GibsonDealer Select SJ-200 Original Koa Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Natural

Blending sweeping Super Jumbo authority with the focused shimmer and visual depth of all-koa construction, the Gibson Dealer Select SJ-200 Original Koa acoustic-electric guitar reimagines the King of the Flat-Tops with rare clarity and presence. Part of Gibson’s Dealer Select series, this limited-run exclusive showcases a striking koa top, back and sides, finished in gloss nitrocellulose lacquer that enhances resonance while revealing the wood’s natural figuring. A two-piece maple neck with a rounded profile and compound dovetail joint reinforces sustain and structural integrity, paired with an ebony fingerboard for smooth articulation and precise response. LR Baggs Element VTC electronics ensure transparent stage translation, while gold Gotoh Keystone tuners, a carved moustache bridge and mother-of-pearl crown inlays complete this stunning, stage-ready Super Jumbo. All-Koa Construction With Scalloped X-Bracing for Focused Projection and Harmonic Complexity Built with a koa top, back and sides, this Dealer Select SJ-200 channels the Super Jumbo’s expansive air movement into a more sculpted tonal profile. Koa’s naturally present midrange and articulate high end lend clarity and separation to the model’s broad low-frequency foundation, keeping bass response defined even under a strong attack. As the wood matures, its voice grows warmer and more harmonically layered, rewarding nuance and dynamic control. Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing supports the wide lower bout while allowing the top to respond freely, balancing structural stability with touch sensitivity and impressive headroom. Two-Piece Maple Neck With Ebony Fingerboard for Enhanced Stability and Articulate Response The two-piece maple neck adds structural strength and a crisp, immediate attack that complements koa’s focused tonal character. Carved into a rounded profile, it offers a substantial yet comfortable feel that suits the SJ-200’s large frame without feeling cumbersome. The compound dovetail neck joint maximizes vibration transfer between neck and body, contributing to sustain and overall tonal cohesion. An ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, durable surface across the 25.5" scale, while the 1.725" bone nut ensures balanced string spacing and clear note definition for complex chords and melodic passages alike. LR Baggs Element VTC Electronics for Natural, Dynamic Amplified Tone Equipped with the LR Baggs Element VTC system, the Dealer Select SJ-200 Original Koa carries its acoustic authority seamlessly into amplified settings. The undersaddle pickup captures the immediacy and detail of the all-koa body, while the active preamp preserves dynamic range and tonal balance at stage volumes. Discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls allow precise adjustments without interrupting the instrument’s clean lines. Whether performing live or recording direct, the system translates the guitar’s focused low end, present mids and shimmering highs with clarity and control. Iconic SJ-200 Appointments With Gold Hardware and Refined Detail Signature SJ-200 elements reinforce both tone and visual identity. The carved ebony moustache bridge with mother-of-pearl inlays anchors the top securely for reliable intonation and sustained resonance, while a bone saddle enhances articulation and clarity. Gold Gotoh Keystone tuners provide smooth, dependable tuning stability with elegant contrast against the natural koa finish. A tortoiseshell SJ-200 pickguard complements the wood’s natural beauty, and mother-of-pearl crown inlays on the ebony fingerboard and headstock preserve the model’s unmistakable, stage-ready presence. An Exclusive All-Koa Super Jumbo Built for Modern Performers The Gibson Dealer Select SJ-200 Original Koa stands as a striking reinterpretation of an iconic acoustic design. Its all-koa construction reshapes the Super Jumbo platform with added midrange presence, articulate shimmer and a focused low end that remains. Paired with traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing, a two-piece maple neck and stage-ready LR Baggs electronics, it delivers projection with definition and authority with nuance. For players who want the scale and sonic impact of an SJ-200 but with a more sculpted tonal response, this limited-run Dealer Select model offers a distinctive, performance-driven expression of an American original.