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$4,999.00
Guitar Center
$4,999.00
Reverb
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$12,137.99 5 available Used
Musician's Friend
$4,999.00
zZounds
$4,999.00
Thomann
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$4,199.00 $4,111.00 $88.00 · All time low
Gear4Music
£4,999.00

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Description

Immerse yourself in the vintage charm and rich, resonant tones of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature. This iconic acoustic guitar, renowned for its curvaceous jumbo body and unmistakable double pickguards, offers an unrivaled musical experience. Originally crafted with a sleek black finish, this model soon embraced the natural aesthetics in 1963, becoming a standard in 1968. Embrace a piece of history with this guitar, which saw a significant design change in mid '65 when the neck size was reduced. A prized piece in any musician's collection, the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature is a testament to Gibson's commitment to quality and innovation.

Key Features:

  • Iconic curvaceous jumbo body design
  • Distinctive double pickguards
  • Originally produced with a black finish; shifted to natural finish in 1963, becoming standard in 1968
  • Significant design change in mid '65 with a reduction in neck size
  • Years of Production: 1962 - 1972 (reintroduced in 1986 as the J-180)

Product specs

String Type Steel
Number of Strings 6
Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
Body Shape Everly Brothers J-180 Jumbo
Back & Sides Wood Maple
Top Wood Sitka Spruce
Binding Multi-ply
Neck Wood Mahogany
Neck Shape SlimTaper
Fingerboard Inlay Graduated Star
Number of Frets 20
Scale Length 24.75"
Nut Width 1.725"
Nut/Saddle Material Bone/Bone
Bridge Material Indian Rosewood
Tuning Machines Grover Rotomatics, 18:1
Electronics LR Baggs VTC
Case/Gig Bag Hardshell Case

FAQs

What is the body shape of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar?

The Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar features a Jumbo body shape, specifically designed for a rich and resonant sound.

What type of wood is used for the top of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature?

The top of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature is made from Sitka Spruce, known for its strong projection and clear tone.

Does the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature come with electronics for amplification?

Yes, the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature includes an LR Baggs VTC pickup system for high-quality acoustic-electric performance.

What is the neck profile of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature?

The neck of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature has a SlimTaper profile, providing a comfortable and fast playing experience.

What kind of tuning machines does the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature use?

The Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature is equipped with Grover Rotomatics tuning machines, offering precise tuning stability with an 18:1 gear ratio.

Reviews

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Comparisons

  • The Gibson J-180 shares similarities with the Billie Joe Armstrong Acoustic, implying a parallel in design and sound characteristics.

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  • The Billie Joe J-180 is nearly identical to the Everly Brothers model, differing primarily in truss rod covers and tuning peg colors.

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Features and functionality

  • Despite its appearance, the J-180 is a mini-jumbo size, akin to the J-185, offering a comfortable playing experience when seated.

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  • The guitar’s tuning pegs on the Billie Joe model are noted to be yellowy-clear, contrasting with the silver-grey pegs on some Everly Brothers models.

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User experience

  • An owner recounts the model's compactness and comfort, highlighting its suitability for players who value ease of handling.

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Critic Reviews

“It’s an exciting guitar and it has stood the test of time”: Gibson restores the Everly Brothers J-180 signature acoustic to its core Custom Shop lineup | MusicRadar

musicradar.com

“These guitars influenced generations of musicians and world-renowned artists”: Gibson has revived the Everly Brothers’ J-180 – an iconic acoustic used to inspire The Beach Boys, Beatles and beyond | Guitar World

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See how Jimmy Page uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Jimmy Page

Guitarist

Led Zeppelin

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In this Ultimate Guitar article Jimmy Page says, "I've got a Gibson Everly Brothers, which was given to me by Ronnie Wood [guitarist with the Rolling Stones]. That's the current favorite, but I don't take it on the road because it's a really personal guitar."

See how Billie Joe Armstrong uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Billie Joe Armstrong

Singer, Guitarist

Green Day

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Verified via YouTube

In the official music video for "21 Guns," Billie Joe Armstrong plays a Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar, identifiable by the absence of "BILLIE JOE" on the truss rod cover.

See how Kirk Hammett uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Kirk Hammett

Guitarist

Metallica

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At the 1:44:15 mark of the Gibson TV episode titled "The Collection: Kirk Hammett of Metallica," Kirk Hammett showcases his black 1964 Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar.

See how Paul McCartney uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Paul McCartney

Singer, Bassist

The Beatles

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Verified via YouTube

In this live performance, Paul can be seen playing an Everly Brothers J-180. Paul says in this Music Radar article "I just pick up what feels good on a given day. If I played a Martin yesterday, I may say, Oh, I'll play the Epiphone today, or, Wait a minute, let's get the Gibson Everly Brothers guitar out."

See how Dan Auerbach uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Dan Auerbach

Guitarist, Keyboardist

The Black Keys

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Verified via YouTube

In may 2017 Auerbach can be seen using a Gibson J-180 on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Auerbach also used J-180 Everly on "Waiting on a Song", live at Music Hall of Williamsburg, 2017, as well as2018 NPR perfromance.

See how Eddie Vedder uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Eddie Vedder

Singer, Guitarist

Pearl Jam

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Verified via YouTube

Eddie Vedder can be seen playing the guitar in this video as well as numerous tour videos in 2014-2015.

See how Bob Dylan uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Bob Dylan

Singer, Guitarist

Traveling Wilburys

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Verified via Photo

Lists at point 16 a few artists who have used the J-180.

'Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Neil Diamond, Cat Stevens, Roger Daltrey and even Madonna have played an Everly Brothers J-180 live.'

This link has a picture,

http://bobdylansgear.blogspot.co.uk/2011/02/gibson-j-180_21.html

See how Tom Petty uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Tom Petty

Guitarist, Singer

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

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In this photo, one can see Tom Petty with a Gibson Everly Brothers J-180.

See how Paul Weller uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Paul Weller

Singer, Guitarist

The Style Council

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Verified via MusicRadar

What guitars are you currently using?

"I've got a Gibson 12-string, which I've had for some time, and a J-45 I've also had for a while; they're the main ones. One that I got recently is the Gibson Everly Brothers; that sounds nice."

See how Mick Jagger uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Mick Jagger

Singer

The Rolling Stones

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Verified via YouTube

Mick Jagger is confirmed to have used the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar during a 2006 concert recording at the Beacon Theatre in New York. This is evidenced by a YouTube video titled "The Rolling Stones Acoustic Jam (Beacon Theatre, New York, 2006)" uploaded by RollingStones50yrs5, which captures the backstage acoustic jam session.

See how Richard Ashcroft uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Richard Ashcroft

Singer

The Verve

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Verified via Photo

In this user-uploaded image from Theartsdesk, Richard Ashcroft is seen performing on the main stage with a Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar.

See how Iggy Pop uses Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature

Iggy Pop

Singer, Composer

The Stooges

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Verified via YouTube

Pop can be seen playing a Gibson Everly Brothers guitar in this video.

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