Play With Rich, Inspiring Tone on the Gibson J-160E Original - Vintage Sunburst – Genuine Australian Stock
The Gibson J-160E Original is an instrument built to help you get a sound that inspires you to play — supplied as genuine Australian stock with local warranty. It features a back and sides made from solid mahogany.
Why You’ll Love It
- Get a sound that inspires you to play — the Gibson J-160E is a legendary model, and for many players, it needs no introduction, but for players who may be unfamiliar…
- Enjoy comfortable playability — the J-160E was first introduced in 1954 as the second Gibson acoustic model to feature onboard electronics (after the CF-100E, which was…
- Built from quality tonewoods — while it has a round shoulder shape similar to the Southern Jumbo and J-45™, it was designed from the beginning as a…
- Ready for practice, stage or studio — now, Gibson is very proud to introduce the J-160E Original, a new model based on those vintage classics, enhanced with upgrades and…
Key Features
Design & Materials
The J-160E was first introduced in 1954 as the second Gibson acoustic model to feature onboard electronics (after the CF-100E, which was released in 1951), in the form of a… It features a back and sides made from solid mahogany. Instead of the laminated top and ladder bracing used on vintage models, the J-160E Original features a solid Sitka spruce top that is reinforced with our traditional scalloped X-bracing for…
Performance Specs
The key specifications of the Gibson J-160E Original are listed in its product name. Ask our team for the full manufacturer specification sheet before you order.
What’s Included
The Gibson J-160E Original as listed in the product name, with the manufacturer’s standard accessories. Ask our team if you need the exact box contents before ordering.
Perfect For
- Beginners and returning players
- Gigging and worship musicians
- Songwriters and recording artists
How It Stands Out
Tonewoods, electronics and finish are listed so you know exactly what you’re getting. Unlike grey imports, every instrument we sell is genuine Australian stock with the official local manufacturer’s warranty, priced in AUD including GST. It is in stock at our Melbourne warehouse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes — any player can enjoy it; the specs help you compare tonewoods and size.
Does it come with a case or gig bag?
Only if a case or bag is listed in the product name or included items.
Is the Gibson J-160E Original genuine Australian stock?
Yes. Every product is 100% genuine Australian stock with the official local manufacturer’s warranty.
How long does delivery take?
This item is in stock at our Melbourne warehouse and ships with StarTrack Express — free on orders over $500 AUD.
Technical Specifications
Need the full manufacturer specification sheet for this model? Ask our Melbourne gear desk on 0489 989 442 and we will send it through.
Australian Warranty & Support
This product is supplied with Gibson’s manufacturer warranty for Australian stock. Warranty length and terms vary by brand and model — contact us with the model and we will confirm the details before you order.
These benefits are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Accessories and consumable parts can carry different terms, and manufacturer terms can change, so check the official terms for your purchase date.
- Full official Australian manufacturer warranty with local repair centers.
- Australian Consumer Law (ACL) consumer guarantees apply to all purchases.
- Complimentary technical setup assistance via Melbourne gear desk.
Estimated Delivery
- Melbourne Metro
- 1 business day (same-day courier available)
- Sydney, Canberra & Brisbane Metro
- 1 – 2 business days (StarTrack Overnight)
- Adelaide & Hobart Metro
- 1 – 2 business days
- Perth & Darwin Metro
- 2 – 3 business days
- Regional & Remote Australia
- 2 – 4 business days
- New Zealand
- 3 – 7 business days
- Asia (selected countries)
- 5 – 10 business days
- Europe & United Kingdom
- 7 – 14 business days
- North & South America
- 7 – 14 business days
- Africa
- 10 – 20 business days
Orders placed before 2:00 PM AEST on business days are normally dispatched the same day. International delivery times are estimates from dispatch, and we confirm the international shipping cost before you pay. Import duties, taxes and customs fees charged by the destination country are the buyer’s responsibility. Some products, such as drones, radios and lithium batteries, have export or carrier restrictions; we confirm any restriction before you pay.
We cannot ship to: North Korea, Iran, Syria, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk regions. See the full delivery & shipping policy.