GottaBeGibson Posted January 5, 2009 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Gibson Acoustic, long known for providing the world of music with the most sought after acoustic instruments will debut a host of new models never before offered to the public along with the traditional Gibson Acoustic guitars, hand-crafted in Bozeman, Montana. The Gibson Acoustic SJ-200 Studio Modern Classic, SJ-200 Standard Modern Classic, J-45 Standard Modern Classic in Vintage Sunburst and Natural, J-45 Custom Modern Classic, Songwriter Dlx Standard Modern Classic and Songwriter Dlx Standard Cutaway Modern Classic will be among the newest models offered during the exhibit. - from a Gibson press release Interesting if not a tad confusing. Songwriter Deluxe Standard Modern Classic... it's deluxe, no it's standard, no it's a modern classic, no it's EVERYTHING rolled into one! I wonder if the Natural J-45 Standard Modern Classic spells the end of the J-50 (again). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powerpopper Posted January 5, 2009 Share Posted January 5, 2009 - from a Gibson press release Interesting if not a tad confusing. Songwriter Deluxe Standard Modern Classic... it's deluxe' date=' no it's standard, no it's a modern classic, no it's EVERYTHING rolled into one! I wonder if the Natural J-45 Standard Modern Classic spells the end of the J-50 (again). [/quote'] Damn, I'm confused. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-200 Koa Posted January 6, 2009 Share Posted January 6, 2009 How many ways can you take the same thing and make it different? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAMELEYE Posted January 6, 2009 Share Posted January 6, 2009 Plenty! Just look at what they've done with the Les Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinNoName Posted January 6, 2009 Share Posted January 6, 2009 Sheesh... I got confused enough shopping for my J45... and now there'll be more?!?! Gibson Songwriter deluxe standard super-dooper plain exciting average splendid cutaway my foot. (Although I'd still like to see, try and sniff. Yup, I am a hypocrite!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 333 Posted January 6, 2009 Share Posted January 6, 2009 I'm going to GUESS that the Standards will be acoustic only, while the other flavor MC will be acoustic/electric. Or vice-versa. Or something. Red 333 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jefleppard Posted January 6, 2009 Share Posted January 6, 2009 are there any links that preview this stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GottaBeGibson Posted January 6, 2009 Author Share Posted January 6, 2009 are there any links that preview this stuff? Not that I've found. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GottaBeGibson Posted January 8, 2009 Author Share Posted January 8, 2009 Gibson's updated the acoustic products section with the new lineup. The "Modern Classic" tag seems to have been dropped. Other than that: SJ-200 Studio is an SJ-150. SJ-100 is no more. The J-50 is gone again, replaced by the J-45 Standard in Antique Natural finish (though no pic, likely has the J-45 sized guard). J-45 Custom is a tarted up J-45 Rosewood, which it replaces. Arrowhead top binding and new abalone flourish on the headstock. There's a Kris Kristofferson Southern Jumbo now. Songwriter Deluxe line now has Standard, Custom, and Studio tags (and EC versions for each) - but it's basically a difference in inlays and bridge styles. No 12-string Songwriter. J-185 True Vintage is gone. J-185 only showing in Antique Natural - no Vintage Sunburst. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidbg63 Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Okay a new standard modern classic vintage.....studio players model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinNoName Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Oh my.... That J-200 studio looks really good -nice n'understated.... In saying that, the J45 custom and Kristofferson look a bit cool too. Damn, why do they do this!?!?! Incidentally, I see they are doing a Maple dread masterbilt, and square shoulder R/W now too... I bet they're gonna be as rare as rocking horse do-do in the UK! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertjohn Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I think we have all become obsolete! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I like my Standard True Studio Classic Modern Vintage Custom Historic Signature Cutaway Shop Collection SJ200 just fine! No need for an upgrade here, but it is nice to have options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-200 Koa Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 From what I can see: Super Jumbos: SJ-300 becomes J-200 Custom with more abalone; SJ-150 becomes J-200 Studio; SJ-100 disappears. Square Shoulders: Dove disappears Round Shoulders: I have tired head and can't wade through the round shoulders yet....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Navajo Chief Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Someone send me one of those Kristofferson's...Any photos? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jefleppard Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I like my Standard True Studio Classic Modern Vintage Custom Historic Signature Cutaway Shop Collection SJ200 just fine! No need for an upgrade here' date=' but it is nice to have options.[/quote'] lol! even with all the blended features i can still see some of us swapping out something on one of these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertjohn Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 No 12-string Songwriter. I concur. There are no 12 strings on the revamped (and very slow) website. I'm a huge fan of the 12 string acoustic. This is a sad day for me. I know there are plenty of alternative makers and some arguably better than Gibson but even so.........Gibson not making a 12 string! Is this your future strategy Gibson? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onewilyfool Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I like my Standard True Studio Classic Modern Vintage Custom Historic Signature Cutaway Shop Collection SJ200 just fine! No need for an upgrade here' date=' but it is nice to have options.[/quote'] Jinder, you forgot "luthier's choice"........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eots Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 The pitch on the tuner hold down screws will now be 1930's pattern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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