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Description

The Gibson Howard Roberts is a semi-hollowbody electric guitar that embodies the blend of jazz sophistication and rock versatility. Crafted with the dedicated musician in mind, this guitar pays homage to the legendary jazz guitarist Howard Roberts, offering a distinctive voice that stands out in any ensemble. Its semi-hollowbody design provides a rich, resonant sound with enhanced sustain, making it ideal for jazz, blues, and rock genres.

Featuring a floating mini-humbucker, the Gibson Howard Roberts delivers clear, articulate tones that can cut through any mix. The guitar's construction includes a laminated maple top and back, which not only enhances its tonal characteristics but also ensures durability. Its C-shaped neck profile allows for comfortable playability, catering to both rhythm and lead players. The guitar is adorned with classic appointments, including vintage-style tuners and a trapeze tailpiece, adding to its timeless aesthetic.

This guitar is not just about beauty; it's built for performance. The Gibson Howard Roberts offers a warm, expressive sound with a touch of vintage charm, making it a reliable choice for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Whether you're playing smooth jazz lines or gritty rock riffs, this guitar promises to deliver.

Key Features:

  • Semi-hollowbody design for rich, resonant sound
  • Floating mini-humbucker for clear, articulate tones
  • Laminated maple top and back for enhanced durability
  • C-shaped neck profile for comfortable playability
  • Vintage-style tuners and trapeze tailpiece for classic aesthetics
  • Ideal for jazz, blues, and rock genres
The Fellowship of Acoustics

The Fellowship of Acoustics

Gibson Howard Roberts Custom 1974 at The Fellowship of Acoustics

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Gibson Howard Roberts Custom 1974 at The Fellowship of Acoustics

The Fellowship of Acoustics

The Fellowship of Acoustics

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Interesting High-End Tone - Very "Chimey" | 1973 Gibson Howard Roberts Custom | Jazz Guitar Review

Rich Severson

Rich Severson

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1974 Gibson Howard Roberts Custom

Lawman Guitars

Lawman Guitars

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Mods and upgrades

  • Seymour Duncan Benedetto pickups are a popular upgrade for enhanced tone.

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Features and functionality

  • The notable cutaway design enhances playability in higher frets, often praised for its unique look.

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  • The tailpiece is confirmed as stock, contributing to its classy aesthetic.

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User experience

  • The neck is frequently highlighted for its exceptional feel and playability, drawing positive attention from players.

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See how Joe Bonamassa uses Gibson Howard Roberts

Joe Bonamassa

Singer, Guitarist

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

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"1972 Gibson Howard Roberts. A very unique guitar and part of the 1960?s thru 70?s signature model series that saw models go to Trini Lopez, Barney Kessel, Tal Farlow among others. This is a jazz guitar tried and true. The single neck pickup yields a mellow tone ideal for most music you find in the 88.1 to 89.3 range on your radio dial. Later on in the 1970?s Gibson made a Howard Roberts fusion that was smaller and had two pickups. This was most likely a response to the fusion craze that swept the music business at that time. A rare find in cherry red this guitar is certain conversation piece on any guitar geek night and jazz guitarist work horse," says Joe Bonamassa, on his website.

See how John Scofield uses Gibson Howard Roberts

John Scofield

Guitarist, Composer

Medeski Martin & Wood

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"I have a 1963 ES-335 that I got a long time ago, and I recently got a 1962 ES-330 that I really like. I’ve got an old Fender Telecaster, the guitar I bought in high school that somebody resold me about 10 years ago, and I have some Custom Shop Fenders. I have a nice old Gibson Howard Roberts as well. But I mainly play those Ibanez guitars because I’m used to them, and I really like the way they sound and feel."

See how Gilad Hekselman uses Gibson Howard Roberts

Gilad Hekselman

Guitarist

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See how Joel Hoekstra uses Gibson Howard Roberts

Joel Hoekstra

Guitarist

Whitesnake

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Joel Hoekstra is shown with a Gibson Howard Roberts semi-hollowbody electric guitar in a photo available on Flickr.

See how Rotem Sivan uses Gibson Howard Roberts

Rotem Sivan

Guitarist

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See how Ian O'Neil uses Gibson Howard Roberts

Ian O'Neil

Guitarist

Deer Tick

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"When I was tour with Titus Andronicus in Europe, I had my Fender Thinline Tele stolen. Deer Tick's label head gave me his ‘70s Howard Roberts Gibson Fusion, which I love and will always cherish."

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