{"product_id":"pre-owned-gibson-j-185-century-12-fret-ebony-with-hardshell-case","title":"Pre-Owned Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret - Ebony with Hardshell Case","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePre-Owned Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret Ebony with Hardshell Case\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret: A Legendary Jumbo Reimagined\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGibson J-185 Century 12-Fret Acoustic Guitar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret offers a distinctive take on the celebrated J-185 design as part of the Century Collection celebrating 100 years of Gibson flat top acoustics. Moving the neck joint to the 12th fret places the bridge closer to the widest portion of the lower bout, allowing the soundboard to move freely and helping give this jumbo an expressive, richly resonant character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSitka Spruce and Mahogany Tonewoods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eA solid Sitka spruce top is paired with mahogany back and sides for a warm, articulate voice with excellent balance across the frequency range. The satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish complements the Ebony color with an understated appearance, while cream single ply binding, the early Gibson script logo, and oval teardrop pickguard give the instrument a vintage inspired aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComfortable 12 Fret Gibson Acoustic Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe mahogany neck features a SlimTaper 12 Fret profile designed for a fast, comfortable feel. A compound dovetail neck joint at the 12th fret is secured with hot hide glue, reflecting traditional Gibson acoustic construction methods. Combined with the shorter scale and relocated bridge position, the design lends itself naturally to expressive fingerstyle playing while remaining equally satisfying for light to moderate flatpicking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosewood Fingerboard and Premium Appointments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe bound rosewood fingerboard is appointed with mother of pearl dot inlays, while a rectangle rosewood bridge recalls the look of early Gibson flat tops. A bone nut and bone saddle contribute to note definition and sustain, and Golden Age strap tuners provide smooth, reliable tuning stability. Nickel hardware and TUSQ bridge pins complete the appointments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePre-Owned Condition and Included Hardshell Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThis pre owned Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret remains all original to the best of our knowledge. Pick scratches are visible above the soundhole along with light wear consistent with regular use. The cosmetic wear is documented in the photoset. A hardshell case and case candy are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-Owned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGibson J-185 Century 12-Fret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Shape: J-185\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop: Sitka Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSides: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle ply top and back binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSatin nitrocellulose lacquer finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMahogany neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlimTaper 12 Fret neck profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompound dovetail neck joint at the 12th fret with hot hide glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood fingerboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard frets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19 frets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMother of pearl dot inlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBone nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBone saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard radius: 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale length: 24.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood rectangle bridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolden Age strap tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTUSQ bridge pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval teardrop pickguard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll original to the best of our knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick scratches above the soundhole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight cosmetic wear consistent with regular use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCosmetic wear documented in the photoset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardshell case included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase candy included\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":46214279430335,"sku":"319814","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/5804\/files\/Pre_Owned_Gibson_J_185_Century_12_Fret_Ebony_with_Hardshell_Case-6aaae49b73645.jpg?v=1789593905","url":"https:\/\/fivestarguitars.com\/products\/pre-owned-gibson-j-185-century-12-fret-ebony-with-hardshell-case","provider":"Five Star Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}