Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber
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Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber
Columbia, MO
2609 E Broadway #206
Columbia MO 65201
United States
Joplin, MO
1202 S Rangeline Rd
Suite #6
Joplin MO 64801
United States
O'Fallon, MO
4689 State Hwy K
O'Fallon MO 63368
United States
Overland Park, KS
11625 Metcalf Avenue
Overland Park KS 66210
United States
Springfield, MO
1560 East Raynell Place
Springfield MO 65804
United States
Wichita, KS
2300 E Lincoln St
Wichita KS 67211
United States
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Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber
The Gibson L-00 has been a cornerstone of the small-body acoustic world since the early 1930s, famously celebrated in Gibson’s 1934 catalog for its "perfect balance." This new Century Collection edition, marking 100 years of Gibson flat-tops, takes that legendary parlor feel and refines it with a 12-fret neck-to-body joint. By shifting the bridge plate into a more central, resonant "sweet spot" on the soundboard, this guitar delivers a warm, articulate, and lively tonality that responds beautifully to a nuanced touch. Whether you are fingerpicking in your living room or recording in the studio, the L-00 Century offers a punchy, fundamental-strong voice that has made the L-Series a favorite for generations of blues and folk players.
Constructed with a classic pairing of a Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides, this guitar provides a crisp, clear high end balanced by the woody warmth mahogany is known for. The mahogany neck features a comfortable Slim Taper profile and is secured with a traditional compound dovetail joint using hot hide glue—a meticulous build technique used throughout Gibson’s premium acoustic range. Visually, the guitar is a vintage dream, finished in a hand-applied satin nitrocellulose lacquer and adorned with period-correct touches like the early-1900s script logo, Golden Age strap tuners, and a rosewood sloped-rectangle bridge.
Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?
Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.
The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.
Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!
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Gibson L-00 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber
The Gibson L-00 has been a cornerstone of the small-body acoustic world since the early 1930s, famously celebrated in Gibson’s 1934 catalog for its "perfect balance." This new Century Collection edition, marking 100 years of Gibson flat-tops, takes that legendary parlor feel and refines it with a 12-fret neck-to-body joint. By shifting the bridge plate into a more central, resonant "sweet spot" on the soundboard, this guitar delivers a warm, articulate, and lively tonality that responds beautifully to a nuanced touch. Whether you are fingerpicking in your living room or recording in the studio, the L-00 Century offers a punchy, fundamental-strong voice that has made the L-Series a favorite for generations of blues and folk players.
Constructed with a classic pairing of a Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides, this guitar provides a crisp, clear high end balanced by the woody warmth mahogany is known for. The mahogany neck features a comfortable Slim Taper profile and is secured with a traditional compound dovetail joint using hot hide glue—a meticulous build technique used throughout Gibson’s premium acoustic range. Visually, the guitar is a vintage dream, finished in a hand-applied satin nitrocellulose lacquer and adorned with period-correct touches like the early-1900s script logo, Golden Age strap tuners, and a rosewood sloped-rectangle bridge.
Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?
Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.
The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.
Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!