Gibson Hummingbird Faded VS
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$2,790€2,499Check ↗
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 4 of 11.
Gibson 57 Les Paul Special EB UHA CS
Single Cut Guitars
$8,819€7,899Check ↗
Gibson L-00 Special Wine Red
Folk Acoustic Guitars
$1,652€1,480Check ↗
Gibson L-00 Special Vintage Sunburst
Folk Acoustic Guitars
$1,860€1,666Check ↗
Gibson Johnny Cash SJ-200 VCS
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$11,164€9,999Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Modern Studio WRS
Single Cut Guitars
$1,897€1,699Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Modern Studio SHS
Single Cut Guitars
$2,042€1,829Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Modern Figured SFG
Single Cut Guitars
$2,790€2,499Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Modern Figured CHB
Single Cut Guitars
$2,678€2,399Check ↗
Gibson SG Modern BBF
Double Cut Guitars
$2,344€2,099Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Custom Long Scale EB
Premium Guitars
$5,805€5,199Check ↗
Gibson ES-335 50s Vintage Natural
Semiacoustic Guitars
$3,227€2,890Check ↗
Gibson 1936 J-35 VS
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$4,550€4,075Check ↗
Gibson 60s J-45 Original Ebony LH
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$2,790€2,499Check ↗
Gibson 80s Flying V Ebony
Heavy Guitars
$2,176€1,949Check ↗
Gibson LP Junior 58 DC TVY VOS LH
Double Cut Guitars
$4,017€3,598Check ↗
Gibson 1963 Firebird V Reissue ER ULA
Premium Guitars
$7,033€6,299Check ↗
Gibson Elvis SJ-200
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$6,140€5,499Check ↗
Gibson Flying V Custom EB
Heavy Guitars
$5,581€4,999Check ↗
Gibson ES-335 60s Sixties Cherry
Semiacoustic Guitars
$3,348€2,999Check ↗
Gibson Jake Kiszka SG Standard FVC
Double Cut Guitars
$2,345€2,100Check ↗
Gibson ES-335 60s Vintage Burst
Semiacoustic Guitars
$3,348€2,999Check ↗
Gibson ES-335 50s VTB
Semiacoustic Guitars
$3,348€2,999Check ↗
Gibson 80s Explorer Ebony
Heavy Guitars
$2,399€2,149Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Deluxe 70s GT
Single Cut Guitars
$2,623€2,349Check ↗
Gibson 57 LP Special SC TV Yellow ULA
Single Cut Guitars
$4,577€4,099Check ↗
Gibson 1963 Firebird V Reissue VOS
Premium Guitars
$6,028€5,399Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Slash Standard NB
Single Cut Guitars
$3,114€2,789Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Custom EB LH
Lefthanded Guitars
$5,580€4,998Check ↗
Gibson SG Modern TBF
Double Cut Guitars
$2,366€2,119Check ↗
Gibson LP Standard 60 WC VOS
Single Cut Guitars
$5,162€4,599Check ↗
Gibson SG Standard EB LH
Lefthanded Guitars
$1,953€1,749Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded G. Mist
Single Cut Guitars
$1,450€1,299Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded Ocean Bl
Single Cut Guitars
$1,450€1,299Check ↗
Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret EB
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
$2,455€2,199Check ↗
Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret VS
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
$2,455€2,199Check ↗
Gibson 1942 Banner Southern Jumbo LA
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$6,028€5,399Check ↗
Gibson Dove Original VCS
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,464€3,998Check ↗
Gibson 60s J-45 Original Wine Red
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$2,790€2,499Check ↗
Gibson 60s J-45 Original Ebony
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$2,790€2,499Check ↗
Gibson LP Special 60 TV Yellow VOS
Double Cut Guitars
$3,969€3,555Check ↗
Gibson 1957 SJ-200 VS LH
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
$6,195€5,549Check ↗
Gibson ES-335 Dot Ocean Blue
Semiacoustic Guitars
$2,925€2,620Check ↗
Gibson Kirk Hammett "Greeny" LP Std.
Single Cut Guitars
$2,678€2,399Check ↗
Gibson 57 LP Special SC TVY VOS NH
Single Cut Guitars
$4,018€3,599Check ↗
Gibson ES-335 Dot Watermelon
Semiacoustic Guitars
$3,237€2,899Check ↗
Gibson Hummingbird Faded
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$3,315€2,969Check ↗
Gibson 1963 Firebird V Reissue AFB HA
Premium Guitars
$8,931€7,999Check ↗
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.