An Icon of Sight and Sound
There are few acoustics as instantly recognizable as the Gibson Dove. From its signature inlaid pickguard to its crisp, clear voice, the Dove is a certified legend. This Dove Original, finished in a gorgeous Vintage Cherry Sunburst, carries that legacy forward with the tonewoods and feel that made it a classic. The combination of a Sitka spruce top and stunningly flamed maple back and sides delivers a tone that’s bright, articulate, and sits perfectly in a track. It’s the secret weapon for countless singer-songwriters and studio aces for a reason.
Maple Clarity, Spruce Sensitivity
The magic of the Dove’s voice starts with its tonewoods. The solid flamed maple back and sides provide a punchy, clear foundation with incredible note separation. Chords ring out without turning to mud, and every note in an arpeggio shimmers. Paired with a solid Sitka spruce top and traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing, you get a guitar that responds to your every dynamic. It whispers when you fingerpick and roars when you dig in with a pick, all while maintaining its characteristic sweetness and balance.
Classic Feel, Modern Performance
The Dove doesn’t just sound great; it feels like an old friend. The Rounded mahogany neck profile is comfortable and substantial, perfect for chording and single-note runs alike. Its 25.5″ scale length gives the strings a satisfying snap and tension, contributing to the powerful low-end and ringing highs. And for the stage or studio, the onboard LR Baggs VTC electronics capture its natural acoustic voice with warmth and accuracy, with controls tucked discreetly into the soundhole.
Legendary Appointments
Beyond the tone, the Dove is a work of art. The iconic pickguard features a hand-inlaid mother-of-pearl dove. The rosewood fingerboard and bridge are adorned with mother-of-pearl parallelogram and dove inlays, respectively. Finished in a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer that will allow it to age gracefully, this guitar looks every bit as beautiful as it sounds.
