{"product_id":"gibson-j-185-century-12-fret-vintage-amber-with-hardshell-case","title":"Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber with Hardshell Case","description":"\u003ch1\u003eGibson J-185 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber with Hardshell Case\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret: A focused 12-fret jumbo with warmth clarity and control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e12-Fret Jumbo Tone and Resonance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eA 12-fret design shifts the bridge deeper into the lower bout, increasing top movement and responsiveness. The result is a warmer, more open voice with enhanced low-end presence and a relaxed, articulate feel. It responds easily to a lighter touch while maintaining clarity and balance across the full range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSitka Spruce and Mahogany Tonewood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe Sitka spruce top provides strength and dynamic range while the mahogany back and sides shape the response with a focused midrange and controlled low end. This pairing delivers a clear fundamental with a dry, woody character that stays defined under both fingerstyle and strumming approaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSlimTaper Neck Feel and 12-Fret Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe SlimTaper 12-fret neck profile is fast without feeling thin, offering a consistent and comfortable grip. The dovetail joint at the 12th fret improves energy transfer into the body, giving the instrument a connected feel and a strong, even response across the fretboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Appointments and Satin Nitro Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe Vintage Amber satin nitrocellulose finish keeps the look understated while allowing the body to resonate freely. Details like the rosewood fingerboard, mother of pearl dot inlays, and oval teardrop pickguard reinforce a clean, traditional aesthetic without unnecessary flash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCentury Collection Build and Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eBuilt as part of the Century Collection, this model refines the J-185 platform with a 12-fret layout that emphasizes responsiveness and balance. The result is a guitar that feels deliberate in its design with a tone that is immediate, controlled, and musically useful in a wide range of settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Shape: J-185\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop Material: Sitka spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack Material: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSides Material: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Single ply top and back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Finish: Satin nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Material: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Profile: SlimTaper 12 fret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Joint: Dovetail at 12th fret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Material: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Radius: 12 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 24.75 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Material: Bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlays: Dot with mother of pearl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Rectangle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Material: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle Material: Bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pins: TUSQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Machines: Golden Age strap tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickguard: Oval teardrop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware Finish: Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Hardshell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis acoustic guitar ships fully insured with signature required.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45670660341951,"sku":"689659","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/5804\/files\/EMB2026APR28_Gibson_J_185_Century_12_Fret_Vintage_Amber_with_Hardshell_Case-69e95faf6854f_0d1300f7-4fd0-4ccc-94de-e4d7f125e391.jpg?v=1780172717","url":"https:\/\/fivestarguitars.com\/products\/gibson-j-185-century-12-fret-vintage-amber-with-hardshell-case","provider":"Five Star Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}