Lovies Guitars is excited to present this 2024 Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner LG-2 Acoustic Guitar finished in Vintage Sunburst. This exceptional Custom Shop recreation from Gibson faithfully captures the feel, tone, and character of the legendary wartime-era LG-2 models that have become some of the most beloved small-body acoustics ever produced.
The 1942 Banner LG-2 is prized for its dry, woody midrange, warm low end, and articulate response. Its smaller body size offers incredible balance and comfort while maintaining impressive projection and tonal richness. Perfect for fingerstyle, blues, folk, Americana, and singer-songwriter applications, this guitar delivers the intimate responsiveness and vintage-inspired voice players seek in a premium small-body acoustic.
The Vintage Sunburst finish paired with period-correct Banner styling gives this instrument an authentic pre-war aesthetic with outstanding Gibson Custom Shop craftsmanship throughout.
This guitar is all original (OG) and comes complete with its Certificate of Authenticity (COA) and Original Hardshell Case (OHSC).
Condition is rated at 9.6/10 – Excellent. There is light finish blushing on the top, while the back and sides remain exceptionally clean. No cracks or repairs.
SPECS
Model: 2024 Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner LG-2
Finish: Vintage Sunburst
Body Shape: LG-2 Small Body
Top: Thermally Aged Adirondack Spruce
Back & Sides: Mahogany
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Bridge: Rectangular Rosewood Bridge
Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing
Tuners: Open Gear Vintage Style
Case: Original Hardshell Case (OHSC) + COA
Condition: 9.6/10 – Excellent
Lovies Guitars Guarantee
A beautifully crafted Gibson Custom Shop Banner LG-2 with vintage-inspired tone, premium materials, and exceptional resonance. Clean, original, and highly responsive—this 1942 reissue is a fantastic modern recreation of one of Gibson’s most iconic small-body acoustics.
1st Fret: .890”
12th Fret: .998”
Nut Width: 1 3/4″
Serial: 22314041
SKU: 9748
Each guitar comes with a Sample of Fret-Not fret and fingerboard cleaner and our favorite Cooper Pick.
We offer a 14-day money-back return policy. Buy with confidence.
All guitars are guaranteed to arrive in the condition as described, and a full refund will be issued if not. Additionally, all our guitars are fully insured, and we will assist with any claims that may arise.
Lovies Guitars holds a CITES Master File, and we can provide certificates when and where they are required. We are also declaration-friendly, ensuring a smooth experience for international shipments.
