Gibson special was built with the same body outline as the l1, but the depth was increased to over 4. Gibson acoustic guitars come in the following styles. New listing 2001 gibson nick lucas reissue acoustic guitar. Unfollow gibson vintage reissue to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Jul 23, 2014 the nick lucas model is gibson s landmark small body guitar that aided the growth in popularity of the acoustic guitar during the rise of radio and tv in the late 1920s. This one is signed by renown luthier ren ferguson and crafted from brazilian rosewood and adirondack spruce with a 14 fret neck. This guitar has an unusually dark sunburst, possibly by special order, that is sultry and sexy, the 14fret neck is an example of the best of gibson s v necks. Second hand gibson nick lucas acoustic guitars rich tone music. While a designated section of the company dubbed a custom shop wasnt started until 1986, gibson was always willing to work with artists from the 1920s through the the 1950s to create a special oneoff request, such as the nick lucas model, roy smeck stage deluxe, or technically the les paul a signature instrument for none other. Maple back and sides, 14 58 wide, vintage sunburst finishes and were signed by ren ferguson only a 100 were made. Whenever the topic of great sounding guitars comes up, the gibson nick lucas special always gets cited as one of the best.
Gibson nick lucas reissue brazillian rosewood demo by mash duration. Skip to main content skip to footer site51663001 used 1663001 gibson nick lucas reissue acoustic electric guitar. The headstock is inlaid with gibson in script and a fleurdelys and is stamped to the reverse made in the. From the front, the nick lucas special has the silhouette of an l00 but. The nick lucas is a deep body model that was introduced in 1927 and was primarily a 6 string guitar. Gibson s collaboration with nick lucas gave birth to a majestic and powerful model. An extraspecial edition, the 1960 les paul special double cut reissue features a pair of mean, fiery p90s which create tones ranging from sparkling cleans to. A 28 would have a short two tier bridge with a spare pin behind the ones in use, then they went to a rectangular bridge in 2930, then in 31 the body shape changed. The result was the nick lucas special which had a deeper body to accommodate his complex playing style which required more upfront lower frequencies. I hope someone will be able to provide me with some information regarding a 1977 gibson les paul special 1955 reissue guitar that im considering on purchasing. Gibson used, 2001 nick lucas mandolin brothers, ltd. Anyone else have one with adirondack top or any other wood. His most popular song was tiptoe through the tulips, which was a massive hit in 1929 and it hit the charts again. This year, gibson is bringing back this special acoustic in a limited edition model called the nick lucas grande which they dub as a historic onceinalifetime instrument.
Gibson nick lucas 2001 reissuemade at the bozeman plant, ma, usajune 12nd, 2001production number. Heres a very cool gibson nick lucas signature limited edition. The nick lucas model is gibsons landmark small body guitar that aided the growth in popularity of the acoustic guitar during the rise of radio and tv in the late 1920s. Buy gibson nick lucas grande at our online guitar shop. Nick lucas reissue gibson acoustic gibson brands forums. A rare, allblack, small bodied nick lucas special from 1935. An extra special edition, the 1960 les paul special double cut reissue features a pair of mean, fiery p90s which create tones ranging from sparkling cleans to. Buy the gibson nick lucas grande 2016 and get free delivery.
To help answer general questions about a vintage nick lucas gibson go here. Made in bozeman usa 1990 rosewood, bone nut table spruce rosewood fingerboard, 45 mm round with a slight radius, fairly thick. Gibson l100 nick lucas custom limited edition used 2014. The nick lucas special pictured below dates from the late 20s. Gibson nick lucas special acoustic guitar, vintage 1935.
The gibson nick lucas koa elite honey burst has a solid adirondack red spruce top, premium aaa solid koa back and sides, mahogany neck, rosewood fretboard, nick lucas mop inlays, waverly gold open back tuners, rosewood rectangle bridge, incl. This guitar has a uniquely strong midrange paired with exceptional string to string separation making it a great choice for fingerpicking and strumming alike. The nick lucas guitar is part of a very limited production run from gibson called the acoustic icon series, and it is only available while supplies last. Dolphin guitars gibson nick lucas reissue brazillian rosewood. Our selection includes adirondack topped classics, a special elderly instruments 45th anniversary model. This rare tenor version features a 22 78 scale length, a 12fret neck, dot inlays, and a standard gibson label. First shown in the gibson catalog in 1928, but was first available during 1927.
Like most of gibson s other budget models, the les paul special was produced in a tv yellow finish, which was made by gibson as a finish that would look good on black and white television. This gibson nick lucas special was made in 1929 and for many years it belonged to tom marion, a fine guitarist who is perhaps best known for playing with r. Used gibson nick lucas reissue acoustic electric guitar. The top, back and sides are all constructed from brazilian rosewood. A new twist on a classic reissue from the folks at gibson. In the early 1970s tom played with nick lucas and at that time he had lucas autograph the top of this guitar. The model went through numerous changes between 1928 and 1934. If you think small body guitars cant project, you need to hear this one. Gibson acoustic guitars at wildwood guitars, authorized. Based off the original nick lucas model from the 1920s, it was the first flattop guitar gibson produced. Gibson custom shop commemorating one of the most iconic race car drivers in. Today were taking a look at a really cool reissue of the gibson nick lucas special acoustic a very early grand concert style guitar with an. The gibson nick lucas offers you a madagascar rosewood fingerboard with motherofpearl inlays matching the original pattern and size. The guitar was developed in consultation with nick lucas, a popular singer and guitarist of the 1920s and 1930s.
This one definitely has the vibe with its old school sunburst finish, striped pickguard, distinctive fretboard inlays, and extra deep body. Gibson does not, at this time, offer a nick lucas model on their regular roster, but in the early 90s this model captivated all the players of ragtime, blues and early american popular music of the 20th centur. The guitar features a bone nut, and open slotted bridge, just as the original had. The gibson les paul special is a variation of the gibson les paul guitar.
Examples are the 12fret rosewood guitar, the l00 standard. Gibson nick lucas limited acoustic guitar sunburst finish. Save gibson sg reissue to get email alerts and updates on your. Gibson icon nick lucas signature acoustic guitar musicians. From the time the gibson nick lucas special was first cataloged in 1927 until it was discontinued in 1938, the instrument went through a bewildering array of changes. Made with walnut on the back and ribs and sitka spruce top. It genuinely feels like a vintage style guitar and has all the tones that blues stylists are searching for. Gorgeous gibson 1991 nick lucas, limited run of beautiful flameycurly hawaiian koa wood. Plays and sounds fantastic, with original hard case. Gibson custom shop guitars ams american musical supply. Iam assuming this is sitka top with maple back and sides. This guitar has an unusually dark sunburst, possibly by special order, that is sultry and sexy, the 14fret neck is an example of the best of gibsons v necks.
Crumbs cheap suit serenaders and janet kleins parlor boys. May 30, 2015 the collection includes some other gibson models including a j160e, several gibson lucas guitars, a martin 00045, his galliano and an orpheum signature archtop. What is the value andor history of my nick lucas guitars. Also known as parlor guitars, the smaller bodies of these gibson models produce a brighter tone. The deep body provides a full bass range with crisp and lively treble tones, for a sound thats remarkably balanced across every register. Gibson nick lucas l00 reissue harry and jeanie west. Rich tone music ltd, 6482 broadfield road, sheffield, s8 0xl united kingdom open mon to sat from 10am 5pm. Gibson nick lucas special guitar info flattop flat top. Gibson nick lucas guitar discontinued from catalog in 1938 with the last guitars being shipped in 1941. This historic onceinalifetime limited edition features english walnut. A brief history of the gibson nick lucas special nick lucas.
Like most of gibsons other budget models, the les paul special was produced in a tv yellow finish, which was made by gibson as a finish that would look good on black and white television. Gibson nick lucas koa elite honey burst guitar village. The ren signed label pictured a few posts up dates to. Gibson limited edition nick lucas koa elite duration.
Gibson limited edition nick lucas special demo at gak youtube. When gibson approached nick lucas in the late 20s to endorse their guitars, he replied that he would only do so if they built an allnew instrument based on his exact specifications. Gibson custom shop nick lucas elite acoustic guitar randee. Gibson 1977 les paul special 1955 reissue structural issues. Gibsons collaboration with nick lucas gave birth to a majestic and powerful model. Gibson lseries guitars and the nick lucas special guitar. It is signed on the back to my friend nick morro from your friend nick.
The nick lucas acoustic icon guitar is supplied with a customfitted case, and a certificate of authenticity. Gibson nick lucas tenor 1928 carter vintage guitars. Oh well, one of them was the wizard of the frets and the other guy may have been. In 24, lucas began recording as a vocalist, and by the time he joined with gibson in 1928, he was the singing troubadour, one of the most popular crooners of the day. View the selection of gibson acoustic inventory guitars currently available at wildwood guitars online music store. The above link is to gruhns guide saying in 1991 there were 100 nick lucas guitars made of koa, rosewood and maple signed and numbered by ren ferguson, and the model was discontinued in 1992. The collection includes some other gibson models including a j160e, several gibson lucas guitars, a martin 00045, his galliano and an orpheum signature archtop. In 1927 gibson built nick a signature instrument, the nick lucas special. Folkway music 1929 gibson nick lucas special duration. The l100 is based on teh comfortable l00 14 fret body size but has a deep body construction for big sound, deeper harmonics and clarity without the muddy tone. Guitar like the 19301933 gibson nick lucas special. Is there a type of parlour guitar or other type that. J15, j45, sj200, j200, hummingbird, l00, l100, l1, songwriter, southern jumbo, advanced jumbo, wildwood new vintage, hide glue. Hi, i am looking to get an acoustic similar to the 19301933 gibson nick lucas special.
A custom shop guitar is built to a higher quality standard than gibsons already high quality. A 1935 gibson nick lucas special acoustic guitar,serial no. Buy the gibson nick lucas special and get free delivery. It is made to the very high specs of gibsons custom shop. Gibson custom 1960 les paul special double cut reissue vos with case anything you throw at it, this les paul can handle. Gibson nick lucas l00 reissue harry and jeanie west part 1. Gibson custom shop japan limited run sg special reissue gloss w k2mfbw japan. It is a guitar as might have been played by the wizard of the frets himself. The gibson nick lucas model acoustic has some unique properties that combine to produce a very special instrument with outstanding tonal. We cant answer questions, give out opinions, advice or history of your guitar or what it is worth. I was doing some research on the original1950s les paul specials and came across an article regarding the changes of the les paul special during the 1950s. It is of typical form in a dark sunburst finish with a faux tortoiseshell pickguard. Nick lucas guitars changed spec pretty much constantly so dating them from a photo to within a year or so is fairly easy.