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.

50s J-45 Original Specifications  

Body

• Body Shape: J-45
• Top: Sitka spruce
• Back: Mahogany
• Side: Mahogany
• Bracing: Traditional hand scalloped X-bracing
• Binding: Multi-ply top, single-ply back
• Finish: Nitrocellulose

Neck

• Material: Mahogany
• Profile: Round
• Scale Length: 24.75" / 628.65mm
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Number Of Frets: 20
• Frets: Standard
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.72" / 43.81mm
• Inlays: Mother-of-pearl dots
• Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body

Hardware

• Finish: Nickel
• Tuner Plating: 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

Miscellaneous

• Strings: 0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012
• Case: Hardshell Case
• Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit