Twang Gang Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 Got a Hummingbird Original in the antique natural finish today from Sweetwater: Had the rosewood/spruce combination covered so thought I'd see how I liked mahogany. It is great. Fit and finish seem flawless, I can't find anything wrong. Love the short scale and the neck profile, very comfortable for someone who has played Gibsons for many years. Guitar is very resonant, with good sustain and volume (not as loud as my Collings, but close), excellent string definition and balance of low, mid, and highs. It has LR Baggs VCT system which is not quite as flexible as the Anthem that was in a J200 I had for awhile, but it provides an accurate reproduction of the acoustic tones. I've only had it about 3 hours but can't hardly put it down. Believe it's a keeper 😁 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 well dang, if that aint just drop dead gorgeous, I don't know what is! Enjoy dude!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hall Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 (edited) Well done! Enjoy. edit: Yea, just looked again, pretty. Hope it sounds as good! Edited September 18, 2020 by Hall positive comment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALD323 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 Simply stunning! Love the natural finish on yours too! Beautiful run out free top also! I also just bought a new Hummingbird just two months ago, a heritage cherry model. Gibson is really shining a bright light on an absolutely iconic guitar! Enjoy it, I can't put mine down either! And here it is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave F Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 2 hours ago, Twang Gang said: Beautiful! Enjoy it! Congratulations! I've always felt that the Hummingbird was made for tulip tuners. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobouz Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 Lovely instrument - Congrats & Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 Beautiful ‘bird! Congrats & enjoy. 😎 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortyearspickn Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 (edited) I'm sure it sounds as good as it looks. They are distinctive. NOTHING else sounds close. And nothing else sounds as good. CONGRATS ! Those tulip tuners, engraved torque cover and blonde face - Many feel the H'Bird is the most beautiful acoustic made. This one is even better ! Edited September 19, 2020 by fortyearspickn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 Hail for the new Bird - pleased to hear it sounds, feels and looks right. Give it some time to find itself and develop a top-tan, then you'll be on your way forever. ALD232 - glad you still enjoy yours too. They are hypnotic guitars and to have one around is a soothing factor in life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
62burst Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 (edited) Congrats on the new Hummingbird- the natural finish on yours really lets that nice spruce top show through, and lets the colors of Hartford Snyder's pickguard design show through as well. Of course, we'd always love to hear a clip of one of the best strummer guitars out there.🙂 17 hours ago, Dave F said: . . . I've always felt that the Hummingbird was made for tulip tuners. . . . complements the color of the top, too. Also- a UV lamp, or leaving it in a sunny non-summer window could be used to move things in that direction. Or, you could just- 11 hours ago, E-minor7 said: Give it some time to find itself and develop a top-tan, then you'll be on your way forever. Just thinking how some day your new baby 'bird will look like the faded blonde in Juan Carlos' Keef post: https://forum.gibson.com/topic/159691-keef’s-blonde-bird-still-makes-music/ Enjoy your ngd weekend Edited September 19, 2020 by 62burst Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly campbell Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 Congratulations! She is a beauty. I have a burst and just love the Naturals as well...Enjoy yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuestionMark Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 Beautiful guitar! Enjoy! QM aka “Jazzman” Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 Stunning!! Natural top birds have always been my favourite. Absolutely gorgeous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoSoxBiker Posted September 20, 2020 Share Posted September 20, 2020 Congrats! Mighty fine looking guitar. Hummingbirds are such fun. Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sacdubro Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 Congrats that's a beautiful H-bird enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EuroAussie Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 (edited) There's something special and pure about the natural Hummingbird, unlike her tarty, attention seeking burst' sister. Will look amazing in 10-15 years when that top darkens and a few decent dings get into that wood. Glad you got her with the Tulip tuners, for me its Tulips or nothing on a Hummingbird, like the J-200. Edited September 21, 2020 by EuroAussie The Tulips ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul14 Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 Love the natural Finnish too. My favorite. Congratulations on that Hummingbird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olie Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 Call me old fashioned but that red burst to me is quintessential "Hummingbird". You can't mistake it for anything else. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EuroAussie Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 On 9/22/2020 at 1:31 AM, olie said: Call me old fashioned but that red burst to me is quintessential "Hummingbird". You can't mistake it for anything else. Old fashioned. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olie Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 Hey! That was supposed to be rhetorical. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortyearspickn Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 37 minutes ago, olie said: Hey! That was supposed to be rhetorical. OK, You're rhetorical not old fashioned. Make up your mind! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olie Posted September 23, 2020 Share Posted September 23, 2020 Can't you be both? I detect the P.C. Police. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holiday Hoser Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 I haven't had anything that new since my baby boy (now 30 years old) Now put some wear on that beauty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortyearspickn Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 22 hours ago, olie said: Can't you be both? I detect the P.C. Police. Lighten up Dude. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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