Epiphone Inspired By Gibson Hummingbird Masterbilt 12-string - Aged Cherry Sunburst Gloss

The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Hummingbird Masterbilt 12-String in Aged Cherry Sunburst Gloss is a stunning tribute to one of the most iconic acoustic guitars in history. Designed to capture the essence of the legendary Gibson Hummingbird while offering modern reliability and playability, this 12-string masterpiece delivers the rich, shimmering sound that has defined countless folk, rock, and country recordings over the decades.

At the heart of its tone is a solid Sitka spruce top, known for its balance of warmth, clarity, and dynamic response. Paired with solid mahogany back and sides, the guitar produces a deep, resonant sound with plenty of midrange warmth and sustain—ideal for everything from intricate fingerpicking to bold, open-chord strumming. The long-scale mahogany neck provides excellent note separation and clarity, while the Indian laurel fingerboard ensures a smooth playing experience with a warm tonal character.

True to the Hummingbird’s signature aesthetic, this Masterbilt 12-string features the instantly recognisable Aged Cherry Sunburst finish, beautifully highlighting the natural grain of the tonewoods. The iconic ornate pickguard, with its delicate hummingbird and floral motif, adds to the vintage appeal, making this guitar as visually striking as it is sonically impressive.

For live performers and recording artists, the built-in Fishman Sonitone electronics ensure that the guitar’s rich, organic tone translates effortlessly when plugged in. With discreet soundhole-mounted controls for tone and volume, shaping your amplified sound is intuitive and straightforward, allowing for natural, high-quality projection in any setting.

This Epiphone Hummingbird Masterbilt 12-String is the perfect instrument for musicians seeking the classic, bell-like chime of a 12-string guitar with the craftsmanship and reliability of modern construction. Whether you’re adding shimmering textures to a studio recording, performing on stage, or simply enjoying its lush tone at home, this Hummingbird is a timeless classic, now available at Musicmaker, Ireland’s trusted home for premium acoustic guitars.

Specifications

Body

• Body Shape: Square Shoulder Dreadnought

• Body Material: Solid Mahogany

• Top: Solid Sitka Spruce

• Back: Solid Mahogany

• Side: Solid Mahogany

• Bracing: Quarter Sawn Spruce

• Binding: 6-ply Top, 4-ply Back

• Finish: Aged Gloss

Neck

• Material: Mahogany

• Profile: Rounded C

• Scale Length: 24.724"

• Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel, Antique Ivory binding

• Fingerboard Radius: 12.01"

• Number Of Frets: 20

• Frets: Medium Jumbo

• Nut Material: Bone

• Nut Width: 1.875"

• End of Board Width: 2.461"

• Inlays: Mother of Pearl Split Parallelogram

• Joint: Tapered Dovetail

Hardware

• Finish: Nickel

• Tuner Plating: Nickel

• Bridge: 12-String, Reverse Bell

• Saddle Material: Bone

• Tuning Machines: Grover® Mini Rotomatic®

• Pickguard: Hummingbird Shape with Hummingbird Graphics

• TrussRod: Dual Action

• Truss Rod Cover: 2-ply Bell with HUMMINGBIRD in White

• Bridge Pins: Ivory

• Strap Buttons: 2 - end pin jack and side of heel

Electronics

• Under Saddle Pickup: Fishman Sonicore

• Controls: Fishman Sonitone Soundhole mounted Volume and Tone

• Output Jack: Endpin Jack

• Preamp: Fishman Sonitone