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Rating And Reviews: Gibson J-45 Standard

AA-grade Sitka spruce top. Honduran mahogany back and sides. L.R. Baggs Element Active acoustic pickup system. Vintage Sunburst below.

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"The Tone Search is Over !!" submitted March 8, 2012

By Christopher Munro in Taylor, MI
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Musical Background: 7 years. I play guitar and sing. Play weekly as a worship leader at church.
Music Style: I play Contemporary Christian, Acoustic rock, etc.
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Overall: I love this guitar ! I was debating on whether to spend such a large amount on a guitar but this was MORE THAN WORTH IT!! I have owned several lower end Taylors, Martins, Breedloves, and also a couple $2000 level guitars of these brands but nothing compared to this !! Great for strumming, finger-picking, any style. The look is stunning and craftsmanship second to none. I definitely see why they call it the Workhorse. I don't see needing another acoustic !!
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"Purely Amazing" submitted March 7, 2012

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Musical Background: been playing for 7 years.
Music Style: Rock, Country
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Sound: In standard tuning this beauty is stellar. Nice warmth and mids. Drop it in D and its a tone Beast! Dark sonorous tones come out! Feature: The wood that is used and the under saddle pickup placement makes this guitar just progressively sound better with age since there is no cut into the wood for a preamp. It is kind of a chore to have to back off the strings to get to the battery and the lack of a second strap button but seriously thats it. Ease of Use: There is no learning curve. Although just being the type of person i am i didnt go after this guitar until i thought i deserved to play it. This guitar will bring out the best in someone. the neck is chunky and smooth. The only surprise i had was how light it was. A very head heavy guitar. Quality: Its a Gibson made product. For all the reviews ive read and people being a little down on the quality coming out of the factory these days i didnt see one cosmetic thing wrong with it. Value: Well i hold three guitars in the highest standards and this is one of them. The price is a bit much but to be honest but it is one of the best guitars going and well worth it as this shoud be the only guitar you will ever have to own. Manufacturer Support: I havent ever had to deal with them. The Wow Factor: When you open the case for the first time and see it thats WOW factor enough really. The gloss on this guitar looks like a mirror. Like your looking into a still lake and seeing your reflection back. Plus the added padded blue case that it comes in just makes for an all around remarkable product. Overall: This is the one guitar to rule all guitars its that simple. If you are one of those people that say you can get the same tone from a 100 Ibanez you obviously need to stop playing music all together.
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"Legendary guitar, legendary tone." submitted April 5, 2010

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Musical Background: Active gigging musician
Music Style: Americana
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Sound: Deep, sonorous sound, a low growl, beautiful sustain. The highs are somewhat subtle. It is great to sing with. Finger picking and flat picking, this guitar can do it all. Feature: The only gripe I have is the cheap plastic bridge pins, and the tusq saddle. I would think a high end guitar deserves bone nut and saddles and ebony bridge pins. Beautiful finish, great sunburst, and the Gotoh tuners are smoothe as glass. The rolled fingerboard edges and set up were great, the guitar intonated correctly. A very well built guitar. Quality: This guitar is made very well made, the finish is great. All seems are clean, no glue showing, kerfing is cut clean. There are many examples of old J45's out there, I expect this one to last my lifetime, and that's all I care about. Good guitars are tools and friends, and are good on the road and on the porch. I use mine for everything. Take care of it and its gonna last. Value: I think you get a little more guitar than with MArtins at similar prices, in my opinion. Manufacturer Support: Yes, their warranty leaves a little to be desired, I have dealt with Collings guitars and am spoiled by their perfect cutomer service. Gibson is a little beauracratic. The Wow Factor: On stage this guitar has that cool mojo. Ray Willie Hubbard and a lot of other cool artists that I admire use these. It does have a real coolness about it, looks great under the stage lights. Overall: I trade guitars often, I plan on hanging on to this one. A good guitar only gets better, and this is one that is a keeper.
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"I like the quality , sound and features" submitted May 25, 2012

By Bob Hardison in Columbia, TN
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Musical Background: I've played as lead guitarist for 60 years. Retired now at 80. I have about 15 guitars.
Music Style: Mostly country, but for about 7 yrs. played the older popular type like Lawrence Welk, Perry Coma type. Mostly with my Gibson LP
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Overall: This guitar has the Gibson sound, loud and clear with full tone. I've oinly had my J45 about 2 yrs now. but I enjoy playing it so much.
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