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The electric version, the cf 100e, is a way better guitar than the plywood, ladder braced j160e. Gibson cf100the gibson cf100 was introduced in 1950 the cf100e was introduced 1951 and discontinued in 1960. Used 2017 gibson montana cf100e collectors edition. Gibson acoustic gibson guitars montana entertainment the originals guitars flathead lake montana entertaining a custom shop reissue of the 50s original, the cf 100e features a spruce top, mahogany back and sides, a magnetic pickup, and a sharp florentine cutaway.

This was the first production cutaway acoustic guitar with onboard pickup ever made for goodness sakes. The small body, made from mahogany and spruce, has a spunky sound a. Gibson cf100e flat top acousticelectric guitar 1958. With a 335, you get the warmth of a hollowbody with the sustain of a solid body. Gibson cf100e reissues introduced in 1950 and produced until 1958, the gibson cf 100e was one of the earliest production flattop, cutaway acoustic guitars with a pickup. The gibson montana luthiers have faithfully captured the original characteristics of the original gibson 1950s cf100e with this reissue. But the fully acoustic cf 100 is preferred over the electric cf 100e. Gibson cf100e collectors edition limited gibsons flattop. How is the tone and how do the gibson 61t and 61r pickups react i.

If you need to figure out the exact year of your gibson cf 100 guitar, use the fon factory order number. This is a cool reissue of the first ever acoustic guitar to have an electric pickup back in 1950. Get the best prices on our vintage gibson both instore and online. A modified version of the super 400 became gibson s first successful electric model in 1951, and bill haley used a variation of it to rock around the clock. Introducing the 1951 gibson cf 100e the worlds first true acousticelectric guitar. While gibson reissued a limited number in the 1990s, it hasnt been readily available. The florentine cutaway and smaller design was touted by players for making a more comfortable playing experience. The laminated flame maple body features a solid maple center block for killer tone. Collectors grade gibson custom shop cf 100e acoustic electric with coa for sale or trade. This guitar remains quite important in the guitar history as one of the first electric guitar gibson ever made. When introduced in 1951, the cf 100e was the first acousticelectric guitar ever built.

Jul 19, 2011 gibson introduced the cf100e in 1951, which was an electrified version of the cf100, introduced shortly before. Nov 21, 2012 i have this lovehate thing going on with the gibson les paul. Gibson cf100e collectors edition acousticelectric guitar. Ive owned a boatload of both usa and custom shop pauls over my 35 years of playing. It is hard to get a real sense of just how radical the cf100e was in the early 50s when it was introduced. The perfect combo of a beautifully voiced flat top with the very early use of a cutaway on a flat top acoustic. This was the first production cutaway acoustic guitar. Gibson cf 100e model flat top acousticelectric guitar 1958, made in kalamazoo, michigan, sunburst top, dark back and sides finish, mahogany body and neck, spruce top, original brown soft shell case.

Shorter scaleeasy to play and even bend aggressively. On paper the p100s sound ok, same as a p90 but hum cancelling, but a,lot of people aeem not to like them. Sale gibson cf100e reissue 2017 autumn burst reverb. A model also played by marc bolan of t rex, the cf 100 was produced from 1951 through 1959 and is the only 1950s gibson flat top acoustic with a cutaway. The cf100e featured one singlecoil pickup mounted at the bottom of the fretboarda far cry in design from the acousticelectric guitars of today. Introduced in 1950 and produced until 1958, the gibson cf100e was one of the earliest production flattop, cutaway acoustic guitars with a pickup. Cf 100e collectors edition acousticelectric guitar. Demo of a new gibson cf 100e that just arrived at tall toad music. Uber gibson and epiphone guitars available free shipping, 30day moneyback guarantee and 3year warranty. Gibson cf100 guitar gibson cf100 guitar info flat top. Gibson 1959 es335 reissue vn vos gibson 1959 es335 reissue vn vos. Mahogany back and sides with spruce top and x braci. A custom shop reissue of the 50s original, the cf 100e features a spruce top, mahogany back and sides, a magnetic pickup.

We are in vintageguitarbusiness since more than 30 years and also well known as organizer of germanys oldest and biggest vintageguitar show taking place annually on the first weekend of november. Gibson used, 2007 custom shop cf100e acousticelectric. Comes with what appears to be a nice original hard case. Jan 06, 2006 im shopping around for an lp special, it seems some come with p90s and some with p100s. When gibson first offered the cf 100 in 1950, its first flattop cutaway instrument, it was immediately recognized for its innovative design. Frets are new, there is one ding identified in photo with arrow. Gibson was listening to what their customers wanted. P90 vs p100why do people think p100s suck the gear page. Used 2017 gibson montana cf 100e collectors edition acoustic guitar revolutionary for when it came out in the 1950s, it was the only gibson flattop at the time with a cutaway, let alone a builtin pickup.

Original p90 is super warm and a killer plugged in tone. Heres a reissue of the under the radar guitar released as a collectors edition in 2016, with a sitka spruce top, autumn burst top finish. Gibson cf100e reissue 2000s sunburst price guide reverb. Second hand gibson cf100e 63 of 100 electro acoustic guitar. Acousticelectric guitars free delivery possible on eligible purchases. The gibson site says the new 2018 gibson sg standard t is equipped with gibson 61t and 61r pickups. Based on the then popular cf 100 model, gibson added a p90 single coil pickup, mounted just above the sound hole. Gibson custom shop cf100e collector edition autumn burst revolutionary for when it came out in the 1950s, it was the only gibson flattop at the time with a cutaway, let alone a builtin pickup. Gibson custom shop cf100e collector edition autumn burst.

I will say that short run 2011 cf 100e small body had very little acoustic volume. Just watched the trailer for a new movie to be released in jan 2011 called country strong in which a cf 100e is played often by gwyneth paltrow. Players touted the ease of playing provided by the florentine cutaway and smaller body design and this limited edition is no different. Gibson cf100e collectors edition limited gibsoncf100ecollectorseditionlimited41967 gibsons flattop. Buy gibson cf 100e collectors edition acousticelectric guitar level 3 autumn burst 190839081193. In other words, this guitar comes complete with a 1955 gibson p90. Gibson limited run 1950s cf100 ebony acousticelectric guitar. Now, with the collectors edition cf 100e, gibson has made it even more special by adding a p90 pickup, with volume and tone control, and gibson s custom autumn burst finish. Notable endorsers of this model include leon redbone. Gibson cf 100 e 1958 sunburst guitar for sale vintage guitars. Its basically a cutaway lg2 with a pickup, and super cool.

The pickup and electronics in this guitar are original, as far as i can tell, based on their appearance and the incredible sound. Sound wise the gibson 1950s cf100e reissue has crisp highs combined with soft midrange tones due to the high grade solid mahogany back and sides and solid spruce top. Here is a fine example of an uncommon gibson flattop from the 1950s, the cf 100e. Currently im sans paul, but gotten into a position to possibly pick up a used r9, which i have never owned, mainly because they were always substantially more than any r7, r8 and ro. For his solo acoustic gigs, j mascis of dinosaur jr often plays a 1950s gibson cf 100 equipped with a sunrise sound hole pickup.

It fascinated me to watch my friend mark turnbull play one of these for years. Gibson limited edition cf100 cutaway acoustic guitar. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. Limited edition cf100e collectors edition offered with our custom, autumn burst finish. Which pu is better and what are the characteristics of each i had 57s on an 86 3 pickup custom so i know how they react. Gibson s first cutaway acoustic, and this is the first year of production. The cf 100e boasted a couple of firsts for flat top guitars. This is a players guitar, not a collectors guitar as its very rough. Gibson cf100e reissue it is hard to get a real sense of just how radical the cf100e was in the early 50s when it was introduced. For greater savings check out our used gibson cf 100 collectors edition acoustic electric guitar and get a great deal today.

Great for around the house, recording, or just playing around. Then also had a recent reissue cf 100e, which didnt have the acoustic volume of the original one. J15, j45, sj200, j200, hummingbird, l00, l100, l1, songwriter, southern jumbo, advanced jumbo, wildwood new vintage, hide glue. Nov 15, 2015 demo of a new gibson cf 100e that just arrived at tall toad music. A custom shop reissue of the 50s original, the cf 100e features a spruce top, mahogany back and sides, a magnetic pickup, and a sharp florentine cutaway. Limited editionintroduced in 1950, players loved the cf 100 for its compactness and florentine cutaway making huge improvements in playability. This is a reissue of the 1951 model, the first flat top guitar with electronics ever produced. Used gibson cf100 collectors edition acoustic electric. Gibson acoustic guitars at wildwood guitars, authorized. Of all the dozens of guitar models bearing the gibson name over the past century, however, the les paul solidbody electric stands out from the rest as the most important. Very warm punchy tone acoustically, plus has the p90 pickup.