Used 1993 Gibson J-100 Xtra AT Acoustic Guitar in Natural is here on consignment. Included with the guitar is the original hardshell case. Overall, the guitar is in decent shape. It has some weather-checks, dings, dents, and scratches; none of it is very serious, but this guitar does show its age. The neck is straight, the frets are still crowned, and the truss rod functions properly.
This guitar is sold as is, and we have it priced accordingly. This model is typically worth closer to $2,500.
Gibson's J-100 Xtra brings plenty of the big-bodied character that made the company's Super Jumbo acoustics famous, with a slightly more understated approach than its upscale SJ-200 counterpart. Introduced in the early '90s, the J-100 Xtra was inspired by Gibson's original SJ-100 models, offering players a powerful, full-bodied acoustic with classic Gibson styling and plenty of personality.
This 1993 example features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides, a combination that delivers a wonderfully balanced acoustic voice. The large jumbo body provides plenty of volume and projection, while the spruce and mahogany pairing brings a strong fundamental, warm midrange, and clear, articulate top end. It's a great recipe for everything from big open chords and strumming to more nuanced fingerstyle playing.
The natural top is complemented by the darker antique-walnut finish on the back and sides, giving this guitar a distinctive two-tone appearance. Traditional Gibson details include a rosewood fingerboard and bridge, mother-of-pearl fingerboard inlays, and the familiar mustache-style bridge that ties the J-100 Xtra to its Super Jumbo heritage.
The J-100 Xtra may not have all the elaborate appointments of a J-200, but that's part of its appeal. It delivers the big, unmistakable presence of a Gibson jumbo without getting overly fancy about it. If you're after a vintage-era Gibson acoustic with plenty of projection, a warm and balanced voice, and a little less flash than its more famous sibling, this 1993 J-100 Xtra is well worth a look.
