{"product_id":"gibson-l-48-1951","title":"Gibson L-48 1951","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"433\"\u003eA classic post-war archtop, the 1951 Gibson L-48 delivers vintage tone, understated style, and exceptional playability. Originally positioned as Gibson’s entry-level archtop, the L-48 has since become a favorite for players seeking dry, woody projection with a focused midrange and excellent note separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"762\"\u003eThis example is in \u003cstrong data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"484\"\u003egood condition for its age\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing typical vintage wear such as finish checking, light dings, and surface scratches—adding to its authentic character. Structurally solid and comfortably playable, it retains that unmistakable early ‘50s Gibson feel with a rounded mahogany neck and responsive carved top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eTonally, the L-48 offers a warm, mellow voice with enough punch to cut through in ensemble settings—perfect for jazz, blues, folk, or roots styles. Includes a Taylor gig bag with broke straps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"77fkhc\" data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eYear: 1951\u003cbr data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eOrigin: USA\u003cbr data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eBody Style: Archtop acoustic\u003cbr data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eBody Size: 16\" lower bout\u003cbr data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eTop: Mahogany (some examples may vary)\u003cbr data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eBack: Arched maple\u003cbr data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1072\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSides: Mahogany\u003cbr data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eNeck: Mahogany\u003cbr data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eFingerboard: Rosewood with dot inlays\u003cbr data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eScale Length: 24 3\/4\"\u003cbr data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eNut Width: 1 11\/16\"\u003cbr data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eFrets: Approx. 19–20\u003cbr data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eBridge: Adjustable rosewood\u003cbr data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eTailpiece: Nickel trapeze\u003cbr data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eTuners: Kluson-style strip tuners\u003cbr data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003ePickguard: Tortoise-style\u003cbr data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eFinish: Nitrocellulose lacquer, sunburst\u003cbr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eElectronics: None\u003cbr data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eCase: Taylor gig bag with broken straps\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47689053044954,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0419\/4081\/1933\/files\/DSC_8580.jpg?v=1773874507","url":"https:\/\/blackbobbin.com\/products\/gibson-l-48-1951","provider":"Black Bobbin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}