Gibson L-00 Special Wine Red
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Gibson
L-00 Special Wine Red
Product Info
Article Number:
608727
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
L-00 Special Wine Red
Category:
Folk Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$2,198.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This L-00 Special is a beautifully crafted, smaller-bodied Gibson that really shines for fingerstyle players and those wanting a more intimate acoustic sound. The slim taper neck makes it a joy to play, and the LR Baggs pickup is surprisingly good for amplified performance. It's a premium instrument perfect for the serious hobbyist or gigging musician who values quality and a vintage-inspired feel.
Product Description
- Gibson L-00 Special Wine Red
- Steel-String Guitar
- Type: 00
- Top: Sitka spruce
- Back and Sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Neck profile: Slim taper
- Scale: 628 mm (24.75")
- Nut width 43.80 mm (1.725")
- Frets: 19
- Pickup: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze
- Bridge: Rectangle
- Mini Grover machine heads
- Colour: Wine Red
- Includes gig bag
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Sitka spruce top delivers bright, articulate projection and clarity.
- • Mahogany back/sides provide warmth and focused midrange response.
- • Slim taper neck profile offers comfortable playability for various hand sizes.
- • L.R. Baggs Element Bronze pickup system delivers amplified tone with natural character.
CONS
- • Wine Red finish might not appeal to players seeking more traditional aesthetics.
- • Smaller 00 body size limits bass response compared to larger dreadnoughts.
- • Premium-priced, placing it out of reach for budget-conscious players.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
628 mm (24.75")
Frets
19
Electronics
L.R. Baggs Element Bronze
Weight
5.8 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The L-00 has a more focused, less boomy tone; it's more suited for nuanced playing, while a dreadnought offers more overall volume and bass.
The slim taper is a welcome departure from some of Gibson’s chunkier neck profiles, offering a more modern and accessible feel.
The Element Bronze is quite versatile, handling both strumming and fingerpicking well, though heavy strumming might benefit from a little EQ adjustment when amplified.
