Comparison of Gibson Banner LG 1, LG 2, LG 3

[@tmacrae]

Came here to lust after that LG-3, but stayed for the playing. Nicely done John!

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thanks, Travis! How are you?

[@SBanas]

I've just bought a modern LG2 but to hear those original ones is just such a joy. Great playing, great small guitars, and great short, straight to the point video. Thanks!

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thank you! Enjoy that guitar!

[@paulgeorgia8013]

Although not surprising, it is certainly interesting to hear how unique they are to one another. Each is very special in it's own way!

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thank you.

[@hackerguitar]

Remarkable guitars and wonderful playing - thank you!

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thanks, Matt!

[@hobiecat901]

Hello John. I have not forgot about you. I am slow but building a small Parlor guitar before I start the Building of the LG-2 style that you helped me with the layout. I will keep you in the know.

[@FrankieSIM76]

Greetings from England. Nice playing. You are a very lucky guy owning these historic guitars. I shudder to think what that complete set is worth

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thank you!

[@justinr5902]

Fantastically done; thanks for sharing w/ us!

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thank you!

[@williamwoolcock]

I actually read Kalamazoo Gal, great book, thanks you! I have a 1964 LG1, it doesn't have the longitudinal brace on the back a the banner one has. I wonder why the difference, perhaps cheapnes

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thanks! Yes, the bracing is a matter of economics. The Banner-era LG-1s were X-braced with fancy rosettes and purflings. The later LG-1s were ladder braced and had fewer back braces. Still very cool guitar, though!

[@scottschmittmusic]

Wow that sounds nice.. 1st one.. even better than the modern L2

[@Swinbad]

Lovely. Any of these for sale?

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thanks. But, alas, I'll never sell these guitars.

[@tadersalad7283]

Nice collection!

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thank you!

[@inlovewithguitars]

Wow, all three of them have mojo and charakter - thank you for the video, sir!

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thank you!

[@stephenkane2464]

in the description is says "The LG-1 and LG-2 shipped in August 1942. The LG-1 shipped on June 23, 1943." do you mean the LG-3 shipped in 1943???

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thank you for flagging my error! I corrected the description: The LG-2 and LG-3 shipped in August 1942. The LG-1 shipped on June 23, 1943.

[@stephenkane2464]

@@johnthomasguitar no problem :) i wasn't sure if i was wrong either. i just realized last night what i thought i had was an LG-2 but its actually an LG-1 ! 1955

[@johnthomasguitar]

@@stephenkane2464 Cool guitar!

[@BenPrevo]

Very nice - thanks for sharing.

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thanks, Ben!

[@hobiecat901]

John, what is the Chance of getting you to do me a Favor. Trace the Body of your LG-2 guitar body and mailing it to me? I sure need a copy and can not find one.

[@johnthomas8168]

Russell, sure! Email me at johnthomasguitar at gmail dot com

[@hobiecat901]

@@johnthomas8168 Good Morning to You John. I just sent you the Info through Gmail. Can not tell you how much I appreciate your time.

[@johnthomas8168]

@@hobiecat901 I just responded!

[@michaelbutler2312]

thanks john!! wonderful review!!

[@johnthomasguitar]

Thank you, Michael!

[@jakepeden5268]

How much would these sell for now compared to back then?

[@johnthomasguitar]

About 100 times more expensive today.

[@hobiecat901]

Very Nice Video. Certainly enjoyed it.

[@johnthomas8168]

Thank you!

[@michaelboyle3327]

Mahogany TOP LG is a LG 0 and is ladder braced. 9:00 . LG 1 is ladder braced sunburst. LG 2 is x braced sunburst. LG 3 is x braced natural top.

[@fischbyme]

How many of the best do you have Mr. 😂

[@yeats1554]

LG2 on sale？

[@johnthomasguitar]

No, none of these guitars are for sale.