The J-45 is Gibson’s best-selling acoustic of all time. Nicknamed “The Workhorse” and first introduced in 1942, this iconic acoustic has become the cornerstone of its round-shoulder, dreadnought line. World renowned for its full, balanced expression, warm bass and excellent projection, the J-45 has been refined to carry this legacy to new heights. This 2019 model delivers a sound with incredible dynamic range, warm mids, and a tight punchy bass.
J-45 Standard Specifications
Body
Body ShapeJ-45Top MaterialSitka SpruceBracingTraditional hand-scalloped X-bracingBindingMulti-ply top, single-ply backFinishNitrocellulose
Neck
Neck MaterialMahoganyNeck ProfileSlim TaperFingerboard MaterialRosewoodFingerboard Radius12″ / 304.8mmNumber of Frets20FretsStandardNut MaterialBlackNut Width1.73″ / 43.82mmInlaysMother-of-pearl dots
Hardware
TunersGrover Rotomatics w/ Kidney ButtonsTuner PlatingNickelTruss Rod CoverB/WPick GuardTear DropSaddle MaterialTusqBridgeTraditional belly up, RosewoodBridge PinsTusq
Electronics
Controls1 Volume, 1 Tone
Miscellaneous
Strings0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012CaseGibson Hardshell
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