Experience the harmonious blend of tradition and innovation with the Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood. This acoustic-electric guitar is an artful reimagining of a classic, designed for musicians who demand both style and substance. Its slightly scaled-down Jumbo body, crafted from solid Sitka spruce and rosewood, offers a rich, resonant sound with balanced lows, mids, and highs, making it a stellar choice for both live performances and studio recordings. The Venetian cutaway enhances accessibility, allowing you to reach those higher frets with ease.

The advanced mahogany neck, with its Advanced Response profile, ensures comfort and smooth playability, so you can transition seamlessly from gentle strumming to intricate fingerpicking. This model is factory Plek’d for flawless fretwork, ensuring exceptional intonation and playability right out of the box.

For those who perform on stage, the onboard LR Baggs VTC electronics offer a natural, dynamic amplified tone that retains the guitar’s acoustic integrity. Each note you play is captured with precision, thanks to the low-profile undersaddle transducer and intuitive soundhole controls.

Whether you're strumming powerful rhythms or delicately picking melodies, the Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood delivers a sound that is both familiar and refreshingly modern.

Key Features:

• Solid Sitka spruce top and rosewood back and sides
• Advanced Response mahogany neck with a 16" radius rosewood fingerboard
• Venetian cutaway for easy access to higher frets
• Onboard LR Baggs VTC electronics for superior amplified tone
• Factory Plek’d for perfect playability
• Traditional hand-scalloped advanced X-bracing
• Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners for precise tuning

Product specs

FAQs

What type of wood is used for the Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood's body?

The Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood features a Sitka spruce top with rosewood back and sides, offering a rich and balanced tonal quality.

What kind of pickup system does the Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood use?

This guitar is equipped with an L.R. Baggs VTC undersaddle pickup, which includes single volume and tone controls for versatile amplified sound.

Is the Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood suitable for live performances?

Yes, with its active preamp and L.R. Baggs VTC pickup, the Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood is well-suited for live performances, providing clear and dynamic sound.

How does the neck of the Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood feel for playability?

The guitar features an Advanced Response mahogany neck with a 16” radius rosewood fretboard, offering a comfortable and smooth playing experience.

Does the Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood come with a case?

Yes, the Gibson J-185 EC Modern Rosewood comes with a Gibson hardshell case and an accessory kit for protection and convenience.