acoustic · square-shoulder dreadnought
Dove
| Maker | Gibson |
|---|---|
| Origin | United States |
| Type | acoustic · square-shoulder dreadnought |
| Introduced | 1962 |
| Price | USD 5099 (2026-09) |
| Maker founded | 1894 |
| Status | current |
The Dove is Gibson's square-shoulder dreadnought, built with flame maple back and sides on a long scale.
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Why it matters
Maple where the J-45 uses mahogany gives the Dove a brighter, more projecting voice than the round-shoulder models. Gibson lists the Dove Original at $5,099. The square-shoulder body is shared with the Hummingbird, so the choice between them usually comes down to tonewood and trim.
Note
Decorated square-shoulder dread with dove Pickguard.
Specifications
- Scale length: 647.7 mm (25.5 in)
- Neck shape: Rounded
Before you buy
- Maple responds differently from mahogany under a heavy attack
- Square-shoulder bodies suit strumming
- Check whether an example has factory electronics
Other opinions
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Acoustic Letter · 2022-06 · 35,999 views
“Maple guitars might surprise you… just listen to these Gibson Doves!!”
Demo of the maple-bodied Gibson Dove across a range of styles.
Mooloolaba Music · 2025-05 · 6,934 views
“Step into the world of timeless acoustic beauty with the Gibson Dove!”
Playing demo of the Gibson Dove dreadnought.