Celebrating 100 years of Gibson flat-top acoustic craftsmanship, the Anniversary Series brings together five iconic models in a rare, limited run that honours the brand’s enduring legacy.
Handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana, each model in the series is limited to just 100 instruments and shares a consistent design approach, including premium tonewoods such as select bear claw Sitka spruce tops, multi-ply binding accented with abalone, and elegant abalone rosettes.
Across the series, players will find traditional rosewood fretboards, bone nuts and saddles, gold-plated Grover® tuners, and vintage-inspired Cremona Burst gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finishes. Every model is also equipped with L.R. Baggs™ VTC electronics for stage-ready performance, while a Gibson Custom hardshell case and Certificate of Authenticity complete each offering.
SJ-200 Anniversary Limited Edition
This commemorative SJ-200 combines AAA figured maple back and sides with a premium bear claw Sitka spruce top, delivering the distinctive tonal qualities and visual appeal for which the SJ-200 is renowned. The body is enhanced by multi-ply binding on the back, while the top features multi-ply binding with abalone trim and an abalone rosette, highlighting the guitar’s refined craftsmanship.
The neck is constructed from two-piece AA maple with a walnut centre stringer and features a comfortable Round profile. A bound rosewood fretboard is fitted with 20 standard frets and adorned with mother-of-pearl graduated crown inlays. Traditional styling continues on the single-ply bound headstock, which displays “The Gibson” logo in mother of pearl. Additional premium appointments include a bone nut and gold-plated Grover Imperial™ tuning machines.
Decorative abalone accents are also incorporated into the dots on the tortoiseshell-coloured SJ-200 Vines and Flowers pickguard. Completing the instrument is a rosewood two-bar Moustache™ bridge, fitted with a bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins, with mother-of-pearl bar inlays adding a final touch of elegance.
Available in Cremona Burst
J-45 Anniversary Limited Edition
The Gibson Custom J-45 Anniversary Limited Edition features a mahogany back and sides paired with a select bear claw Sitka spruce top, combining the warm, balanced tonal character that has made the J-45 a longstanding favourite with striking visual refinement. Multi-ply binding accents the back, while the top is enhanced with multi-ply binding featuring abalone trim and an abalone rosette, underscoring the instrument’s premium craftsmanship.
The mahogany neck is shaped to a comfortable SlimTaper™ profile and is fitted with a bound rosewood fretboard featuring 20 standard frets and classic mother-of-pearl dot inlays. The single-ply bound headstock showcases the vintage script-style “The Gibson” logo in mother of pearl, complemented by a bone nut and gold-plated Grover® open-back tuning machines.
A tortoiseshell-coloured teardrop pickguard contributes to the model’s distinctive J-45 aesthetic, while the rosewood belly-up bridge incorporates pyramid-carved details inspired by early Gibson flat-top guitars. The bridge is equipped with a bone saddle and TUSQ® bridge pins for added durability and performance.
For amplified use, the guitar comes factory-fitted with L.R. Baggs VTC electronics, featuring an under-saddle piezo pickup and active preamp. Discreetly mounted volume and tone controls are positioned inside the soundhole, allowing convenient adjustment while remaining virtually hidden from the audience’s view.
Available in Cremona Burst
Gibson Advanced Jumbo Anniversary Limited Edition
The Advanced Jumbo was originally introduced in 1936 and produced for only a short period, establishing itself as part of Gibson’s larger-bodied “advanced” acoustic range. Designed to deliver increased volume, stronger projection, and a fuller low-frequency response, the model has since become one of Gibson’s most celebrated pre-war acoustic designs.
This limited-edition Advanced Jumbo pairs rosewood back and sides with a select bear claw Sitka spruce top, combining rich tonal depth with distinctive visual character. The body is enhanced by multi-ply binding on the back, while the top features multi-ply binding with abalone accents and an abalone rosette, highlighting the guitar’s premium construction and attention to detail.
The mahogany neck is carved to the Historic AJ profile, offering a playing experience inspired by the original model. A bound rosewood fretboard is fitted with 19 standard frets and adorned with mother-of-pearl arrow inlays, reflecting the instrument’s vintage-inspired aesthetic.
Traditional appointments continue on the single-ply bound headstock, which displays “The Gibson” logo and is fitted with a bone nut and gold-plated Grover open-back tuning machines. A classic firestripe pickguard complements the top, while the rectangular closed-slot rosewood bridge features pyramid-style carved wings inspired by early Gibson flat-top guitars. The bridge is completed with a bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins, providing durability and reliable performance while maintaining the instrument’s vintage character.
Available in Cremona Burst
Gibson Dove Anniversary Limited Edition
Introduced in 1962 as the second square-shoulder acoustic model in the Gibson catalogue, the Dove was the company’s first dreadnought to feature a 25.5-inch scale length and maple body construction. This highly collectible version combines AA figured maple back and sides with a select bear claw Sitka spruce top, delivering the bright, articulate tone and distinctive appearance for which the model is known. The body is finished with multi-ply binding on the back, while the top is enhanced by multi-ply binding with abalone accents and an abalone rosette.
The mahogany neck is carved to a comfortable Round profile and is fitted with a bound rosewood fretboard featuring 20 standard frets. Mother-of-pearl split parallelogram inlays provide a classic decorative touch, complementing the instrument’s vintage-inspired design. The single-ply bound headstock displays “The Gibson” logo and is equipped with a bone nut and gold-plated Grover tuning machines with traditional keystone buttons.
One of the Dove’s most recognisable features, the signature pickguard, showcases the model’s iconic engraved artwork and includes a mother-of-pearl dove inlay. The rosewood Dove bridge continues this theme with two additional mother-of-pearl dove inlays and is fitted with a bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins. Together, these appointments highlight the craftsmanship, visual appeal, and heritage that have made the Dove one of Gibson’s most distinctive acoustic guitars.
Available in Cremona Burst
Gibson Hummingbird Anniversary Limited Edition
The Gibson Custom Hummingbird Anniversary Limited Edition features the same proven tonewood combination as the J-45, pairing a mahogany back and sides with a select bear claw Sitka spruce top. Renowned for its balanced tonal response and rich character, this construction is complemented by a range of premium appointments that enhance both the instrument’s appearance and performance.
The mahogany neck is carved to a comfortable Round profile and is fitted with a bound rosewood fretboard featuring 20 standard frets. Classic mother-of-pearl split parallelogram inlays provide a distinctive visual touch, reflecting the Hummingbird’s long-standing design heritage.
The single-ply bound headstock displays a vintage-style “The Gibson” logo and is equipped with a bone nut and gold-plated Grover tuning machines with keystone buttons, combining traditional aesthetics with reliable tuning stability.
One of the Hummingbird’s most iconic features, the tortoiseshell-coloured pickguard, is adorned with the model’s signature hummingbird, butterfly, and floral artwork. Completing the instrument is a rosewood belly-up bridge with pyramid-carved wings inspired by early Gibson flat-top guitar designs. The bridge is fitted with a bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins, providing durability and dependable performance while maintaining the guitar’s vintage-inspired character.
Available in Cremona Burst
Where can I purchase in Australia?
The Gibson Anniversary Acoustics Limited Edition Series is available through select official Gibson Australian dealers.
A limited number of models are available from the middle of September 2026.
A list of authorised Gibson dealers in Australia can be found here: https://linktr.ee/Gibson_AU
