Gibson Acoustic M2M J-185 Acoustic Guitar - Vintage Sunburst (2024)

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A Masterful M2M Spin on Gibson’s Historic Mini Jumbo

Hailing from Gibson Custom’s elite Made to Measure program, the M2M J-185 represents a one-of-a-kind reimagining of Gibson’s iconic mini jumbo platform. Right off the bat, the M2M J-185 flaunts traditional J-185 specs with rosewood back and sides, topped with a premium piece of red spruce. The result is a tone that certainly strikes all the J-185’s traditional tonal touchstones — superb balance, powerful projection, and almost unparalleled versatility — only with a fuller bass and a rounder, deeper character. The body is mated to a speedy SlimTaper neck, then topped with a distinctive inlay-free ebony fingerboard. But perhaps the most alluring aspect of this particular J-185 is its sweeping assortment of compelling cosmetic features, including an abalone rosette, abalone trim around the top of the instrument, an eye-catching neck/headstock binding, and an old-school Gibson script logo to top it all off. Unique, versatile, and guaranteed to catch the eye of any audience, the Gibson M2M J-185 is a peerless custom-spec acoustic that’s destined to become the crown jewel of your 6-string collection.

Rosewood back and sides deliver a fuller, richer tone

While the traditional Gibson J-185 is best known for its striking maple back and sides, this Gibson Custom M2M J-185 bucks the trend with rich, resplendent rosewood. The result? A deeper, richer voice than your typical J-185, beaming with a booming bass response and harmonic-drenched overtones. Although maple is undoubtedly a tough tonewood to beat when it comes to dazzling aesthetics, the Gibson Custom M2M J-185’s beautiful grain lines and dark, elegant hues make it more than a visual match for any vintage-correct J-185.

Premium red spruce top

Equipped with a red spruce top, the Gibson M2M J-185 delivers a seriously room-filling projection and punch. The red spruce family — of which the famed Adirondack spruce tonewood is a proud member — is revered among Sweetwater’s vintage acoustic fans and bluegrass aficionados for its superior headroom, immense volume, and crisp attack. It’s an ideal top wood for acoustic-only applications where the guitar needs to compete with inherently louder instruments like mandolins, violins, etc.

Immensely versatile mini jumbo body

Not quite a jumbo, the Gibson M2M J-185 boasts a smaller and more comfortable mini jumbo body shape — a shape first introduced to the Gibson lineup with the original J-185 in the early 1950s. While many jumbo-sized guitars can prove to be quite a handful to play, the J-185’s slim waist and reduced lower bout offer a less cumbersome playing experience that’s more akin to a 000. Furthermore, the J-185’s still firmly sits within traditional jumbo tonal territory, offering a slightly downsized twist on the big-body jumbo’s superior projection and immaculate string-to-string balance.

Gibson Custom M2M J-185 Acoustic Guitar Features:

• A one-of-a-kind twist on Gibson’s iconic J-185 mini jumbo acoustic guitar from Gibson Custom’s Made to Measure program
• Red spruce top supplies an exceptionally powerful projection with a clear, crisp attack
• Rosewood back and sides fill out your sound with lush harmonics and deep low-end power
• Fast-playing Slim Taper mahogany neck
• Inlay-free ebony fingerboard displays the wood’s natural character in its full glory
• Decked out with an array of elegant appointments, including an abalone rosette, abalone top trim on the body, neck/headstock binding, and a pickguard-less top
• Old-school open-back tuners with nickel buttons
• Vintage-inspired Gibson script logo
• 11/16–inch nut width is perfect for players who prefer a somewhat slimmer spacing