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In a departure from the standard spruce-topped acoustic, the LG-2 All-Mahogany Faded relies on solid mahogany for its top, back and sides, producing a rich, woody sound with smooth overtones and a warm midrange emphasis. This tonal character makes it a natural fit for intimate genres like folk and blues, where subtle dynamics shine through. Traditional scalloped X-bracing ensures both projection and durability, while the compact LG-2 body offers an approachable feel that makes long sessions more enjoyable. Whether fingerpicking delicate passages or strumming earthy rhythms, the all-mahogany construction provides a tonal foundation thats both timeless and versatile.
The mahogany neck on the LG-2 All-Mahogany Faded is carved to a rounded profile that feels substantial yet approachable in the hand. Its joined to the body with a compound dovetail joint, enhancing resonance and sustain across all registers. The unbound rosewood fingerboard adds to the guitars understated charm, while 20 frets and mother-of-pearl dot inlays offer a clean, classic look. With its short 24.75″ scale length and 1.725″ bone nut, the LG-2 provides smooth playability and precise intonation, inviting players to explore everything from subtle slides to expressive chord work with ease.
While the LG-2 is steeped in vintage style, its built to meet the needs of todays musicians thanks to its LR Baggs VTC pickup and preamp system. The undersaddle transducer captures the guitars natural mahogany warmth with impressive clarity, ensuring your tone translates whether youre on stage or tracking in the studio. Discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls give players quick, intuitive access without disrupting the instruments classic aesthetics. With this high-quality system on board, the LG-2 All-Mahogany Faded is fully equipped to deliver authentic Gibson tone wherever the music takes you.
The LG-2 All-Mahogany Faded pairs its understated look with thoughtful details that blend old-school style and modern performance. A sloped-rectangle rosewood bridge with a bone saddle and TUSQ bridge pins ensures solid tonal transfer and reliable tuning stability. Grover strap tuners with cream buttons add a retro touch while keeping your strings locked in tune. Finished with a teardrop black pickguard and simple black body binding, the LG-2 captures the spirit of Gibsons Banner-era craftsmanship while offering the dependability todays players demand. A hardshell case is included for protection at home or on the road.
The Gibson LG-2 All-Mahogany Faded acoustic-electric guitar is more than a faithful nod to a vintage iconits a working musicians tool with a sound and feel that never goes out of style. Compact yet commanding, warm yet articulate, its an instrument that adapts seamlessly to any setting, from living room songwriting to festival stages. With its classic Gibson craftsmanship, authentic mahogany tone and modern LR Baggs electronics, the LG-2 All-Mahogany Faded is a guitar that bridges past and present in a way only Gibson can.
