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Gibson collaborates with the new film ‘Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere’—in theaters now
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GIBSON COLLABORATES WITH
“SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE”
SHOWCASING THE
GIBSON SJ-200 GUITARS IN THE FILM
GIBSON AND EPIPHONE ACOUSTIC COLLECTION,
AVAILABLE NOW ON GIBSON.COM
Jeremy Allen White as Bruce Springsteen in 20th Century Studios’ “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere.” Photo courtesy © 2025 20th Century Studios. Above: Jeremy is pictured with a Gibson SJ-200 model acoustic made for the film.
Explore the Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere Collection from Gibson and Epiphone HERE.
NASHVILLE, TN -- Gibson has been shaping the sound of music since 1894, when founder Orville Gibson designed and built his earliest-known instrument in his workshop. Gibson instruments have inspired generation-defining musicians, catalyzed powerful moments in pop culture, and encouraged new players to pick up the guitar—often in legendary appearances on the silver screen.
From 20th Century Studios, “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere” chronicles the making of Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 “Nebraska” album when he was a young musician on the cusp of global superstardom, struggling to reconcile the pressures of success with the ghosts of his past. Starring Jeremy Allen White as the Boss, the film is written for the screen and directed by Scott Cooper, based on the book “Deliver Me from Nowhere” by Warren Zanes. Recorded in Springsteen’s New Jersey bedroom on a 4-track recorder and a late-1950s Gibson SJ-200, the album marked a pivotal time in his life and is considered one of his most enduring works—a raw, haunted acoustic record populated by lost souls searching for a reason to believe. “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere” is now playing in theaters.
Gibson’s acoustic luthiers collaborated closely with the production team, including award-winning producer Dave Cobb, who was tasked with recreating Bruce Springsteen’s music for the screen. For the original score, Cooper turned to Jeremiah Fraites, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from The Lumineers, whose New Jersey roots and deep connection to Springsteen’s work helped shape the film’s emotional core. A range of Gibson and Epiphone acoustics—many handcrafted at the Gibson acoustic craftory in Bozeman, Montana—were used throughout filming and recording to match the instruments, tones, and signal chains of the era.
Today, Gibson unveiled the Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere Collection, a specially curated selection of Gibson and Epiphone acoustic instruments featured in and inspired by the motion picture, available now on Gibson.com.
In celebration of the release, select guitars created for and used in the film are now on display at the Gibson Garage Nashville, the brand’s flagship store in the heart of downtown Nashville.
From 20th Century Studios, “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere” is now playing only in theaters. View/share the trailers HERE and HERE.
Watch Bruce Springsteen gift Jeremy Allen White a Gibson SJ-200 HERE.
Read the Gibson Gazette interview where Jeremiah Fraites—multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from The Lumineers—who created the film’s original score, discusses recording the score for “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere”—HERE.
Explore the full Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere Collection on Gibson.com HERE.
Gibson & Epiphone Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere Collection:
Gibson Custom Shop 1957 SJ-200 Reissue
The Famous Fifties Jumbo
As seen in the 20th Century Studios film Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere.
The King of the Flat-tops, with the vintage vibe and feel from the era that gave birth to some of the most prized Gibson Acoustic instruments. This new Gibson Custom 1957 SJ-200 offers details such as hand-selected maple for the back and sides, a headstock stinger, and our thermally aged top for the full vintage effect.
The King of the Flat-tops
As seen in the 20th Century Studios film Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere.
The Gibson SJ-200 is the world’s most famous acoustic guitar and earned its designation as the “King of the Flat-Tops.” Since its release in 1937, its wide use by American artists has made the Super Jumbo one of the most widely played acoustic guitars of our time. The most striking features of the new SJ-200 Original include the carved four-bar Moustache™ bridge, an engraved tortoise pickguard, mother-of-pearl crown fretboard and headstock inlays, and exquisite flamed maple back and sides. The SJ-200 is an American original with its shape and elegant appearance.
All the vibe, feel, and vintage allure of the rare rosewood Pre-War Super Jumbo
Originally introduced in 1937, the Gibson SJ-200 quickly earned its title as “the King of the Flat-Tops” thanks to its bold sound, impressive projection, and commanding presence.
Early models featured rosewood back and sides, but due to limited demand during the post-Depression era, production numbers remained low—making these early rosewood-bodied SJ-200s highly sought-after by collectors today. Gibson Custom now proudly presents the Pre-War SJ-200 Rosewood Light Aged, a meticulous recreation of those rare originals. It features a thermally aged red spruce top with traditional scalloped X-bracing, rosewood back and sides with a three-rope marquetry strip, and ornate multi-ply binding throughout. The AAA maple neck includes a walnut stringer and stinger detail, while the ebony fretboard and bridge are adorned with mother-of-pearl inlays. Gold Grover® Imperial™ tuners and a tortoise pickguard with multi-colored dots complete the look. Finished with Murphy Lab’s Light Aging treatment and housed in a period-correct Red Line case, this model captures the spirit and craftsmanship of Gibson’s Golden Era—delivering vintage tone, feel, and aesthetic in a stunning modern build.
All the vibe, feel, and vintage allure of the famous 50s Super Jumbo
Introduced in 1937, the Gibson SJ-200 earned its reputation as “the King of the Flat-Tops” for its bold tone, powerful projection, and striking presence. By 1947, maple replaced rosewood for the back and sides, and the SJ-200 became a favorite among legends across genres—from Hollywood cowboys to rock royalty. Today, vintage 1950s models are prized by collectors.
Gibson Custom now presents the 1957 SJ-200 Light Aged, a faithful recreation of this celebrated era. It features a thermally aged Sitka spruce top with scalloped X-bracing installed using hide glue, AAA flamed maple back and sides with a checkerboard marquetry strip, and ornate multi-ply binding. The AAA maple neck includes a walnut stringer and stinger detail, while the rosewood fretboard and Moustache bridge are adorned with mother-of-pearl inlays. Gold Gotoh® tuners and a classic tortoise pickguard complete the vintage aesthetic. Finished with Murphy Lab’s Light Aging treatment and paired with lightly aged hardware, this model captures the look and feel of a well-played original. It comes housed in a period-correct 1950s-style Lifton™ case, delivering an authentic vintage experience only Gibson Custom can offer.
The King of the Flat-Tops
The legacy of Gibson’s “King of the Flat-Tops” lives on in the SJ-200™ Standard. From its inaugural appearance in 1937, Gibson’s SJ-200 set an unmatched standard. The SJ-200 continues the legacy of the world’s most famous acoustic guitar and is certainly one of the most popular. The body features gorgeous flame maple and is finished in gloss nitrocellulose lacquer. The SJ-200 comes equipped with gold Grover® Rotomatic® tuners, a TUSQ® nut, saddle, and bridge pins, and it is stage and studio-ready with an internal L.R. Baggs™ Anthem mic/pickup system. A Gibson hardshell case is included.
Hail to the King
The legacy of Gibson’s “King of the Flat-Tops” continues with the SJ-200 Western Classic. From its first appearance in 1937, Gibson’s SJ-200 set an unmatched standard.
The SJ-200 Western Classic from the Gibson Acoustic Custom Shop continues that tradition. With Indian rosewood back and sides paired with a AAA Sitka spruce top, it delivers impressive volume and exceptional tone. It is also one of the most stylish acoustic guitars ever created, with a four-bar Moustache bridge, ebony fingerboard with block mother of pearl inlays, gold Waverly tuning machines, and a Western Classic torch inlay on the headstock. A Gibson hardshell case is included.
A full-bodied SJ-200 Studio with the rich, resonant tone of rosewood and a gloss nitrocellulose top finish
First introduced in 1937, the Gibson SJ-200 has long been the “King of the Flat-Tops,” chosen by countless icons across genres. The new SJ-200 Studio Rosewood, handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana, updates this legacy with all-solid tonewoods: a gloss Sitka spruce top for dynamic range and satin-finished rosewood back and sides for deep, resonant bass reminiscent of rare pre-war models. Its full-depth body delivers the projection the SJ-200 is famous for, while the Advanced Response neck profile, rosewood fretboard with crown inlays, and smooth Grover tuners ensure effortless playability and stability. Equipped with an L.R. Baggs Element Bronze pickup and packaged in a modern hardshell case, the SJ-200 Studio Rosewood is built for both stage and studio—ready wherever your music takes you.
A Full-Bodied SJ-200 Studio Walnut with Rich, Resonant Tone
Hand-built using Sitka spruce and walnut, this SJ-200 Studio Walnut will surely please the eyes and ears. Updated with a traditional full body depth for deep, resonant tone, the latest SJ-200 Studio Walnut also comes equipped with an Advanced Response profile utile neck for playing comfort, and a satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish gives it the look and feel of a long-treasured musical companion. An L.R. Baggs Element Bronze active under-saddle piezo pickup and hardshell case make this guitar ready for the studio and the road.
Rosewood Returns to the King of the Flat-Tops
The Gibson SJ-200 is the world’s most famous acoustic guitar and well deserves its designation as the “King of the Flat-Tops.” Often made with a maple back and sides, the earliest examples were instead made with rosewood bodies. Now, Gibson is proud to release the SJ-200 Standard Rosewood, bringing rosewood back to this highly acclaimed and cherished model. In addition to the rosewood back and sides, it features a Sitka spruce top, a mahogany neck with a comfortable round profile, and a rosewood fretboard with graduated crown mother-of-pearl inlays, a two-bar Moustache bridge, TUSQ® bridge pins, saddle, and nut, and gold Grover Imperial™ tuners. It also comes equipped with the L.R. Baggs Anthem active under-saddle pickup and microphone system for superb studio-quality sound when plugged in, whether you’re recording or playing live. Also available in left-handed versions, a Gibson hardshell case is included.
Epiphone 1957 SJ-200
Epiphone and Gibson Custom proudly present the 1957 SJ-200 Reissue—an Inspired by Gibson Custom recreation of the legendary “King of the Flat-Tops.” Originally introduced in 1937, the SJ-200 became iconic for its bold sound, striking presence, and use by artists across genres.
This reissue features all-solid wood construction: a thermally aged Sitka spruce top with scalloped X-bracing, figured maple back and sides, and a flame maple neck with walnut stringer. The bound Indian rosewood fretboard showcases mother-of-pearl graduated crown inlays, while vintage-style details include a graphic SJ-200 pickguard, Moustache bridge, and Gibson “open book” headstock with Gibson crown inlay. Modern players will appreciate the built-in L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC pickup system for plug-and-play performance. Each guitar comes with a Red Line-inspired hardshell case featuring Inspired by Gibson Custom graphics. Watch a demo of the new Epiphone 1957 SJ-200 HERE.
All Gibson guitars are handcrafted in the USA.
Watch the Gibson TV series “The Process” to learn more about how Gibson acoustic guitars are handcrafted by expert luthiers at our craftory in Bozeman, Montana,
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