Gibson 2026 Dove Original Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Vintage Cherry Sunburst

The Dove Original's clear, projecting maple character gets a more revealing amplified voice in its latest refresh, centered on Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA electronics. The Gibson Dove Original acoustic-electric guitar pairs a Sitka spruce top with flame maple back and sides, traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing and a 25.5" scale for a crisp, articulate square-shoulder response. A Rounded mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard keep the playing surface familiar, while mother-of-pearl split-parallelogram inlays add classic Gibson detail. The rosewood Dove bridge, engraved Dove pickguard, bone nut and saddle and nickel Grover Keystone tuners preserve the model's distinctive identity as the refreshed electronics make that acoustic character easier to carry to the stage.

Baggs HiFi DNA Electronics for Dynamic, Natural Amplified Tone

The Dove Original features Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA electronics designed to translate the guitar's natural character with dynamic realism, warmth and tactile immediacy. Two lightweight, flexible sensors mounted to the internal bridge plate respond sensitively to the soundboard without placing an undersaddle pickup between the saddle and bridge, helping preserve the instrument's inherent acoustic voice. Rather than feeding both sensors through a single preamp input, the system processes its High and Low sensors separately through dedicated, custom-voiced all-discrete Class A preamp circuits before blending them into an optimized output. This split-signal design captures greater dynamic range while maintaining clarity, articulation and strong feedback resistance. Discreet volume and tone controls along the soundhole edge provide convenient adjustment while keeping the guitar's appearance clean and its acoustic character front and center.

Sitka Spruce and Flame Maple Add Clarity and Projection

The Dove Original pairs a Sitka spruce top with flame maple back and sides for the crisp, clear projection long associated with the model. Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing gives the soundboard room to respond dynamically across broad rhythm work and more controlled picking, while the square-shoulder body supplies the size and acoustic presence needed to carry those details. Maple keeps the response focused and articulate as the guitar is driven harder, helping chords retain definition in denser arrangements. The result is a bright, projecting voice that distinguishes the Dove from the mahogany-backed Hummingbird models around it.

25.5" Scale Gives the Dove a Distinct Response

A 25.5" scale sets the Dove Original apart from the shorter-scale Hummingbird and J-185 models in this group, giving the model its own playing response and fret spacing. The Rounded mahogany neck pairs with a 1.725" bone nut and a 12"-radius rosewood fingerboard carrying 20 frets and mother-of-pearl split-parallelogram inlays. Those familiar Gibson neck ingredients keep the longer scale approachable, while the extended scale length reinforces the Dove's distinct identity as a square-shoulder acoustic built around projection, articulation and a slightly different feel under the fretting hand.

Dove Bridge and Engraved Pickguard Define the Hardware

The rosewood Dove bridge is one of the model's defining appointments, paired with a bone saddle to continue the traditional string path through the body. Grover Keystone tuners and nickel hardware provide a clean, functional headstock treatment, while the engraved Dove pickguard contributes the model-specific imagery that immediately separates this guitar from other square-shoulder Gibson acoustics. Together, the bridge shape, pickguard artwork and hardware create a visual package every bit as distinctive as the flame maple body, giving the Dove Original a clear identity from headstock to lower bout.

Distinctive Dove Appointments Complete the Maple-Bodied Design

Multi-ply top and back binding, the engraved Dove pickguard and nickel hardware complete the model's distinctive square-shoulder presentation around its flame maple body. Antique Natural and Vintage Cherry Sunburst provide two finish directions beneath gloss nitrocellulose lacquer while the core appointments remain unchanged. A Gibson hardshell case is included for transport and storage. For players who want clear maple projection, unmistakable Dove styling and modern amplified capability, the 2026 Dove Original pairs its long-scale acoustic voice with Baggs HiFi DNA electronics.