Gibson 1957 SJ-200 VS LH
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Gibson
1957 SJ-200 VS LH
Product Info
Article Number:
558843
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
1957 SJ-200 VS LH
Category:
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$6,597.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This lefty SJ-200 is a serious instrument – a modern take on a legendary design. The thermo-treated top gives it an aged sound right out of the box, and the flamed maple back really sings. It’s perfect for a seasoned player seeking a powerful, resonant jumbo with a vintage vibe and comfortable neck profile.
Product Description
- Gibson 1957 SJ-200 VS LH
- Steel-String Guitar
- Left-handed model
- Type: Jumbo
- Top: Thermo-treated
- aged solid Sitka spruce
- Back and sides: solid flamed maple
- 2-Piece neck: Maple / Walnut
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Mother-of-Pearl graduated block fingerboard inlays
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 43.8 mm (1.73")
- Bone nut
- 20 Frets
- SJ-200 Four bar moustache ebony bridge
- Gotoh Keystone machine heads
- Colour: Vintage Sunburst
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Thermo-treated spruce top delivers mature, complex tonal response.
- • Flamed maple back and sides offer rich sustain and projection.
- • Walnut in the neck adds stability and a refined feel.
- • Gotoh Keystone tuners provide rock-solid tuning stability.
CONS
- • The jumbo body size can be unwieldy for smaller players.
- • Thermo-treated tops can sometimes lack the 'snap' of traditionally seasoned wood.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Thermo-treated Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Flamed Maple
Neck Material
Maple / Walnut
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 6.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Thermo-treating accelerates aging, generally resulting in a more open and mature tone initially, though some might perceive a slight softening of high-end clarity.
It aims for that classic feel, generally a medium-full profile with a comfortable hand-filling shape, though modern manufacturing tolerances mean it's not an exact replica.
While the SJ-200 is iconic, alternatives might include other high-end jumbos from Martin or Taylor, depending on your preferred tonal characteristics and aesthetic.
