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Gibson Murphy Lab Acoustics
Classic aged look now also for western guitars
The name Gibson has always stood for high-quality electric and western guitars. The electric guitars, manufactured in collaboration with the aging workshop Murphy Lab, impress with tastefully aged finishes and hardware and have delighted many guitarists with their very special, well-rehearsed Vintage sound. Now acoustic guitarists also have the chance to experience the unique sound of an aged Gibson guitar: The Gibson custom shop is introducing the Murphy Lab Acoustic Collection for the first time. Five classic Gibson models that look and sound like they are from a bygone era. These instruments aren't just a tribute to the priceless original models - they're essentially clones of them. From laser-measured and cut body dimensions to chemically recreated plastics down to the smallest detail, to color-coordinated sunburst shades, every element of the originals has been recreated in incredible detail. They are the result of decades of work by the custom shop team of experts.
Discover the Gibson Murphy Lab acoustic guitars in detail
What does Murphy Lab actually mean?
For 25 years, Tom Murphy has been reproducing the vibe and character of Vintage guitars. In collaboration with the master luthier, Gibson scientifically analyzed and chemically recreated the original brittle and brittle Gibson paint from the 1950/60s, which caused cracks under the finish . Each Murphy Lab-aged creation goes through its own journey through the custom shop and receives the Murphy Lab nitro finish, which is applied by hand. Each Murphy Lab craftsman has been trained by Tom Murphy to become an aging expert.
The instruments built in the Murphy Lab department are ultra-precise replicas of iconic Gibson models, perfectly mimicking the well-rehearsed feel of Golden Era Gibson guitars. This process has recently also been used on acoustic guitars. You can find the first results here:
The Gibson Murphy Lab Acoustic Collection models
With the Murphy Lab Acoustic Collection, Gibson is launching several well-known and popular acoustic guitar models in the style of bygone days. We have picked out the three most interesting ones for you and examined them extensively. Here we introduce you to the individual instruments:
1942 Banner J-45 Light Aged
The appeal and legend of the Gibson J-45 lives on in the new Murphy Lab 1942 Banner J-45 Light Aged. Inspired by the holy grail of Vintage acoustic instruments, Gibson's luthiers in Montana have crafted a J-45 that matches the most popular and famous version down to the smallest detail in terms of design and components . The new 1942-style Banner J-45 features a thermally aged Adirondack spruce top hand-finished with a period-style sunburst, Hide Glue top bracing for enhanced sound reproduction, and a high quality bone saddle.
The 1942 Banner J-45 is delivered in a historically correct, black leather case with a purple lining including a certificate of authenticity.
1957 SJ-200 Light Aged
The Gibson SJ-200 with a super jumbo body is also known as the "King of the Flat Tops". It unmistakably conveys the Vintage feel of the era that produced some of the most valuable Gibson acoustic instruments. This new custom shop 1957 SJ-200 Murphy Lab Light Aged combines special details. These include hand-selected, flamed maple wood for the bottom and sides, a bone nut and a Vintage Gibson style headstock. Additionally, the SJ-200 features aged white bindings, a Vintage 2-ring rosette and a thermally aged top for the perfect Vintage vibe. The Graduated Crowns made of mother-of-pearl literally crown the design. Of course, the characteristic, ornamented pickguard should not be missing.
The 1957 SJ-200 comes in a historically correct, brown hard-shell case with pink lining and a certificate of authenticity.
1960 Hummingbird Light Aged
The Hummingbird was introduced in 1960 as the first dreadnought western guitar with a square shoulder body from Gibson . It came onto the market at the beginning of a new era in music and was quickly discovered and played by the scene's most important musicians. The Gibson Murphy Lab 1960 Hummingbird Light Aged is constructed with a thermally aged Sitka spruce bottom and mahogany back and top . These details reflect the look and performance of this early Gibson icon. The used optics is underlined by the light aged nitro lacquer finish , which has fine cracks like a real Vintage guitar.
The 1960 Hummingbird is delivered in a historically correct, black hard-shell case with a yellow lining and a certificate of authenticity.
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