced Class A Preamps, Soundhole-Mounted Volume and Tone Controls, and 1/4" Output Jack
- Strings: .012-.053
- Case/Gig Bag: Gibson Hardshell Case
- Serial Number: 22866046
- Manufacture Date: 2026
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Gibson L-00 Original Acoustic/Electric Guitar - Vintage Sunburst with Hardshell Case
$3,199.00
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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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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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