Gibson Hummingbird Special - Satin Vintage Cherry Sunburst with Gig Bag

The Gibson Hummingbird Special - A USA-made acoustic with timeless tone and modern comfort

Iconic square-shoulder acoustic design with vintage-inspired style

The Gibson Hummingbird Special blends classic aesthetics with modern playability in a way that few guitars can match. Crafted in Bozeman, Montana, this square-shouldered dreadnought sports the unmistakable Hummingbird silhouette, accented by single-ply cream binding on the top and back. The satin nitrocellulose lacquer in Satin Vintage Cherry Sunburst gives it a warm, vintage glow that looks as rich as it sounds. Topping it off is a simplified version of the iconic Hummingbird pickguard—subtle, yet instantly recognizable.

Solid tone woods for rich, balanced acoustic tone

The Hummingbird Special features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with solid mahogany back and sides, a time-honored combination known for delivering a warm, full-bodied voice with strong midrange presence and clear articulation. Traditional scalloped X-bracing inside the body enhances projection and responsiveness, while the slightly thinner "concert depth" body lends a tighter, more focused low end. Whether you're strumming big open chords or picking subtle fingerstyle arrangements, this guitar sings with character and balance.

Comfortable neck profile and smooth rosewood fingerboard

The utile neck has a comfortable Round profile that feels familiar and easy to play, whether you're working through a long gig or casual couch session. A rosewood fingerboard with a 12-inch radius offers smooth playability across all 20 frets. Classic pearloid parallelogram inlays complete the look, providing the distinctive Hummingbird vibe while helping you navigate the fingerboard with ease. Like all Gibson acoustics, the neck is joined to the body with a traditional compound dovetail joint and secured with hot hide glue for optimal tone transfer.

Stage-ready electronics with L.R. Baggs Element Bronze pickup

The Hummingbird Special isn’t just a studio or living room beauty—it’s built for the stage, too. With an onboard L.R. Baggs Element Bronze under-saddle pickup and a discreet soundhole-mounted volume control, you can plug in and perform with natural-sounding tone and clarity. Whether you're playing a solo set or tracking in the studio, this pickup system preserves the warmth and dynamics of the guitar’s voice with impressive accuracy.

Premium appointments and gig-ready portability

Details like Grover Rotomatic tuners and a traditional belly-up rosewood bridge ensure stable tuning and reliable performance wherever you go. The TUSQ nut, saddle, and bridge pins further enhance consistency and tonal integrity. And when it’s time to hit the road, the included premium soft shell case keeps your investment protected in style.

Specifications

• Body Shape: Hummingbird

• Top: Solid Sitka Spruce

• Back and Sides: Solid Mahogany

• Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer in Satin Vintage Cherry Sunburst

• Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-bracing

• Binding: Single Ply Cream, Top and Back

• Neck: Utile

• Neck Profile: Round

• Scale Length: 24.75"

• Nut Width: 1.725"

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Fingerboard Radius: 12"

• Number of Frets: 20

• Inlays: Pearloid Parallelogram

• Bridge: Traditional Belly Up, Rosewood

• Saddle: TUSQ

• Nut: TUSQ

• Bridge Pins: TUSQ

• Tuners: Grover Rotomatic

• Hardware Plating: Nickel

• Electronics: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze Under Saddle Pickup

• Controls: Soundhole-mounted Volume

• Case: Premium Soft Shell Gig Bag

This acoustic guitar ships fully insured with signature required.