Gibson ELEV8 Plus Treble Zebra
Humbucker Pickups
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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 6 of 11.
Gibson ELEV8 Plus Treble Nickel
Humbucker Pickups
$162€145Check ↗
Gibson ELEV8 Plus Treble Double Black
Humbucker Pickups
$144€129Check ↗
Gibson ELEV8 Treble Zebra
Humbucker Pickups
$144€129Check ↗
Gibson ELEV8 Treble Nickel
Humbucker Pickups
$162€145Check ↗
Gibson ELEV8 Treble Double Black
Humbucker Pickups
$144€129Check ↗
Gibson ELEV8 Rhythm Zebra
Humbucker Pickups
$144€129Check ↗
Gibson ELEV8 Rhythm Nickel
Humbucker Pickups
$162€145Check ↗
Gibson ELEV8 Rhythm Double Black
Humbucker Pickups
$144€129Check ↗
Gibson Firebird Custom Ebony
Alternative Design Guitars
$6,251€5,599Check ↗
Gibson LP Special Double Cut VC
Double Cut Guitars
$1,612€1,444Check ↗
Gibson Sierra Hull F-5G VOS SB
Mandolins
$9,154€8,199Check ↗
Gibson SG Standard ´64 Maestro VOS LH
Double Cut Guitars
$4,714€4,222Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Slash Standard GT LH
Lefthanded Guitars
$3,237€2,899Check ↗
Gibson L-00 Original VS Lefthand
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
$3,013€2,699Check ↗
Gibson 1942 Banner Southern Jumbo VS
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,910€4,398Check ↗
Gibson SG Custom EB GH
Double Cut Guitars
$4,799€4,298Check ↗
Gibson ES-335 Figured BBB
Premium Guitars
$3,683€3,299Check ↗
Gibson SG Standard ´64 Maestro CH HA
Double Cut Guitars
$7,591€6,799Check ↗
Gibson SG Standard ´64 Maestro CH ULA
Double Cut Guitars
$5,580€4,998Check ↗
Gibson SG Modern TBF LH
Lefthanded Guitars
$2,455€2,199Check ↗
Gibson 1957 L-5 CES ReIs AN VOS
Premium Guitars
$12,057€10,799Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Custom TSunb HA CS
Premium Guitars
$8,819€7,899Check ↗
Gibson SG Supreme Ebony
Premium Guitars
$3,795€3,399Check ↗
Gibson ES-339 Figured D Purple Burst
Premium Guitars
$3,683€3,299Check ↗
Gibson 59 LP Standard HPT Amber B #1
Premium Guitars
$8,819€7,899Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul 60 HA HPT TB
Single Cut Guitars
$8,931€7,999Check ↗
Gibson Everly Brothers J-180 Model
Jumbo Acoustic Guitars
$4,799€4,298Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Supreme Trans Ebony B
Single Cut Guitars
$4,074€3,649Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Supreme Wine Red
Single Cut Guitars
$3,845€3,444Check ↗
Gibson SG Standard '61 Faded Maestro
Double Cut Guitars
$2,064€1,849Check ↗
Gibson 57 LP Junior SC TV Yellow HA
Single Cut Guitars
$5,805€5,199Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Junior EB
Single Cut Guitars
$1,551€1,389Check ↗
Gibson 67 Flying V Reissue Vibrola
Heavy Guitars
$5,358€4,799Check ↗
Gibson LP Special DC Figured Top CB
Double Cut Guitars
$4,800€4,299Check ↗
Gibson Songwriter Rec Artist AN
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,688€4,199Check ↗
Gibson 1963 Dove LA Dark Natural #1
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$7,134€6,390Check ↗
Gibson 70s Explorer CW LH
Lefthanded Guitars
$2,893€2,591Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Studio Goldtop
Single Cut Guitars
$1,897€1,699Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul 59 SITF HA HPT
Premium Guitars
$9,154€8,199Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul 59 STB ULA
Premium Guitars
$7,144€6,399Check ↗
Gibson Dave Mustaine Flying V AN
Heavy Guitars
$2,790€2,499Check ↗
Gibson SG Standard ´64 Maestro CH VOS
Double Cut Guitars
$4,644€4,159Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul Junior TV Yellow
Single Cut Guitars
$1,506€1,349Check ↗
Gibson 64 Les Paul Custom Dark WN LA
Premium Guitars
$8,373€7,499Check ↗
Gibson Songwriter Rec Artist RB
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,554€4,079Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul BOTB Page 74 HPT LA#3
Premium Guitars
$9,266€8,299Check ↗
Gibson Les Paul 59 Standard HPT HAm#1
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.