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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
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What is the body shape of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar?
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The Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar features a Jumbo body shape, specifically designed for a rich and resonant sound.
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What type of wood is used for the top of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature?
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The top of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature is made from Sitka Spruce, known for its strong projection and clear tone.
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Does the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature come with electronics for amplification?
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Yes, the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature includes an LR Baggs VTC pickup system for high-quality acoustic-electric performance.
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What is the neck profile of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature?
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The neck of the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature has a SlimTaper profile, providing a comfortable and fast playing experience.
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What kind of tuning machines does the Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature use?
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The Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature is equipped with Grover Rotomatics tuning machines, offering precise tuning stability with an 18:1 gear ratio.
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Pop can be seen playing a Gibson Everly Brothers guitar in this video.
Albert Lee mentions using a Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar, along with his 1974 Martin 000-28, Collings OM2, and a Gibson J200 from Don Everly, as detailed in a 1999 Riffinteractive lesson.
The Tallest Man On Earth uses a natural Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar without pickguard, as evidenced by his performance in the "Live At Chicago Music Exchange | CME Sessions" video by Chicago Music Exchange on YouTube, where he plays this guitar during his acoustic session.
In this video (10:50), VH's technician says that Sammy Hagar uses "the black one here, the Everly Brothers Gibson" during the "Finish What Ya Started" performances. https://youtu.be/7KZWmxWq3UI?t=663
In this photo, Walla is seen playing Gibson Everly Brothers signature.
Roger Daltrey is seen playing a Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar in a photo included in the Billboard article titled "The Who's Roger Daltrey Plots North American 'Tommy' Tour." He also performed with this guitar at Glastonbury. The guitar is identifiable by the Everly Brothers name on the headstock. While the picture in the article shows the guitar appearing all black, other photos reveal its distinctive red detailing.
"1964 Gibson Everly Brothers." is listed in the article as used by Tom
In this photo, Madonna is seen using Gibson Everly Gibson Everly Brothers Signature J-180.
In a MusicRadar article by Joe Bosso, Cat Stevens is pictured playing a Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature guitar.
In this live photo, Rodgers can be seen playing a Gibson J200 Don Everly.
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Album Usage
The Gibson J-180 Everly Brothers Signature has been featured on the following albums:
Zombie (Acoustic)
YungBlud (2025)
Old Friend
Jonathan Tyler (2020)
The Running Styles of New York
The Tallest Man On Earth (2019)
Waiting on a Song
Dan Auerbach (2017)
Take A Back Road
Rodney Atkins (2011)
21st Century Breakdown
Green Day (2009)
Metallica (Remastered)
Metallica (1991)
Ride The Lightning (Remastered)
Metallica (1984)
Kill 'Em All (Remastered)
Metallica (1983)
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