Gibson Hummingbird Original HCS LH
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Gibson
Hummingbird Original HCS LH
Product Info
Article Number:
558840
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Hummingbird Original HCS LH
Category:
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$4,177.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Hummingbird Original is a beautifully crafted, vintage-inspired instrument. The warm mahogany body paired with the responsive spruce top makes it a joy to play and record. It's a premium-priced choice perfect for serious players who appreciate a classic look and feel with a reliable amplified option for performance.
Product Description
- Gibson Hummingbird Original HCS LH
- Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
- Left-handed model
- Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Body: Mahogany
- Mahogany neck
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Mother of Pearl parallelogram fingerboard inlays
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Nut width: 43.80 mm (1.725")
- Bone nut
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: LR Baggs VTC
- Traditional Belly Up Bridge
- Gotoh Keystone machine heads
- Colour: Vintage Cherry Sunburst
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Solid Sitka Spruce top delivers a responsive, articulate tone with excellent projection.
- • Mahogany body provides a warm, focused sound, ideal for a wide range of playing styles.
- • LR Baggs VTC pickup system offers a clean, amplified signal suitable for stage or recording.
- • Gotoh Keystone tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability, a noticeable upgrade over standard options.
CONS
- • Mahogany construction can limit versatility compared to guitars with different tonewood combinations.
- • Vintage Cherry Sunburst finish might not appeal to players seeking a more understated aesthetic.
- • The shorter 24.75” scale length might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75")
Frets
20
Electronics
LR Baggs VTC
Weight
Approximately 5.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The VTC is known for its natural, uncolored amplified tone, a step above Gibson's older systems, offering better feedback resistance and clarity.
The neck profile is a slim taper, which helps compensate for the shorter scale, but players with very large hands might still find it slightly restrictive.
Yes, the 'Belly Up' bridge design contributes to a more lively and resonant tone, and it allows for better string vibration transfer, enhancing sustain.
