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Preowned 2021 Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner Southern Jumbo w/ the original case, Certificate of Authenticity and case candy! It's in very good condition. Its been played, so there are some scratches, some nicks and you can tell a capo was used. There is only very minor fret wear. The saddle slot was professional filled and changed to a drop in saddle for a undersaddle pickup (LR Baggs Element). Strap button was added to the heel. The tuners were upgraded to Waverly butterbean tuners! Its an incredible guitar! Amazing tone and is a dream to play! The wider neck fantastic for fingerstyle and Bluegrass flat picking! 

The 1942 Gibson Southern Jumbo is an iconic acoustic guitar, celebrated for its warm tone and vintage aesthetic. The Southern Jumbo was introduced by Gibson in 1942 as a successor to the J-35. Here’s a detailed description of the Southern Jumbo model:

Key Features:
    •    Body Shape: Dreadnought slope-shouldered design, providing a rich, resonant sound and excellent projection.
    •    Top Wood: Solid Thermally Aged Red spruce with a sunburst finish, giving it a classic vintage look.
    •    Back and Sides: East Indian Rosewood which contributes to its warm and balanced tonal qualities.
    •    Neck: Mahogany neck with a rounded profile, comfortable for most players.
    •    Fingerboard: Bound Rosewood, with paralellogram inlays 
    •    Scale Length: 24.75 inches, which adds to its playability and warm tone.
    •    Nut Width: Approximately 1.77 inches, offering a comfortable string spacing.
    •    Bridge: Rosewood bridge with white plastic pins.
    •    Bracing: Traditional Hand-scalloped X-bracing, Red Spruce Braces with Hide Glue, enhancing resonance and responsiveness.

Aesthetic and Build:
    •    Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer for a vintage, aged patina.
    •    Headstock: Gibson logo with an unbound headstock.
    •    Tuners: After Market Waverly Butterbean Tuners

Sound Characteristics:

The 1942 Southern Jumbo is renowned for its warm, balanced, and dynamic tone, excelling in both strumming and fingerpicking. It has a woody midrange, tight bass, and smooth treble, making it versatile for a variety of music styles.

Historical Significance:

This guitar was produced during World War II, a time when materials were rationed. As a result, some early Southern Jumbo had lighter bracing and were built with wartime economy in mind. Despite this, the craftsmanship and sound quality remained exceptional, making these guitars highly sought after by collectors and players today.

The 1942 Southern Jumbo set the standard for many acoustic guitars that followed, cementing its place in music history.