GIBSON USA SJ-200 VOS Ltd True Vintage "Vintage Sunburst + Rosewood" (2016)
GIBSON USA SJ-200 VOS Ltd True Vintage – Vintage Sunburst + Rosewood (2016)
Specifications:
- Model: Gibson SJ-200 VOS Ltd True Vintage
- Year: 2016
- Finish: Vintage Sunburst (Thin Nitrocellulose VOS Finish)
- Top: AAA-Grade Adirondack Red Spruce
- Back & Sides: AAA Eastern Curly Flame Maple
- Bracing: Red Spruce with Hot Hide Glue, Radiused Top Bracing, Hand Scalloped, Vintage 1937 Bracing Pattern Recreation
- Bridge: Madagascar Rosewood Mustache with Bone Saddle
- Tuners: Gold Vintage Keystones (15:1 Ratio)
- Neck: Flame Maple, Traditional Round Profile
- Scale Length: 25.2" (25 1/5")
- Nut Width: 1.725" (Bone Nut)
- Fingerboard: Bound Madagascar Rosewood with Mother of Pearl Graduated Crown Inlays
- Binding: Multi-ply Top and Back
- Pickguard: Engraved Traditional Tortoise SJ-200 Design
- Case: Original Vintage Brown Hard Case with Pepto Pink Interior (+ all case goodies)
Personal Thoughts:
The Gibson SJ-200 VOS True Vintage is a recreation of one of the most iconic jumbo acoustics ever made, and this limited-edition 2016 model takes it even further with top-tier tonewoods and vintage construction methods. The AAA Adirondack Red Spruce top paired with AAA Eastern Curly Flame Maple back and sides creates an incredible combination of powerful projection, warmth, and crisp articulation. It has the booming bass and clear trebles that make the SJ-200 famous, but with a more broken-in, vintage character thanks to the hot hide glue bracing and aged VOS finish. The Madagascar rosewood bridge and fretboard enhance the sustain and resonance, making every note bloom beautifully.
Aesthetically, the Vintage Sunburst finish is breathtaking, with deep, rich shading that perfectly complements the flamed maple back and neck. The classic mustache bridge, engraved pickguard, and gold vintage tuners add to the elegance, making this a guitar that looks as stunning as it sounds. This is as close as you’ll get to a pre-war Gibson SJ-200 without the vintage price tag.
Condition Report:
This Gibson SJ-200 VOS Ltd True Vintage is in ecxcelltn codition, with some subtle wear to the pickguard but otherwise immaculate an very well taken care of. The nitro VOS finish remains rich and smooth, with no checking or fading. The Madagascar rosewood fretboard and bridge are pristine, with no wear or discoloration. The frets are flawless, with no signs of use, and the bone nut and saddle are perfectly set up for comfortable action.
This SJ-200 comes complete with its original Gibson vintage brown hard case with the signature Pepto Pink interior, along with all some paperwork. Whether you're a collector or a serious player, this is an exceptional high-end Gibson acoustic with a rare combination of premium materials and vintage-spec craftsmanship.