Greta Van Fleet’s Jake Kiszka pictured with his new Gibson SG Standard in Faded Vintage Cherry

If rock ’n’ roll had a time machine, it would probably look a lot like the new Jake Kiszka SG Standard from Gibson — a guitar that channels pure 1961 energy while keeping both boots planted firmly in the present.

Inspired by the well-loved ’61 SG that helped shape Jake’s sound with Greta Van Fleet, this limited-edition release feels less like a signature model and more like a personal artifact. Kiszka has long credited that original guitar as an extension of himself, and this new version carries that same spirit forward — only now it’s something fans (and aspiring guitar heroes) can actually get their hands on.


The Jake Kiszka SG Standard from Gibson Includes a hardshell Case

Visually, it’s everything you want from a classic SG: those instantly recognizable double-cutaway curves, deep beveling, and a rich Faded Vintage Cherry finish that practically glows under stage lights. The SlimTaper mahogany neck and rosewood fretboard keep things fast and fluid, while details like trapezoid inlays and vintage-style tuners add just enough polish without feeling overworked.

But this isn’t just a nostalgia piece. Gibson has quietly modernized the experience where it counts. The Sideways Vibrola — iconic but often finicky — has been locked in place, giving you the vintage look without the tuning headaches. It’s a clever compromise that mirrors Kiszka’s own approach: respect the past, but don’t get stuck in it.

Sound-wise, the guitar leans fully into its rock credentials. T-Type humbuckers deliver that mix of bite, clarity, and raw power that fans of Greta Van Fleet will instantly recognize. With independent volume and tone controls (and those coveted Orange Drop capacitors), there’s plenty of room to shape everything from warm, bluesy runs to full-on arena-filling riffs.

And because this is a limited run, Gibson didn’t skimp on the extras. Each guitar comes tucked into a sleek black hardshell case and includes a signed backplate from Kiszka himself, plus a custom leather strap finished with his metallic coin pendant—a detail that feels equal parts rock relic and stage-ready accessory.

To celebrate the launch, Kiszka made an appearance at the Gibson Garage Nashville for a live Q&A, giving fans a closer look at the story behind the instrument and the sound that inspired it. Watch the new interview with Jake Kiszka HERE.

For a band that’s built its reputation on reviving — and reimagining — classic rock, this release feels right on cue. The Jake Kiszka SG Standard isn’t just another signature guitar; it’s a love letter to a very specific moment in music history, rewritten for a new generation that’s ready to plug in and play loud.