Gibson Advanced Jumbo 1938
Adirondack Red Spruce Top, East Indian Rosewood Back & Sides
Excellent Condition
“Considered by many to be Gibson’s greatest flattop model because of its tone, clarity, power and balance. It’s immediately understandable why an original 1938 Gibson Advanced Jumbo are coveted by collector’s and savoured by pro musician’s”
The finest vintage Gibson to hold and play is now available for sale. This 1938 Gibson Advanced Jumbo is just incredible - plays like butter, rings out like so many bells and with a clean bill of health recently provided by Gruhn’s.
Gibson only built 300 Advanced Jumbo’s between 1935 and 1940. This model is their ultimate slope shoulder dreadnought, quite an upgrade from their “workingman” Jumbo model.
The Advanced Jumbo features include a slim neck profile for fast playability and 1 11/16” nut width to boot, 25.5” scale length, enlarged 4” sound hole, diamond and arrowhead fingerboard inlay pattern and a slightly tighter waist than the standard Gibson Jumbo of this era.
This guitar is in excellent condition and has been professionally refinished, includes a replacement bridge and pickguard (all appears to be early 1960’s Gibson factory work).
A period correct case is also included in addition to a new Calton Advanced Jumbo Case with same internal and external colorings of period correct case.
Specifications
Manufacturer: Gibson
Product Year: 1938
Model: Advanced Jumbo
Body Type: Large, Slope Dreadnought
Back & Sides: Rosewood - Indian
Top: Spruce - Adirondack (Red)
Neck: Mahogany
Neck Profile: V-Soft
Bridge: Rosewood - Brazilian
Fingerboard: Ivoroid
Fret Markings: Diamonds & Arrowheads
Frets to Body: 14
Headplate: Black
Headstock Logo: Builder Logo
Instrument Finish: Sunburst
Body Bindings: Ivoroid
Tuners: Waverly
Tuner Finish: Nickel
Body Length: 20.125 inches
Upper Bout: 11.625 inches
Lower Bout: 16 inches
Body Depth Heel: 3.875 inches
Body Depth Tail: 4.75 inches
Scale Length: 25.5 inches
Nut Width: 1.68 inches
String Spacing: 2.125 inches
Weight: 4 lb. 6 oz.
Case: A period correct case is also included in addition to a new Calton Advanced Jumbo Case with same internal and external colorings of period correct case.
Gibson Advanced Jumbo 1938
Winter 2025 Sale
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Payment Options
Pure Effect Music accepts only the following payment methods: PayPal & International Bank Transfer.
Shipping
We take great pride in ensuring your guitar arrives safely and promptly.
International Shipping:
We ship worldwide via DHL Express or FedEx International. Customs duties and taxes are the buyer’s responsibility. These costs are not included in your order and will be billed to you by the transporter during the customs clearance process or upon delivery.
Time:
Orders are shipped within 1–2 business days after payment is received and cleared.
All instruments are meticulously inspected, photographed, and securely packaged prior to shipment.
Returns
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed.
Return Window:
You may return the guitar within 48 hours of delivery for a refund, less shipping costs and restocking fee.
Condition:
The guitar must be returned in the exact condition it was received within 48 hours of delivery for a refund, less shipping costs and restocking fee. Any damage, alterations, or signs of wear may result in a reduced refund.
Restocking Fee:
A 15% restocking fee will be applied to all returns. This covers international customs fees, handling, inspection, and potential loss of sales.
Return Shipping:
Buyer is responsible for fully insured return shipping using a trackable carrier. Please pack with care—including original packaging.
Non-Returnable Items
• Custom orders or modified instruments
• Items sold as-is or listed as non-returnable in the product description
