Sell Your Gibson Acoustics & Archtops
Top Dollar Paid • Free Appraisal • Trusted for 30+ Years
J-45 • J-50 • Hummingbird • Dove • SJ-200 • L-00 • LG-2 • J-185 • Advanced Jumbo • L-5 • L-7 • ES-175 • Super 400
Get a Free QuoteFree insured shipping nationwide • Same-day offers
Why Choose Imperial Vintage Guitars?
Fair, Competitive Offers
Decades of Gibson expertise—transparent quotes on vintage & modern acoustics and archtops.
Fast & Hassle-Free
Send a few photos and details—get a quick, no-obligation appraisal.
Cash • Consignment • Trade
Instant cash, consignment with visibility, or trade-in credit—your choice.
Single Guitars & Collections
We buy one guitar—or full Gibson collections (cases, parts, amps welcome).
Models We Buy
Gibson Acoustics (Flat-Top)
J-45, J-50, J-35, Southern Jumbo (SJ), Advanced Jumbo, SJ-200 / J-200, J-185, J-100, Hummingbird, Dove, Songwriter, J-160E
L-00, L-0, L-1, LG-0, LG-1, LG-2, LG-3, B-25, CF-100 and more—vintage, Historic/Custom Shop, and USA models.
Archtops & Hollowbody
L-5, L-7, L-10, L-12, L-50, L-48, Super 400, ES-150, ES-125, ES-175, ES-300, ES-225, ES-295, ES-350, Byrdland and others.
Factory Bigsby, cutaway styles, pickup variations, and rare finishes welcome.
What Affects Value?
- Era & Build: Pre-war and golden-era acoustics, ’50s–’60s archtops, and Custom Shop reissues are highly sought.
- Originality: Factory finish, braces, bridge/saddle, tuners, pickups/electronics (where applicable).
- Condition: Clean examples fetch more; honest playwear or pro repairs can still sell strongly when disclosed.
- Tonewoods & Specs: Adirondack/Sitka tops, maple/mahogany/rosewood bodies, neck profiles, long vs. short scale.
- Color & Appointments: Sunburst, natural, custom colors; pearl inlay, binding, pickguards, and original cases.
- Provenance: Receipts, photos, and history can meaningfully increase offers.
💡 Refinished, crack-repaired, or player-grade? Still worth a look—send photos for a free, fair quote.
How It Works
1) Send Photos
Front/back, headstock, label/inside braces (acoustic), pickups/control cavity (archtop), and serial—good lighting helps.
2) Free Appraisal
We evaluate and send a clear, no-pressure offer quickly.
3) Get Paid Fast
Cash, consignment, or trade-in—whatever fits your plan.
What Other Sellers Say
5 out of 5 stars “I brought a ’50s J-45 They checked the braces and bridge plate, explained everything, and the offer felt fair. No pressure.”
5 out of 5 stars “Sold my Hummingbird. They caught a small top crack I’d missed and still made a strong cash offer.”
5 out of 5 stars “Shipped an L-5CES from Laguna Beach. Smooth process—they explained pickup originality and wiring, paid the same day.”
5 out of 5 stars “Consigned my SJ-200. Great photos, steady updates, and I netted more than I expected.”
Why Gibson Acoustics & Archtops Stand Out
From the warm, woody thump of a J-45 to the carved-top projection of an L-5, Gibson acoustics and archtops shaped folk, country, jazz, rock, and film music. That lasting demand is why your guitar will always have buyers.
Quick Answers
Do you only buy vintage?
No—vintage, Historic/Custom Shop, and USA models are all welcome.
Will cracks, refins, or headstock repairs kill the deal?
Not necessarily—quality, well-documented repairs can still bring strong offers. Send clear photos and we’ll give you a fair read.
How fast can I get paid?
Usually within 24–48 hours after we agree on a deal.
Call or Visit Us
Serving Los Angeles, Orange County & San Diego
We buy Gibson acoustics & archtops across Highland Park, Eagle Rock, Pasadena, Glendale, Studio City, Valley Village, Magnolia Park; in OC around Old Towne Orange, Tustin, Costa Mesa (Eastside); and in SD around North Park, Hillcrest, Clairemont. Prefer to ship? We provide free insured shipping nationwide with quick, fair offers.
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Selling a whole collection or estate?
We make same-day bulk offers and handle all logistics—local pickup in SoCal or free insured shipping nationwide.
