The J-45 is Gibsons 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. The Gibson J-45 Standard delivers a sound with incredible dynamic range, warm mids, and a tight punchy bass.
The World-Famous Workhorse
Features
- J-45 Body Shape, Sitka spruce Top, Mahogany Back and Sides, Multi-ply top, single-ply back Binding
- LR Baggs VTC Under Saddle Pickup
- Grover Rotomatics w/ kidney buttons
- Tear drop Pickguard
Specs
Type |
Hollow Body |
Colour |
Vintage Sunburst |
Orientation |
Right Handed |
Number of Strings |
6 |
Body Shape |
J-45 |
Body Material |
Sitka spruce Top; Mahogany Back and Sides
|
Body Finish |
Nitrocellulose
|
Neck Material |
Mahogany |
Neck Shape |
Slim Taper |
Fingerboard Material |
Rosewood |
Fingerboard Radius |
12″ |
Number of Frets |
20 |
Fret Size |
Standard |
Nut Material |
Black |
Nut Width |
1.72″ / 43.81mm |
Position Inlays |
Mother-of-pearl Dots
|
Pickup |
LR Baggs VTC
|
Controls |
Volume and Tone controls
|
Bridge |
Traditional belly up
|
Tuners |
Grover Rotomatics w/ kidney buttons |
Strings |
0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012 |
Case |
Hardshell Case |