Gibson Hummingbirds not as Popular as other Mahogany Guitars

[Orfeas]

Aesthetics aside, I played birds that were ok and some good ones. However, two years ago I came across a True Vintage or Vintage bird that it was absolutely incredible to strum and fingerpick. This particular instrument's sound was in my head as to how a mahogany guitar should sound.

[elasticman]

Originally Posted by Orfeas

Aesthetics aside, I played birds that were ok and some good ones. However, two years ago I came across a True Vintage or Vintage bird that it was absolutely incredible to strum and fingerpick. This particular instrument's sound was in my head as to how a mahogany guitar should sound.

that's the one I have. Totally agree!

[kjcole]

I learned to flat pick so I have something else to play in a bluegrass jam when there's another banjo, and have pretty much only played Martin-type dreds (surprise). My current is a Santa Cruz TR (circa 2000) that I absolutely love (surprise). This fall l inherited a 1967-68 Hummingbird natural from a relative who bought it new. That guitar has barely been played in its lifetime and lived destrung in its case, on a shelf. Objectively a mint example. So when it was gifted to me I strung it up, checked the setup (noticing the narrow neck), and started playing it. My first thought was 'now that's different.' Sound is more ....monolithic?...less articulate and more blended. Different

[Wellington]

I love the short scale, but way too expensive for my needs. I’d sober but a j45, but my wife would love a hummingbird.