Gibson SG 61 Standard Maestro VC
Double Cut Guitars
$2,344€2,099Check ↗
Brand profile · USA, est. 1946
Gibson
Gibson is arguably the most iconic guitar brand in history, synonymous with rock and blues. Born from the remnants of the Gibson Mandolin-Guitar Mfg. Co., Ltd., the company rapidly established itself as a leader in instrument manufacturing, shaping the sound of generations of musicians. Gibson’s legacy is built on craftsmanship, innovation, and a deep connection to music history.
Les Paul ModelSG StandardDreadnought Acoustic GuitarsHumbucker PickupHistoric Reissue Programs
1946founded
USAcountry
506products in stock
$8–$167kprice range
Gibson in the charts
Every chart where Gibson has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Gibson single cut guitars
133 models$1,364 – $10,271Best Gibson humbucker pickups
68 models$106 – $814Best Gibson premium guitars
56 models$3,683 – $12,057Best Gibson dreadnought acoustic guitars
54 models$1,885 – $7,256Best Gibson semiacoustic guitars
47 models$2,729 – $8,483Best Gibson double cut guitars
39 models$1,537 – $8,261Best Gibson jumbo acoustic guitars
27 models$2,344 – $167,363Best Gibson lefthanded guitars
18 models$1,562 – $6,363Best Gibson heavy guitars
13 models$2,176 – $5,581Best Gibson folk acoustic guitars
7 models$1,652 – $5,358Best Gibson pickup covers
6 models$19 – $37Best Gibson lefthanded acoustic guitars
6 models$3,013 – $6,195
133 models$1,364 – $10,271Best Gibson humbucker pickups
68 models$106 – $814Best Gibson premium guitars
56 models$3,683 – $12,057Best Gibson dreadnought acoustic guitars
54 models$1,885 – $7,256Best Gibson semiacoustic guitars
47 models$2,729 – $8,483Best Gibson double cut guitars
39 models$1,537 – $8,261Best Gibson jumbo acoustic guitars
27 models$2,344 – $167,363Best Gibson lefthanded guitars
18 models$1,562 – $6,363Best Gibson heavy guitars
13 models$2,176 – $5,581Best Gibson folk acoustic guitars
7 models$1,652 – $5,358Best Gibson pickup covers
6 models$19 – $37Best Gibson lefthanded acoustic guitars
6 models$3,013 – $6,195
All 506 Gibson products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 2 of 11.
Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s GT
Single Cut Guitars
$2,790€2,499Check ↗
Gibson SG Standard TV Yellow
Double Cut Guitars
$1,785€1,599Check ↗
Gibson 1957 SJ-200 VS Light Aged
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$6,698€5,999Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s AAA LB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,678€2,399Check ↗
Gibson Hummingbird Special SN
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$1,954€1,750Check ↗
Gibson 1957 SJ-200 Light Aged Natural
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$7,814€6,999Check ↗
Gibson 59 LP Standard ULA HPT FB
Premium Guitars
$8,484€7,599Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s DT VTB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,605€2,333Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s AAA HCS
Single Cut Guitars
$2,790€2,499Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Custom AW
Single Cut Guitars
$5,236€4,690Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Studio Session CH
Single Cut Guitars
$1,731€1,550Check ↗
Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret EB
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$2,357€2,111Check ↗
Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret VS
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$2,344€2,099Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s DT VBB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,481€2,222Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s DT VHB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,667€2,389Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s OB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,780€2,490Check ↗
Gibson SG Standard HC
Double Cut Guitars
$1,651€1,479Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s BB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,790€2,499Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s IT
Single Cut Guitars
$2,780€2,490Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s Faded VB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,154€1,929Check ↗
Gibson LP Junior Double Cut VC
Double Cut Guitars
$1,618€1,449Check ↗
Gibson LP Junior Double Cut Ebony
Double Cut Guitars
$1,612€1,444Check ↗
Gibson Hummingbird Special SWR
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$2,032€1,820Check ↗
Gibson Hummingbird Standard
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$3,029€2,699Check ↗
Gibson 1957 SJ-200 AN
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$5,915€5,298Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Studio Session IB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,232€1,999Check ↗
Gibson Pre-War SJ-200 RW LA FVS #1
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$7,814€6,999Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Custom 70s Wine Red
Single Cut Guitars
$3,348€2,999Check ↗
Gibson AJ Anniversary Ltd CB
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$5,581€4,999Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Studio Session TEB
Single Cut Guitars
$1,911€1,712Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s Cherry
Single Cut Guitars
$2,902€2,599Check ↗
Gibson SG Standard EB
Double Cut Guitars
$1,674€1,499Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Studio Session DPB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,176€1,949Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s Ebony
Single Cut Guitars
$2,757€2,469Check ↗
Gibson L-00 Special Satin Natural
Folk Acoustic Guitars
$1,785€1,599Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Custom Cl White HA
Single Cut Guitars
$8,708€7,799Check ↗
Gibson Hummingbird Special SHB
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$2,332€2,089Check ↗
Gibson LP Junior Double Cut TV Yellow
Double Cut Guitars
$1,537€1,377Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60 Fd VCS
Single Cut Guitars
$2,154€1,929Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Studio Session BB
Single Cut Guitars
$1,937€1,735Check ↗
Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret VA
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$2,656€2,379Check ↗
Gibson Hummingbird Special SVS
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$2,205€1,975Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s Cl.White
Single Cut Guitars
$2,623€2,349Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Cl.White
Single Cut Guitars
$2,623€2,349Check ↗
Gibson 1957 SJ-200 VS
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$6,195€5,549Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Music City Sp. TB
Single Cut Guitars
$1,364€1,222Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Slash Standard AA LH
Signature Guitars
$3,092€2,769Check ↗
Gibson, honestly
What Gibson does well
- Exceptional build quality and tone
- Rich history and iconic designs
- Wide range of models and customization
- Strong resale value
- Aspirational brand image
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
- Quality control inconsistencies can occur
- Can be heavy and less comfortable for some
- Complex ownership history creates confusion
- Parts availability sometimes problematic
Questions about Gibson
Where are Gibson instruments made?
Gibson instruments are primarily manufactured in Nashville, Tennessee and Memphis, Tennessee, with some historic reissues produced in Bozeman, Montana. They also have overseas facilities for certain components.
What is Gibson's 'Historic Reissue' program?
The Historic Reissue program aims to recreate classic Gibson models from specific years, utilizing vintage specifications and aging techniques to closely emulate the original instruments.
Are Gibson guitars nitrocellulose finished?
Yes, Gibson primarily uses a nitrocellulose lacquer finish on their guitars, a traditional finish known for its aesthetic qualities and how it ages over time.