Gibson Ukulele

Gibson are far better known for their guitars (such as the Les Paul and the SG), but they did also produce ukuleles. Gibson made both wooden ukuleles and banjo ukuleles (famously played by George Formby). They are no longer made and have become something of a collector's item so those that crop up on eBay tend to command quite a high price.

Gibson do have the distinction of being the first company to release an electric ukulele (in 1951). It isn't, it has to be said, the most elegant looking instrument. It's a standard acoustic ukulele with a large, guitar-like pick up stuck between the soundhole and bridge.

On Video

The legendary George Formby on his Gibson UB2 ukulele banjo.

On eBay

Gibson Poinsettia custom uke ukulele c 1929 NR    US $3,750.00

8 Sanding Beam fits Gibson Mandolin Ukulele luthier    US $28.75

Vintage 1926 Gibson UB 5 Banjo Ukulele with case    US $1,500.00