Discover the tone and projection of the “King of the Flat-Tops”
In this Gibson Gear Guide video, singer-songwriter Cristina Vane leads the way through a sound test of the Gibson SJ-200™. You’ll hear fingerstyle and strumming, showcasing the guitar’s timeless, full-bodied tone. Vane says, “The legacy of the ‘King of the Flat-Tops’ lives on in this guitar.” In the video, she’s playing a Gibson SJ-200 Standard in the Gibson.com and Garage exclusive Blueberry Burst finish.
Additionally, Christina walks you through the specifications of the instrument, including the L.R. Baggs™ Anthem electronics. She notes, “It has an under-the-saddle piezo pickup and an internal mic with the controls tucked away, which is really neat and attractive, in my opinion. It lets you control the levels of each to mix in your own defined sound—and it has a phase switch.”
Who is Cristina Vane?
Cristina Vane is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and captivating vocalist whose music seamlessly blends prewar blues, old-time fiddle and banjo, country, bluegrass, and the classic rock and 90s indie sounds of her youth. Born in Italy in the foothills of the Alps, she was raised across Italy, England, and France, reflecting her half-American, half-Guatemalan heritage in a richly diverse musical identity.
Her debut full-length, Nowhere Sounds Lovely, was produced by Grammy®-winning Cactus Moser (Wynonna Judd) and established Vane as a rising force in Americana and roots music. A second album followed, recorded with Brook Sutton and co-produced by Jano Rix (of The Wood Brothers). Now on her third studio effort, Hear My Call, Vane continues to expand her artistic vision while staying true to her passion for old-school blues, rock, and hill country influences.
She has shared the stage with luminaries like Molly Tuttle, Bob Weir, Jerry Douglas, Wynonna Judd, and Sam Bush, and has been featured by outlets such as Rolling Stone Country and NPR. A tireless touring artist, Cristina Vane’s commitment to forging her own path in roots music is reflected in her ever-evolving sound and growing roster of high-profile collaborations and festival appearances.
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