Gibson Exclusive J-45 50s Faded Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case)

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Gibson Exclusive J-45 50s Faded Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Vintage Cherry Sunburst, Full Straight Back

Gibson Exclusive J-45 50s Faded Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Vintage Cherry Sunburst, Headstock Left Front

Gibson Exclusive J-45 50s Faded Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Vintage Cherry Sunburst, Body Straight Front

Gibson Exclusive J-45 50s Faded Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Vintage Cherry Sunburst, Body Left Front

Gibson Exclusive J-45 50s Faded Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Vintage Cherry Sunburst, Body Straight Back

Gibson Exclusive J-45 50s Faded Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Vintage Cherry Sunburst, Headstock Straight Back

zZounds Gear Experts Say...

Enjoy an exclusive Vintage Cherry Sunburst finish on a tried and true J-45! LR Baggs VTC electronics ensure exceptional sound detail at every performance.

What's special about this item?

Feature:	What it does:
Mahogany back and sides	Dry and airy tone; clear, present midrange
Mahogany top	Warm tone with long sustain
Rosewood fretboard	Open, warm tone and smooth playing feel
Sitka spruce top	Projects rich, crisp and responsive tone

Overview

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 even higher. The Gibson J-45 50s Faded delivers full-spectrum sound within credible dynamic range; warm mids; and tight, punchy bass. Now available with a faded satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish that accentuates the guitar's vintage vibe and equipped with a modern L R Baggs pickup and electronics package for studio and stage use. A hardshell case is also included.

Specs

- Body Shape: J-45
- Material: Mahogany
- Back & Sides: Mahogany
- Top: Sitka Spruce
- Binding: Multi-ply Top, Single ply Back
- Neck: Mahogany
- Profile: Round
- Nut Width: 1.725"/43.815mm
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale Length: 24.75"/628.65mm
- Number of Frets: 20
- Nut: Bone
- Inlay: Mother of Pearl Dots
- Bridge: Traditional Belly Up; Rosewood
- Tuners: Gotoh White Button
- Electronics: LR Baggs VTC
- Controls: Soundhole Mounted Volume and Tone
- Exclusive Finish: Vintage Cherry Burst
- Case: Hardshell Case

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging

Vintage Cherry Sunburst

Shipping Weight: 21.5 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 50 x 20 x 8 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): RS4FVCSPSL1008

Documents and Manuals

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-444-2766
Email: service@gibson.com
Web: https://www.gibson.com/pages/contact-support

Reviews

(5 ratings)

Submitted October 25, 2025 by Rick C in Branson, MO

"A new guitar that sounds old"

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I purchased this guitar, and I am glad I did. The first thing I noticed after the 'unboxing' was how light this guitar really is. It is a pleasure to hold, and to play, and arrived 'ready to go' other than minor tuning. The action was right where I like it. The satin nitro finish is a real eye-catcher as well, and feels absolutely "right" in the hands. Right away, the quality of this J-45 came through. The guitar really 'sings', in a way that is felt, as much as heard. Acoustic guitarists will understand that quality immediately. I own, and have owned, a good number of acoustic guitars and I have never had one that was this 'open' out of the box, or that telegraphs the vibrations throughout the body like this one does. And the voicing is wonderful across the entire range from low bass notes to high tenor notes. One truly can feel the music this guitar produces. I am very happy with this guitar, and know it to be the best I have ever owned - and one of the very few truly great sounding acoustics I have ever played. I look forward to many years of enjoyment from this instrument, and to nothing but even more enjoyment as the wood ages and opens up even more.