Gibson Legacy 1928 L-1 Blues Tribute

The Gibson Acoustic 1928 L-1 Blues Tribute celebrates a generations of their small body acoustic guitar design by recreating the L-1 model as it was at the peak of its initial popularity, when it was one of the most influential instruments among blues guitarists. In 1928, the L-1 was the fanciest member of the L family, treating its players to elegant body binding and an inlayed rosette. From its vintage open-back tuners to its stained shaded finish, the 1928 L-1 Blues Tribute re-create all of the details of this legendary instrument.

Adirondack red spruce on choice mahogany gives you a warm, soulful sound

From the very first Gibson Mandolin-Guitar catalog released in 1903, Gibson assured their customers that every guitar would be built using woods with "the most durable, elastic, and sonorous qualities." You'll experience this promise in action from the very first time you set eyes on your Gibson Acoustic 1928 L-1 Blues Tribute. In fact, this was one of the guitars that first established spruce topped mahogany as a standard for singing guitar players. With its Adirondack red spruce top and select mahogany back and sides, the 1928 L-1 Blues Tribute delivers the timeless rich warmth, volume, and clarity that define this classic tonewood combo.

Gibson's legendary L-1 body shape delivers powerful 12-fret projection

The original Gibson L series guitars that the 1928 L-1 Blues Tribute is based on herald back from a day when acoustic instruments had to rely on their own natural projection, rather than fancy electronics and powered amplification. In a race to see who could create the largest yet still playable guitar, Gibson's small-body acoustics stood out for their impressive volume and cannon-like projection. When you play the Gibson Acoustic 1928 L-1 Blues Tribute, you can't help but notice the effect of its centered bridge in action.