GIbson
1949 Gibson LG-2
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For your consideration, Garrett Park Guitars presents this 1949 Gibson LG-2.
Introduced in 1942, Gibson's LG series succeeded the L-00 as the brand's flagship small-body, budget-friendly offering. Due to supply limitations, only the LG-2 remained in continuous production during World War II. When the other models were rereleased in peacetime, it became the only one to combine X-bracing with Gibson's classic sunburst finish.
This 1949 LG-2 is perhaps the best example we have encountered in our 35 years of business. Cosmetically and structurally, it speaks to careful custodianship during its lifetime, exhibiting remarkably below-average wear for its age and no cracks or evidence of repair. With the exception of replaced tuner tips, the guitar remains 100% original down to the bridge plate and is accompanied by a modern hardshell case.
Despite its exceptional condition, the guitar is meant to be played. It packs that signature midrange honk, looking and sounding like a J-45 distilled to its essence thanks to the smaller body. By avoiding both the low-end boom of a dreadnought and the harsh treble of a parlor, this LG-2 perfectly frames the human voice, making for excellent accompaniment across a number of genres.
This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Gibson history that remains completely ready for the stage or studio.
Specifications
Model & Year
- Model: Gibson LG-2
- Year of Manufacture: 1949
- Factory Order Number: 3807
Body
- Body Shape: Concert
- Finish / Color: Sunburst
- Top: Spruce
- Back & Sides: Honduran Mahogany
- Bridge: Brazilian Rosewood, replaced saddle
- Bridge Plate: Maple
- Bracing: Scalloped X
- Pickguard: Tortoise
Neck
- Wood: Honduran Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Brazilian Rosewood
- Construction: Set
- Inlays: Dots
- Shape: Round C
- Nut Width: X.XX"
- Depth: .90" (1st), 1.10" (11th)
- Scale Length: 24.75″
- Frets: Original
- Tuners: Original with replaced plastic tips
Condition
- Cosmetic: Excellent+ with remarkably little wear for its age
- Structural: Excellent+ with no cracks or repair history
Case & Accessories
- Case: Aftermarket hardshell

