Gibson Custom 1963 Dove Light Aged Dark Natural

The Gibson Custom 1963 Dove Light Aged Dark Natural is a masterful recreation of one of Gibson’s most iconic square-shouldered acoustics. First introduced in the early 1960s, the Dove became a favorite for its bold projection, articulate tone, and visually striking appointments. This modern Custom Shop rendition honors that legacy with meticulous craftsmanship, authentic vintage-inspired details, and Gibson’s Light Aging treatment for a naturally worn-in look and feel.

Built with premium Sitka spruce and flamed maple, the 1963 Dove delivers a uniquely bright, focused voice with shimmering trebles and tight, controlled lows—perfect for flatpicking, strumming, or intricate fingerstyle work. The long-scale neck enhances projection and clarity, while the hand-scalloped X-bracing provides superb resonance and sustain.

Finished in Dark Natural with subtle Light Aged checking and hardware patina, this guitar feels like a well-preserved original while offering the reliability and playability of a brand-new Custom Shop instrument.

Features

• Light Aged finish for a gently worn vintage aesthetic
• Sitka spruce top with flamed maple back and sides for articulate, bright tone
• Long-scale neck for extra projection and note definition
• Multi-ply body binding and iconic Dove pickguard
• Mother-of-pearl split parallelogram fingerboard inlays
• Traditional Dove bridge with inlaid mother-of-pearl doves
• Hand-scalloped X-bracing for enhanced resonance and balance
• Deluxe hardshell case included

Specifications

• Body Style: Square-Shouldered Dreadnought
• Top: Sitka Spruce
• Back & Sides: Flamed Maple
• Bracing: Hand-Scalloped X-Bracing
• Finish: Dark Natural, Light Aged
• Scale Length: 25 ½"
• Neck: Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Rounded
• Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood, 12" radius
• Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Split Parallelograms
• Frets: 20
• Nut Width: 1.725"
• Bridge: Dove-style with mother-of-pearl inlays
• Hardware: Light Aged Nickel
• Case: Gibson Deluxe Hardshell Case

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

• Authorized Gibson Custom Shop dealer with expert staff
• Carefully inspected and professionally set up for optimal playability
• Premium selection of Gibson acoustic and electric instruments
• Family-owned shop dedicated to customer service and satisfaction
• Nationwide shipping with secure packaging
• Local support for setup, maintenance, and warranty needs