With a full complement of ornate cosmetic details, the Gibson Hummingbird was Gibson's second most expensive production acoustic when it premiered in 1960. The Hummingbird deviated from older Gibson dreadnoughts designs in its use of square shoulders instead of the rounded shoulders found on models like the J-45. Largely due to its striking visual flair, the Hummingbird remains one of Gibson's most iconic acoustics.
Years of Production: 1960 - present
Body Style: Dreadnought
Wood Composition: Mahogany back and sides, Mahogany neck, Spruce top
Design Elements: Square shoulders, long ornate pickguard, deep set neck, adjustable bridge saddle, double parallelogram inlays
Notable Players: John McLoughlin, Jimmy Page, Keith Richards
Brand: Gibson
Model: Hummingbird
Finish: Natural
Year: 1974
Made In: United States
Back Material: Mahogany
Body Shape: Dreadnought
Fretboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Material: Mahogany
Number of Frets: 20
Number of Strings: 6-String
Series: Gibson Kalamazoo Factory Era
Sides Material: Mahogany
String Type: Steel
Top Material: Spruce