Gibson Custom Shop SJ-200 Monarch Rosewood Tri-Burst

Gibson Custom Shop SJ-200 Monarch Rosewood Tri-Burst

The King of the Flat-Tops. A true icon. A once-in-a-generation acquisition.

Whether it was Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, or Keith Richards, nothing says rock ’n’ roll like a Gibson SJ-200. And when it comes to the very top of the acoustic guitar world, few instruments carry the presence, prestige, and sheer authority of the Gibson Custom Shop SJ-200 Monarch Rosewood Tri-Burst.

First introduced in the mid-1990s, the SJ-200 Monarch has become the ultimate custom edition of Gibson’s legendary Super Jumbo acoustic. Built in extremely limited numbers over the past 50 years, this is a remarkably rare model, an exciting and note worthy serial number of the 100 built over the decades — an extraordinary milestone after decades of production. With the release of tue centenary, it’s possible we’re seen the last of the Monarch too, making this an even more compelling acquisition.

This is not just an acoustic guitar. It is a museum-worthy work of art, crafted by the master luthiers of Gibson Custom in Bozeman, Montana. Every element reflects the highest level of attention to detail, from the AAA Sitka spruce top and premium rosewood back and sides to the maple neck, ebony fingerboard, and lavish mother-of-pearl and abalone appointments.

The Monarch treatment elevates the legendary SJ-200 into a true statement piece, featuring the iconic Monarch Crown inlays, engraved gold Waverly tuners, abalone binding, and the beautifully detailed moustache bridge. With its commanding visual presence and unmistakable tonal character, this is a guitar built for collectors, connoisseurs, and players who want the very best Gibson has to offer.

Specifications

• Model: Gibson Custom Shop SJ-200 Monarch Rosewood Tri-Burst
• Style: Super Jumbo
• Top: Solid AAA Sitka spruce
• Back and sides: Premium rosewood
• Neck: Maple
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Fingerboard inlays: Monarch Crown mother-of-pearl
• Headstock inlay: King’s Crown mother-of-pearl and abalone
• Nut: Bone
• Nut width: 43.8 mm
• Scale length: 648 mm
• Frets: 20
• Rosette: Double-ring abalone
• Pickguard: SJ-200 Flowers and Dots
• Bridge: Ebony moustache bridge with mother-of-pearl and abalone
• Tuners: Engraved gold Waverly open-gear
• Finish: Triple Sunburst
• Includes: Gibson Custom hardshell case
• Made in: USA