This is an excerpt from Season 2, Episode 7 of “The Process” where we get a behind-the-scenes look at the complexity of the Gibson acoustic finishing & spraying process and a look at the Gibson Craftory where your Gibson acoustic guitars are made. We delve deep into the artistry behind the iconic Vintage Sunburst, a signature style that has defined Gibson guitars since the 1920s.
From the early days of small-body guitar innovation to the celebrated banner year J-45s, the Vintage Sunburst and other iconic burst finishes have been a hallmark of Gibson's iconic design. Witness the remarkably intricate and historically consistent process of creating this truly beautiful finish on each guitar.
Learn how Gibson acoustic guitars are sprayed and finished, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how Gibson Acoustic luthiers at the craftory in Bozeman, Montana, put unrivalled care and attention into each step of building your Gibson acoustic guitar. You'll see every step of the finishing process, including how the various tonewoods used on your Gibson acoustic guitar respond to grain filler. You'll also enjoy a brief history of the iconic sunburst finishes that have adorned Gibson acoustic guitars for over a century. Finally, you can watch Gibson acoustic guitars being sprayed in myriad different finishes at the Bozeman craftory, including Vintage Sunburst and Heritage Cherry Sunburst.
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