2021 Gibson G-00 Flattop Guitar

The G-00 is a newer offering from Gibson and is basically a very stripped-down take on the '30s L-00 model. It shares the same body outline, scale length, and overall vibe as its '30s forebear, but has no binding, a natural satin finish, walnut (vs. mahogany) back and sides, and a friggin soundport on the bass-side upper bout's side. Yes -- soundports work and it is more enjoyable playing a guitar with one, but the visual thing does take getting used-to.

It's an old "depression special" made new for a modern audience. Do I like that? Well, yes I do like that. I think this thing sounds pretty similar to the midsy, punchy, fingerpicker-centric L-00s of the past while having maybe a slightly brighter, more snappy sound. It's still the woody Gibson thing, though, and if you're looking for "big guitar" warmth, move on. Where it differs most in "feel" from a vintage L-00 is its more-modern C neck profile, 1 11/16" nut width, and shallower fretboard radius.

All I had to do was give it a quick setup before popping it into the racks in the store, as this guy came in on consignment. It plays spot-on and is ready to go.

Repairs included: minor setup.

Top wood: solid spruce

Back & sides wood: solid black walnut w/mild figure

Bracing type: x

Bridge: ebony

Fretboard: ebony

Neck wood: mahogany

Action height at 12th fret: 3/32” bass 1/16” treble (fast, spot-on)
String gauges: 54w-12 lights

Neck shape: medium C

Board radius: 14"

Truss rod: adjustable

Neck relief: straight

Fret style: medium

Scale length: 24 5/8"

Nut width: 1 11/16"

Body width: 14 3/4"

Body depth: 4"

Weight: 3 lbs 12 oz

Condition notes: it's essentially brand-new save one tiny scratch near the top screw of the truss rod cover on the headstock. Said truss cover is walnut-veneer ply, interestingly.

It comes with: its original gigbag.