{"product_id":"2003-gibson-dove-heritage-cherry-sunburst-lr-baggs-w-ohsc","title":"2003 Gibson Dove Heritage Cherry Sunburst LR Baggs w\/ OHSC","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--sticky-padding-top)\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFor Sale: 2003 Gibson Dove – Heritage Cherry Sunburst | Flame Maple | LR Baggs | OHSC\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp for sale is a \u003cstrong\u003e2003 Gibson Dove in Heritage Cherry Sunburst\u003c\/strong\u003e, complete with its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Gibson hard-shell case\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dove is one of Gibson’s most iconic square-shoulder acoustics, combining the projection and power of a long-scale dreadnought with the clarity and definition of maple construction. This beautiful 2003 example features a \u003cstrong\u003esolid Sitka spruce top, flame maple back and sides, rosewood fingerboard, classic Dove appointments, and gorgeous Heritage Cherry Sunburst nitrocellulose finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the warmer, darker character typically associated with a rosewood-bodied dreadnought, the Dove has a clear, immediate voice with excellent note separation and plenty of projection. This guitar has also been fitted with an \u003cstrong\u003eaftermarket LR Baggs Element pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it equally at home acoustically or plugged in on stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good – 8.5\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight scratches from normal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDings throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish checking throughout the guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful naturally aged appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall very nice condition for a 2003 instrument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish checking is cosmetic and gives the guitar a great naturally aged character that looks right at home on a 20+ year-old nitro-finished Gibson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003eno cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck is straight and stable, the frets are in excellent playing condition, and the guitar has been professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt plays cleanly up and down the fingerboard with comfortable action and no buzzing or dead spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Gibson hard-shell case\u003c\/strong\u003e is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gibson Dove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 02093019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heritage Cherry Sunburst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Square-Shoulder Dreadnought\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Sitka Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack \u0026amp; 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The light cosmetic wear and natural finish checking give the nitrocellulose finish plenty of vintage character without taking away from the overall presentation of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlame Maple Back \u0026amp; Sides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the defining characteristics of the Dove is its \u003cstrong\u003emaple construction\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flame maple back and sides aren't simply a visual feature—they play a major role in the guitar's distinctive sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaple tends to produce a focused, articulate response with excellent note separation. Combined with the solid Sitka spruce top, the result is a big acoustic voice that remains clear even when strummed aggressively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figuring in the maple also looks fantastic beneath the Heritage Cherry Sunburst finish and gives the guitar the premium appearance expected from one of Gibson’s flagship acoustics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTone \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Dove has a \u003cstrong\u003ebig, clear, powerful acoustic voice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sitka spruce top provides excellent dynamic range and projection, while the maple back and sides contribute clarity, punch, and definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e25.5\" scale length\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a little more string tension than Gibson’s shorter-scale acoustics, contributing to the Dove's strong projection and immediate response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChords have excellent separation, individual notes remain defined, and the guitar has enough headroom to handle aggressive strumming without becoming muddy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck measures \u003cstrong\u003e.82\" at the 1st fret and .88\" at the 9th fret\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it a comfortable profile that doesn't feel excessively large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e5 lbs 2 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e, the guitar feels substantial and resonant in the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost importantly, it plays and sounds fantastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLR Baggs Element Pickup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar has been upgraded with an \u003cstrong\u003eaftermarket LR Baggs Element pickup system\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Element is a popular choice for professional acoustic amplification and makes this Dove ready for gigs, rehearsals, recording, or any situation where plugging directly into an acoustic amp, PA, or interface is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pickup installation is the notable modification to the guitar and adds useful functionality without taking away from its classic acoustic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOriginal Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar comes complete with its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Gibson hard-shell case\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving the original case is a nice addition to a 20+ year-old Gibson acoustic and provides excellent protection for storage, transportation, and shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTransparency \u0026amp; Photos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the \u003cstrong\u003eexact instrument—no stock photos\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the photo set, you'll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to clearly show the scratches, dings, finish checking, and any other cosmetic wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe don't just describe the condition—we show it in detail so there are no surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of our customers tell us their guitars arrive in better condition than expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Guitar Chimp?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are experts at shipping and have safely shipped thousands of guitars all over the world. 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