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Gibson Dove Original (106)

Name: Gibson Dove Original Acoustic Guitar | Moore Guitars
SKU: 523985-1
Price: 4999.00 USD
Availability: InStock

The Gibson Dove Original combines iconic aesthetics with a crisp, articulate tone from its flamed maple and Sitka spruce construction, ready for any stage.

$4,999.00

Same price at every authorized dealer. The difference is what comes with it.

SKU: 523985-1

Serial: 22504106

Weight: 5lbs

0% for 36-48 months available

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Rated 4.8 out of 5

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Quick Specs

Solid Sitka Spruce Top | Solid Flamed Maple Back & Sides
Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Vintage Cherry Sunburst
Rounded Mahogany Neck | Rosewood Fingerboard (12" Radius)
LR Baggs VTC Under Saddle Pickup System
5 lbs | 25.5" Scale Length | 20 Standard Frets
Iconic Dove Pickguard | Mother-of-Pearl Parallelogram Inlays

Player-Perfect™ Pro Setup Included

Our techs are all seasoned players, so they dial in every guitar like it’s going into their own rig—perfect intonation, action set exactly right, ready to rip from the first note.

Want it YOUR way? Tell us at checkout: string gauge, action height, whatever you need. We’ll nail it before shipping.

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Product Description

The Iconic Voice of the Gibson Dove Original

The Gibson Dove Original isn’t just an acoustic guitar; it’s a piece of musical history, an instrument that has shaped the sound of generations. With its unmistakable aesthetic and a voice that cuts through any mix, this square-shouldered dreadnought delivers a crisp, articulate tone that begs to be played. It’s truly a legend reborn, ready to inspire your next masterpiece.

Flamed Maple & Sitka Spruce: A Tonewood Powerhouse

Real talk: the magic of the Dove starts with its wood. The solid Sitka spruce top offers incredible resonance and dynamic range, blooming with every strum and fingerpicked note. Paired with flamed maple back and sides, you get a laser-like clarity and projection that keeps every chord defined and every arpeggio shimmering. This combination delivers a balanced, full-range voice with a punchy low-end and glassy highs, making it incredibly responsive to your touch.

Effortless Playability, Unforgettable Feel

Strap in or settle down, because this Dove is built for comfort and speed. The mahogany neck features Gibson’s classic Rounded profile, filling your hand just right for solid chord work without ever feeling cumbersome. Glide across the 12-inch radius rosewood fingerboard with its elegant Mother-of-Pearl Parallelogram inlays, where barre chords feel natural, and bends are buttery smooth. The 25.5-inch scale length adds just the right amount of tension, giving you incredible snap and sustain.

Stage-Ready with LR Baggs VTC Electronics

When it’s time to hit the stage or the studio, the Gibson Dove Original is more than ready. It comes equipped with the revered LR Baggs VTC Under Saddle Pickup system, featuring discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls. This setup captures the guitar’s natural acoustic character with stunning fidelity, ensuring your iconic tone translates beautifully through any amplifier or PA system.

The Iconic Look: A True Showpiece

Visually, the Dove Original is simply stunning. The Vintage Cherry Sunburst finish on the flamed maple back and sides, complemented by the Antique Natural spruce top, makes a bold statement. The instantly recognizable, exquisitely engraved dove-themed pickguard is a work of art in itself, crowned by multi-ply binding and nickel Grover Keystone tuners that complete its timeless elegance.

Anatomy of a Tone Machine

Perfect for: Singer-Songwriters • Country • Folk • Rock • Strumming • Fingerstyle

Tone

Crisp, clear note separation and focus from flamed maple back and sides.
Sweet, resonant, and dynamically responsive voice from Sitka spruce top.
Punchy low-end rumble with articulate, glassy highs and a responsive midrange.
Exceptional projection; blooms with a light touch and becomes authoritative when strummed hard.

Playing Feel

Weighing 5.1 lbs, it feels substantial yet well-balanced and comfortable.
Rounded mahogany neck profile offers a firm, full feel for solid chord work.
Smooth 12" radius rosewood fingerboard makes barre chords comfortable and bends effortless.
Responsive and immediate feedback, inviting expressive playing.
Designed for playability, ensuring comfort even during long sessions.

Versatility

Excels across genres, from delicate fingerstyle to powerful, resonant strumming.
LR Baggs VTC system provides natural, dynamic amplified tone for any setting.
Maintains clear presence in a mix without getting muddy, ideal for recording or live.
Responds beautifully to varying pick attacks and string gauges, offering broad tonal possibilities.

Complete Technical Specs

Body Specs

Type	Acoustic
Wood	Solid Sitka Spruce Top, Solid Flamed Maple Back & Sides
Finish	Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Color	Vintage Cherry Sunburst
Weight	5 lbs

Neck Specs

Wood	Mahogany
Profile	Rounded
Construction	Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body
Finish	Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Fingerboard Specs

Material	Rosewood
Radius	12"
Frets	20 Standard
Inlays	Mother-of-Pearl Parallelograms
Nut	Bone, 1.725"

Electronics Specs

Under Saddle Pickup	LR Baggs VTC
Controls	Soundhole Mounted Volume and Tone

Hardware Specs

Bridge	Rosewood Dove-style with Mother-of-Pearl Inlays
Tuners	Grover Keystone
Hardware Finish	Nickel

Measurements

Scale Length	25.5"
Nut Width	1.725"
Weight	5 lbs

The Lowdown

We get it. Buying a guitar you haven’t played is a big decision. You need to know it’s going to feel right, sound right, and inspire you the second you open the case. We put together the questions we’d be asking if we were in your shoes—the real-world stuff that specs alone can’t answer. If there’s anything else you’re wondering about, just give us a call.

The solid Sitka spruce top provides exceptional resonance and dynamic range, allowing notes to bloom beautifully. Paired with solid flamed maple back and sides, you get a distinct clarity, brilliant projection, and laser-like note separation. This combination delivers a crisp, balanced, and full-range voice with a satisfying punch in the low end and shimmering, articulate highs. It’s a truly responsive and expressive tonewood pairing.

The LR Baggs VTC is a fantastic choice because it captures the Gibson Dove Original’s natural acoustic tone with incredible fidelity. Its under-saddle pickup design and unobtrusive soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls mean you get a pure, dynamic amplified sound without compromising the guitar’s classic appearance. It’s truly stage-ready, delivering your authentic acoustic voice through any PA or amplifier.

Of course. Every guitar gets our full Player-Perfect™ setup, but tell us your preferred string gauge and action at checkout, and we’ll dial it in exactly to your spec before it leaves the shop.

This guitar is covered by our 72-Hour Love-It Guarantee. If you’re not completely inspired by it, just let us know. We’ll make it right.

Orders ship same day in most cases and arrive within 1-4 business days with free, insured shipping. We’ll get it into your hands as quickly as we can.

Call us at (888) 794-8482. You’ll talk to a real musician who can answer anything you need to know.

Player-Perfect™ Setups

Every guitar we sell is dialed in by seasoned musicians. We obsess over the details—perfect intonation, immaculate fretwork, and ideal action—so your guitar is ready to rip right out of the case. No exceptions.

Advice From Real Players

Call us and you get a fellow musician, not a script. We'll help you compare neck profiles, talk tone, and find the right guitar for you—even if it's not this one. Our reputation is built on honest conversation.

49+ Years Of Trust

Family-owned since 1976, we stand behind everything we sell. That's why we have a 72-Hour Love-It Guarantee. If you're not inspired, send it back on our dime for a full refund. Your satisfaction is our legacy.

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