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Key Features
- Everly Brothers signature jumbo acoustic
- Maple body and Sitka spruce top create a bright, punchy tone
- Double moustache pickguards and star inlays capture the iconic Everly Brothers aesthetic
- L.R. Baggs VTC pickup ensures a rich, natural amplified sound
Gibson Everly Brothers J-180, Ebony Overview
The Gibson Everly Brothers J-180 is a striking tribute to one of rock 'n' roll's most influential duos. With its jumbo maple body and Sitka spruce top, it delivers a bold, punchy tone with rich articulation. The SlimTaper mahogany neck and Indian rosewood fretboard provide smooth playability, making it perfect for rhythm-heavy strumming and intricate chord work. Double tortoise moustache pickguards and mother of pearl star inlays add a touch of vintage style, just like the originals played by Phil and Don Everly.
Equipped with an L.R. Baggs VTC under-saddle pickup, this J-180 is ready for both stage and studio, offering a natural, dynamic amplified tone. A bone nut and saddle, TUSQ bridge pins, and Grover Rotomatic tuners ensure solid tuning stability and resonance. Finished in gloss nitrocellulose lacquer, the Everly Brothers J-180 captures the essence of a legendary era while delivering modern reliability and performance.
Product Ref: 324904
Full Description
View Full DescriptionSignature Everly Brothers Style
The Gibson Everly Brothers J-180 is an unmistakable tribute to one of rock and roll’s most legendary duos. Designed in collaboration with Phil and Don Everly, this model features the iconic double moustache pickguards, a hallmark of their signature guitars. Finished in a sleek ebony gloss nitrocellulose lacquer, it exudes vintage charm while standing out on stage. The mother of pearl star inlays along the neck and headstock add a distinctive touch, making it instantly recognisable. Every detail has been carefully crafted to honour the legacy of the Everly Brothers, ensuring that this guitar not only sounds incredible but also looks the part.
Maple Body With Sitka Spruce Top
Built for power and projection, the J-180’s jumbo body is crafted from maple with a Sitka spruce top, producing a bright, articulate tone with plenty of resonance. The maple back and sides provide a crisp attack and tight low end, ensuring clarity in every strum. Combined with traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing, this construction enhances sustain while maintaining balance across the tonal spectrum. From dynamic rhythm patterns to delicate fingerpicking passages, this guitar offers an expressive and responsive playing experience that gives you unmatched freedom with your playing style. Its natural tonal characteristics make it perfect for stage performance, where every note needs to cut through the mix.
Smooth Playability And Vintage Feel
Designed for comfort and playability, the Everly Brothers J-180 features a SlimTaper mahogany neck with an Indian rosewood fingerboard. This combination provides a smooth, fast-playing feel, ideal for both intricate chord work and bold rhythm strumming. The 24.75” scale length and 12” fingerboard radius contribute to effortless fretting and a warm, familiar feel. Mother of pearl star inlays guide your way up the neck, adding a touch of elegance to the playing experience. With its comfortable profile and impeccable craftsmanship, this J-180 ensures you can play for hours without fatigue, just like the Everly Brothers did on stage night after night.
Stage-Ready L.R. Baggs Electronics
Equipped with an L.R. Baggs VTC under-saddle pickup, the Everly Brothers J-180 delivers a rich, natural amplified tone that captures every nuance of your playing. The discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls allow you to shape your sound on the fly - if you need warmth for intimate acoustic performances or brightness to cut through a band mix, this guitar has you covered for all occasions. The bone nut and saddle, along with TUSQ bridge pins, enhance sustain and resonance, ensuring a consistent, high-quality sound. With Grover Rotomatic tuners providing reliable tuning stability, this J-180 is ready to take on any live performance or recording session with ease.
Specifications
- Product Name: Gibson Everly Brothers J-180, Ebony
- Product Code: AMJBEBEB
Body
- Body Style: Jumbo
- Body Shape: J-180
- Body Material: Maple
- Top: Sitka spruce
- Bracing: Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing
- Binding: Multi-ply top, single-ply back and fretboard
- Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Profile: SlimTaper
- Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
- Fingerboard Material: Indian rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Fret Count: 20
- Frets: Standard
- Nut Material: Bone
- Nut Width: 43.815 mm / 1.725 in
- Inlays: Mother of pearl graduated stars
- Joint: Compound dovetail neck-to-body joint, hot hide glue
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: Belly up, rosewood
- Saddle Material: Bone
- Tuning Machines: Grover Rotomatic with Keystone button
- Pickguard: Double J-180 moustache, 60s style, tortoise
- Truss Rod: Adjustable
- Truss Rod Cover: 2-ply black, engraved "EVERLY"
- Bridge Pins: TUSQ
- Under Saddle Pickup: L.R. Baggs VTC
- Controls: Soundhole-mounted volume and tone
- Output Jack: 1/4" endpin
- Preamp: L.R. Baggs VTC
Other
- Strings Gauge: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
- Case: Hardshell
- Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity
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