A 1950s-inspired J-45

The new 50s J-45 Original model flaunts vintage-inspired detailing from the golden era of Gibson. Classic “Workhorse” materials include a Sitka Spruce top and Select Mahogany back and sides. The multi-ply top and single-ply back binding are subtly antiqued making each instrument look just like a seasoned Gibson acoustic. Appointed with cream button tuners, a 50s-era tortoise pick guard, and upgraded with an LR Baggs® VTC pickup for the best and most natural-sounding tone when amplified.

Body Style

Round Shoulder

Body Shape

J-45

Top

Sitka spruce

Back

Mahogany

Side

Mahogany

Bracing

Traditional hand scalloped X-bracing

Binding

Multi-ply top, single-ply back

Body Finish

Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

NECK

Profile

Rounded

Scale Length

628.65 mm / 24.75 in

Fingerboard Material

Rosewood

Fingerboard Radius

304.8 mm / 12 in

Fret Count

20

Frets

Standard

Nut Material

Bone

Nut Width

43.81 mm / 1.724 in

Inlays

Mother-of-pearl dots

Joint

Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body

HARDWARE

Finish

Nickel

Bridge

Traditional belly up

Saddle Material

Bone

Tuning Machines

Grover Strap Cream Button

Pickguard

50's, Tortoise

Truss Rod Cover

Black

Bridge Pins

Tusq

ELECTRONICS

Under Saddle Pickup

LR Baggs VTC

Controls

Volume and Tone Controls

MISC

Strings Gauge

0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012

Case

Hardshell Case

Accessories

Includes Gibson Accessory Kit