Gibson LG2 Banner Sitka 1945

It's worth taking a moment to appreciate just how special this vintage Gibson from the wartime era really is. The LG2 was part of the same series as the LG1 and LG3, but it was the only model to remain in production throughout the Second World War. Due to material shortages during those years, Gibson occasionally resorted to using alternative tonewoods. This 1945 Banner LG2, however, features the familiar combination of Sitka spruce and mahogany. Alongside the Banner logo, the headstock also carries the script logo. Inside the body, the absence of a FON number is another characteristic detail of 1945 production.

The LG2 is particularly appreciated for its scalloped X-braced top and is highly collectible thanks to the iconic Banner logo on the headstock. And don't underestimate the power of this guitar. It may look small and compact, but it produces a surprisingly loud sound. Strum a few chords and it can really take you by surprise! Played more gently, the clarity of the trebles is especially noticeable.

After 80 years, this guitar has matured into a beautiful vintage instrument with plenty of character. The finish has aged wonderfully, while the playing wear and lacquer checking give it the unmistakable appearance and personality that make vintage Gibsons so desirable.

The guitar has undergone several repairs over the years to keep it playable. The body has multiple repaired cracks, located on the back and on the treble-side shoulder. On the top, both a pickguard crack and a centre seam crack have been repaired. The finish has been touched up in some of these areas, although a few small cracks in the binding are still visible.

Inside the body, several braces have been reglued, as has the centre strip following an earlier break. The guitar has also been refretted at some point, and the bridge saddle has been replaced. It retains its original pickguard and tuning machines, and remains an absolute joy to play!

This guitar has been carefully inspected for condition and playability, then set up to our Gold Standard by a luthier. We make sure it arrives in your hands exactly as it should: sounding its best, playing effortlessly and ready to be enjoyed from the very first note.