generaldreedle Posted February 18, 2018 Share Posted February 18, 2018 After a confusing search to replace my j45 custom because it was too much like my D28, I was surprised to find then buy a southern jumbo after mainly looking at a hummingbird and J200. Four months in and I'm so grateful, it's so versatile I don't think there's anything it can't do- I've played blues, slide, bluegrass, 70s rolling Stones songs (all badly), and it can do it all. Also after experimentation the strings it came with are the best, although I may try Martin retros. Just wonder why it is not as well known as the Gibson iconic models? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted February 18, 2018 Share Posted February 18, 2018 I’ve never owned an SJ but have loved every one I’ve played. Great to hear you’re still bubbling about yours, Gen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted February 18, 2018 Share Posted February 18, 2018 Great report..I owned one too and I miss mine. Savor it and keep it and don’t give in to any GAS fits! Ask me how I know.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zombywoof Posted February 18, 2018 Share Posted February 18, 2018 Yeah, I owned a 1956 SJ and still miss it as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generaldreedle Posted February 18, 2018 Author Share Posted February 18, 2018 Great report..I owned one too and I miss mine. Savor it and keep it and don’t give in to any GAS fits! Ask me how I know.... I'll try-- my GAS that led to this purchase was the realization that I had two great guitars and they sounded too similar and I wanted the thumpiness of a Gibson Mahogany, I don't see giving that up but I am old enough to not make promises, I may lose my mind!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lars68 Posted February 19, 2018 Share Posted February 19, 2018 I think the SJ is less well know simply because it competes with the J-45, which is essentially the same guitar but can be had for less money. To me, the SJ is the perfect cosmetic guitar design, and the most beautiful guitar in the world. I happily paid the upcharge to get this look when I got my SJ six years ago. Lars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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