acoustic · square-shoulder dreadnought
Hummingbird
| Maker | Gibson |
|---|---|
| Origin | United States |
| Type | acoustic · square-shoulder dreadnought |
| Introduced | 1960 |
| Price | USD 3999 (2026-09) |
| Maker founded | 1894 |
| Status | current |
The Gibson Hummingbird is a square-shoulder dreadnought with an ornate pickguard, built in Bozeman, Montana, for song accompaniment.
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Why it matters
The square-shoulder body arrived as Gibson's answer to the dreadnought boom and became closely tied to acoustic-led folk and country records. It sits above the round-shoulder models in the acoustic line, with more decoration and a voice aimed at strumming behind a vocal. Standard and rosewood versions cover different wood combinations, which is where the main decision lies.
Note
Square-shouldered dread with ornate pickguard; country/folk icon.
Specifications
- Scale length: 628.65 mm (24.75 in)
- Neck shape: Rounded
Before you buy
- Square-shoulder bodies are large, so check seated and standing comfort
- Pickguard and inlay detail varies between runs
- Solid spruce tops need consistent humidity control
Other opinions
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Alamo Music Center · 2017-01 · 108,482 views
“From a company that has brought the guitar world so many great originals, the Hummingbird stands out strong and proud.”
Playing demo of a Hummingbird dreadnought.
Sweetwater · 2020-03 · 28,420 views
“More videos like this Gibson Acoustic Hummingbird Original Acoustic Guitar Demo 👉 Shop for the Gibson Acoustic Hummingbird Original guitar at Sweetwater 👉 The Hummingbird has been one of Gibson's most recognized — and…”
Playing demo of the Hummingbird Original.