Gibson | The Process
24 videos • 191,620 views • by Gibson TV Welcome to Gibson TV’s The Process: learn how your favorite Gibson acoustic and electric guitars are made and meet the people who build them at the Gibson Factory in the USA. Have you ever wondered how a Gibson guitar is brought to life, from the moment the wood is selected for your guitar to the final construction, where it becomes the iconic instrument that graces stages around the world? Gibson TV’s “The Process” playlist offers an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the art, care, and attention that goes into hand-making your Gibson guitar. Each episode of “The Process” serves as an “aah, that’s how it’s made” moment, explaining the different stages of the Gibson guitar-making journey. Ever wondered how the lush, Burst finish on your favorite Gibson acoustic guitar is sprayed? Watch as we show you how the Gibson Craftory sprays the iconic sunburst on your guitar, and see how our rich history of spraying guitars and development of industry-standard techniques coupled with meticulous care is involved in creating this stunning visual effect that is instantly recognizable. Curious about the precise work that ensures the neck of your guitar fits perfectly with the body? Watch the “Neck Fit and Final Sanding at Gibson Acoustic Guitars” video as we unveil the precision and expertise required to ensure your instrument feels just right in your hands. It’s not just about aesthetics—every step is crucial to crafting the signature Gibson sound. For those intrigued by the initial stages of guitar construction, “How Tops, Backs, and Sides Are Made at Gibson Acoustic Guitars” takes you on a journey through the selection and assembly of the woods that form the body of your guitar and how they shape the sound. This episode demonstrates how Gibson’s choice of materials creates the unique sound of your instrument and you’ll get to meet the team that put them together! Have you ever thought about the final touches that make your Gibson uniquely yours? “Installing Fingerboards, Frets & How to Date Your Gibson Acoustic Guitars | The Process S2 EP5” not only covers the installation process but also gives insight into how you can identify the age of your Gibson, a must-know for any Gibson enthusiast. Episodes of The Process like “Scraping Binding & Antiquing Your Gibson Acoustic Guitars” offer a look at the finishing touches that define the vintage aesthetic of many Gibson guitars and how the team at the Gibson Craftory hand scrape the binding on every guitar you see – a job that takes years to perfect. This episode provides a fascinating glimpse into how Gibson artisans age a guitar, giving it a classic look that offers that “played-in” aesthetic. For electric guitar enthusiasts, episodes like “How Guitar Pickups Are Wound At Gibson USA” and “Final Guitar Assembly At Gibson USA Factory” explain the intricate details of pickup winding and the comprehensive assembly process, highlighting how we get that unique sound and how much care and attention we take in assembling your guitar before you pick it up. By subscribing to “The Process” on Gibson TV, you’re not just watching the making of a guitar; you’re immersing yourself in the passion of our artisans at Gibson and seeing how much precision goes into building every Gibson acoustic and electric guitar. Join us on this journey inside the Gibson Factory by subscribing to the playlist today and getting an opportunity to answer your burning questions about how your Gibson guitar is made, as well as to appreciate the blend of tradition and technology that makes Gibson guitars so loved.