Gibson J-165 Ec Rosewood Acoustic-Electric Guitar Antique Natural

The Gibson J-165 EC Rosewood is a welcome addition to Gibson's distinguished line of L-Series Small Body acoustics. For players wanting a comfortable, small-body acoustic with the tonal characteristics of a Jumbo, the J-165 EC answers the call. This acoustic-electric guitar has the same shape as Gibson's Jumbos, but with smaller dimensions.Body Tonewoods (back, sides, and top)The top of the Gibson J-165 EC Rosewood Modern Classic is made from AA-grade Sitka spruce, while the back and sides are constructed from AAA-grade Indian rosewood, giving it a deep, robust tone with all the brilliance and projection of the larger Jumbos. Selecting the right wood, and the formula to dry it out, are 2 cornerstones of Gibson's guitar-building process. Beginning with its first catalog in 1903, Gibson assured its customers that every guitar would be built using woods with "the most durable, elastic, and sonorous qualities," and today's guitars from Gibson Acoustic are no different.Nickel Grover Mini Rotomatic TunersGrover's original Rotomatic tuners are an engineering marvel, with abundant style and performance exactly suited for the J-165 EC Rosewood Acoustic Electric Guitar. With a gear ratio of 14:1, the mini Rotomatics deliver precision tuning in a durable housing that provides maximum protection for the gear and string post. All moving parts are cut for exact meshing, eliminating the possibility of slippage. A countersunk tension screw lets players regulate the tuning tension to any degree. A special lubricant inside the gear box provides smooth and accurate tuning stability.Crown Peghead LogoGibson put the first crown peghead logo on an ES-300 back in 1940, and it has graced the headstocks of many legendary Gibson guitars ever since, including today's J-165 EC Rosewood Modern Classic. Over the years, it has also been called a "thistle" because of the group of flowering plants with the sharp prickles, though Gibson has preferred to call it a "crown."Tapered Dovetail Neck JointThe dovetail neck joint is one of the oldestand b