Detail 01
Antique Natural finish
This version is supplied in Antique Natural rather than sunburst.
Product detailSKU #1500000320105
Gibson Custom1952 J-185 Acoustic Guitar Antique Natural
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Finished in Antique Natural, this Custom 1952 J-185 uses a thermally aged Sitka spruce top over flame maple back and sides. The J-185 was conceived slightly smaller than the SJ-200, while carrying similar appointments. Its mahogany V neck, rosewood fingerboard, 24.75-inch scale, and 20 frets establish the playing layout. Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing with hide glue, a bone nut and saddle, and an open-slot bridge with mother-of-pearl Maltese crosses retain key J-185 details. No pickup or preamp is listed.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking a J-185 that is slightly smaller than the SJ-200.
- Players who prefer the Antique Natural finish with classic J-185 bridge ornamentation.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who require an onboard pickup or preamp.
- Players who need a cutaway body.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
V neck shape
The mahogany neck uses the specified V profile.
Detail 03
Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing with hide glue
This is the listed bracing construction.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No pickup or preamp is listed.
- 02There is no cutaway.
- 03A case and Gibson Accessory Kit are included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What distinguishes this version?
It is the Antique Natural version of the Custom 1952 J-185.
02Is the J-185 smaller than an SJ-200?
Yes. The J-185 was crafted slightly smaller than the SJ-200.
03Does it include a case?
Yes. A case and Gibson Accessory Kit are included.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Preamp
- No
- Bridge
- Belly up, holes at rear, open slot
6 detailsPlayability
- Nut Width
- 1.72
- Number of Frets
- 20
- Number of Strings
- 6
- Saddle Amp Nut
- Bone
- Scale Length
- 24.75
- Neck Shape
- V
10 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
- Top Material
- Thermally Aged Sitka spruce
- Body Finish
- Thin nitro VOS finish
- Neck Wood
- Mahogany
- Fingerboard Material
- Rosewood
- Back Amp Sides
- Flame maple
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Body Style
- V
- Tuning Machines
- Gotoh Keystone
- Body Shape
- V
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Included
3 detailsOther
- Accessories
- Includes Gibson Accessory Kit
- Bracing Pattern
- Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing with hide glue
- Cutaway
- No
