2023 Gibson Keb’ Mo’ 3.0 12 Fret J-45 Sunburst

Gibson 2023 Keb’ Mo’ 3.0 12 Fret J-45

Signature model of blues singer/guitarist Keb' Mo', "Keb' Mo' "3.0" 12-Fret. J-45".

This is the third signature model, following the Bluesmaster released in 2010 and the Royale released in 2016, and is based on a round-shoulder body J-45, as opposed to the previous small-body models.

The specs are unique to the signature model and differ from the regular (current) model in the following ways.
- 25-inch scale neck (normally 24.75)
- 12-fret joint and associated sound hole position.
- Nut width: approx. 45.8 mm (wider than usual)
- Thinner body thickness at the body end.
- Crown inlays.
- Down belly

The top Sitka Spruce has been "thermally aged" to reproduce the characteristics of its age, with scalloped X-bracing and a soft V-style "Keb' Mo' Neck" neck shape.

The tuner bushings have been replaced.

The pickup is equipped with LR Baggs VTC as standard.

There are a few linear paint reaction marks on the body back, a tiny dent on the lower right-hand side of the bridge, several pockmarks and shallow scuffs on the body back, and a few tiny dents and scuffs on the head.

The frets are a little worn on the plain strings, but there is about 80-90% remaining overall, and the neck and truss rod are in good condition.

Top wood: Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce
Sides and Back: Mahogany
Neck : Mahogany
Fretboard : Rosewood
Nut width: approx. 45.8 mm
String height: 6th string side approx. 2.5 mm, 1st string side approx. 1.8 mm

Case: Original Hard Case