Gibson L-00 LH Standard VSB

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Gibson L-00 LH Standard VSB

Gibson

L-00 LH Standard VSB

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 497016
Brand: Gibson
Model: L-00 LH Standard VSB
Price: $2,858.90

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This L-00 LH is a beautifully crafted, smaller-bodied Gibson with a lovely vintage vibe. The solid top gives it plenty of headroom, and the LR Baggs pickup is surprisingly useful. It's perfect for fingerstyle players, blues enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a comfortable, intimate acoustic experience – especially left-handed players who often have fewer high-quality options.

Product Description

  • Gibson L-00 LH Standard VSB
  • Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
  • Left-handed model
  • Top: solid Sitka spruce
  • Back: Mahogany
  • Sides: Mahogany
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard inlays: Mother-of-Pearl
  • Scale: 629 mm
  • Nut width: 43.8 mm
  • 19 Frets
  • LR Baggs VTC pickup system
  • Machine heads: Mini Grover
  • Colour: Vintage Sunburst
  • Includes hard shell case
PROS
  • • Solid Sitka spruce top delivers balanced, articulate vintage tone.
  • • Mahogany back and sides contribute to a warm, focused sonic character.
  • • LR Baggs VTC pickup offers respectable amplified performance for stage or recording.
  • • Mini Grover tuners provide stable tuning and a vintage aesthetic appeal.
CONS
  • • Mahogany construction can lack the projection of a rosewood-backed guitar.
  • • The shorter scale length might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
  • • Premium-priced, positioning it out of reach for budget-conscious players.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Mahogany
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Rosewood
Scale Length 629 mm (24.76 in)
Frets 19
Electronics LR Baggs VTC pickup system
Weight Approximately 5.8 lbs (2.63 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The VTC is a solid, reliable choice for basic amplification, but it's not a high-end system; expect a more natural, less processed tone than some of Gibson’s more premium pickups.
The neck profile is a slim taper, which is generally comfortable, but the shorter scale length can feel a bit snug for those with very large hands, impacting reach and string spacing.
The L-00 offers a more focused, intimate sound compared to the broader, more resonant tone of a J-45; it’s less about booming bass and more about nuanced detail and clarity.

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