The classic details of Kris Kristofferson's original Southern Jumbo blended with modern features.
The Kristofferson SJ Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar is an accurately detailed re-creation of Kris
Kristofferson's beloved Southern Jumbo acoustic, and a tribute to his legendary songwriting skills and genuine love of Gibson
acoustics. Gibson's luthiers have spared no effort in creating this instrument inspired by the acoustic with which Kristofferson
wrote such classics as "Me and Bobby McGee" and "Help Me Make It Through the Night."
Limited to a run of just 300
guitars, The Kristofferson features vintage appointments, blending the classic details of his original Southern Jumbo with
several modern features, including the Fishman Matrix—an undersaddle pickup system with endpin mounted preamp and soundhole
mounted controls. An aged vintage sunburst finish gives the guitar a beautiful, yet understated look that faithfully captures
the distinct feel of the original.
Kris' long-time support for the United Farm Workers is also fully acknowledged
through the genuine mother-of-pearl UFW logo on the 12th fret. A donation will be made to the United Farm Workers for every
guitar sold. Kris Krostofferson's autograph is notably featured on each Songwriter Series label, and each guitar comes with
an exclusive hardshell case designed specifically for this special issue. Play The Kristofferson and experience a fitting
tribute to a modern legend, and the rich history of Gibson Acoustics.
Gibson Kristofferson SJ Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar Features:
- The Kristofferson Guitar Body
- Body Style: Slope Shoulder Dreadnought
- Body Species: Sitka Spruce
- Top Grade: AAA
- Back Species: Mahogany
- Back Grade: Pattern Grade Qtr. Sawn
- Fingerboard
- Scale: 24-3/4"
- Fingerboard Species: Indian Rosewood
- Fingerboard Binding: .050" White
- Number of Frets: 20
- Inlays: Mother-of-pearl Parallelograms with Mother-of-pearl eagle on 12th Fret
- Neck
- Species: Mahogany
- Profile: Soft "V"
- Peghead Angle: 17°
- Nut: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.725"
- Hardware
- Bridge Style: Belly Up
- Bridge Species: Indian Rosewood
- Pickup: Fishman Matrix Pre-Amp: Fishman
- Pickguard Shape: Fat '50s Style
- Pickguard Material: 0.060" Tortoise
- Tuners: Nickel Open Back Gotoh
- Truss Rod Cover: Black with White Border
- Case: C-192HZ
Gibson Kristofferson SJ Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar Includes:
A fine tribute to one of our greatest songwriters. Order yours today.
