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5-year warranty & 30-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
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We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
Key Features
The Gibson 1960 Hummingbird is a vintage-inspired acoustic that captures the spirit of its legendary origins. With its square-shoulder dreadnought shape, thermally aged Sitka spruce top, and mahogany body, it delivers a warm, balanced tone that sounds wide open straight out of the case. The hand-rubbed VOS nitro finish gives it the look and feel of a well-loved classic, while traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing ensures dynamic response and rich projection.
A rounded mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard with mother-of-pearl parallelograms offer smooth playability and elegant vintage style. Premium bone components at the nut, saddle, and bridge pins enhance tonal clarity and sustain, while Gotoh Keystone tuners provide stable, precise tuning. Finished with a detailed casted Hummingbird pickguard and housed in a period-correct case, this reissue is a timeless nod to one of Gibson’s most iconic acoustics.
Product Ref: 152148
The Gibson 1960 Hummingbird is a faithful revival of one of the most iconic acoustic guitars in history. First introduced in 1960, the original Hummingbird marked a significant turning point for Gibson, launching their first square-shouldered dreadnought. Quickly adopted by legendary songwriters and performers throughout the 1960s and beyond, it became synonymous with warmth, character, and style. This historic reissue meticulously replicates the look, feel, and tone of those early models, offering a compelling blend of vintage charm and modern reliability. Every detail, from the profile of the neck to the vintage-correct pickguard, reflects Gibson’s commitment to honouring its legacy.
At the heart of this Hummingbird’s voice is a thermally aged Sitka spruce top, which delivers the rich, open sound of a vintage instrument that has been played in over decades. Thermal ageing, also known as torrefaction, is a process that carefully removes moisture and organic impurities from the wood, simulating the natural ageing process. The result is a top that responds with increased resonance, improved clarity, and a broken-in tonal character typically reserved for well-worn instruments. This makes the 1960 Hummingbird sound exceptional right out of the case and ensures it will continue to develop even more depth and warmth over time.
Adding to its vintage credentials, the 1960 Hummingbird features Gibson’s new Thin Finish – a delicate nitrocellulose lacquer that allows the wood to breathe and resonate more freely than thicker, modern coatings. This ultra-thin finish is complemented by a hand-applied VOS (Vintage Original Spec) treatment that gives the guitar a gently aged look and feel. The subtle patina and soft sheen replicate the aesthetic of a well-cared-for instrument from decades past, adding authentic visual appeal without relying on heavy relicing. This finish not only enhances the guitar’s tone but also improves tactile feedback, making it a joy to play and admire in equal measure.
The attention to detail in the construction of the 1960 Hummingbird goes well beyond the finish and materials. A rounded mahogany neck offers a comfortable, vintage-correct feel that suits everything from bold strumming to intricate fingerpicking. The rosewood fingerboard, adorned with mother-of-pearl parallelogram inlays, is smooth under the fingers and adds to the classic aesthetic. The compound dovetail neck joint ensures tight contact between neck and body for maximum transfer of resonance, while the traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing allows the top to vibrate with freedom and balance. These features make the guitar highly responsive to changes in touch and dynamics, producing nuanced tones across a wide range of styles.
Every detail of the Gibson 1960 Hummingbird is designed to enhance tone, reliability, and period authenticity. A traditional belly-up rosewood bridge is paired with a bone saddle and bone bridge pins, optimising string vibration transfer and sustain. The nut is also bone, further improving tonal definition and clarity. Gotoh Keystone tuners offer vintage styling along with smooth, accurate tuning stability. The casted Hummingbird pickguard features intricate artwork that is instantly recognisable and historically accurate, reinforcing the instrument’s visual identity. Delivered in a period-correct case with a Gibson accessory kit, this Hummingbird offers outstanding tone, exceptional playability, and a complete vintage experience that reflects Gibson’s unmatched heritage in acoustic craftsmanship.
