Gibson Hummingbird Special, Satin Vintage Sunburst

Full Description

Classic Hummingbird tone with a modern feel

The Gibson Hummingbird Special carries on the legacy of one of the most iconic acoustic guitars ever made. With a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, it delivers a warm, balanced tone with plenty of depth and articulation. The traditional scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance and sustain, making this guitar equally at home for delicate fingerpicking and bold, strumming chords. Its slightly thinner concert depth body offers a more focused low end while maintaining the rich tonal complexity that has made the Hummingbird a favourite for generations of musicians.

Enhanced comfort with a concert depth body

While the Hummingbird is known for its square-shouldered dreadnought design, the Hummingbird Special introduces a more ergonomic feel with its concert depth body. This slightly slimmer profile makes it easier to hold and play for extended periods, reducing fatigue for both seated and standing performances. The refined body shape also provides a more balanced sonic presence, giving the guitar a tighter bass response that sits perfectly in a mix. On stage, in the studio, or playing at home, this thoughtful design makes the Hummingbird Special an accessible and inviting instrument for any guitarist.

Premium craftsmanship and traditional Gibson details

Every Gibson acoustic guitar is handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana, using traditional methods that ensure outstanding quality and longevity. The Hummingbird Special features a utile neck, attached with a compound dovetail joint and secured using hot hide glue, a time-honoured construction technique that enhances sustain and resonance. The smooth rosewood fretboard, adorned with classic pearloid parallelogram inlays, offers effortless playability and a timeless aesthetic. Finished in satin nitrocellulose lacquer, this guitar allows the wood to breathe and age naturally, developing even more character over time.

Stage and studio-ready electronics

Designed with the modern performer in mind, the Hummingbird Special is equipped with an L.R. Baggs Element Bronze under-saddle pickup. This high-quality system captures the natural warmth and dynamics of the guitar while delivering a clear and articulate amplified tone. The discreet soundhole-mounted volume control allows for quick adjustments without affecting the guitar’s classic look. Plugged into an acoustic amplifier, PA system, or recording interface, this pickup ensures that the Hummingbird Special is always ready to shine in any setting.

Specifications

• Product Name: Gibson Hummingbird Special, Satin Vintage Sunburst
• Product Code: MCSSHBSPCVCS

Body

• Shape: Hummingbird
• Material: Solid mahogany
• Top: Solid Sitka spruce
• Back & sides: Solid mahogany
• Binding: Single-ply cream (top & back)

Neck & fretboard

• Neck material: Utile
• Neck profile: Round
• Nut width: 1.725” (43.815mm)
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale length: 24.75” (628.65mm)
• Number of frets: 20
• Nut: TUSQ
• Inlays: Pearloid parallelogram

Hardware & electronics

• Bridge: Traditional belly-up, rosewood
• Tuners: Grover Rotomatic
• Plating: Nickel
• Electronics: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze under-saddle pickup
• Controls: Soundhole-mounted volume
• Case: Premium softshell