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
Profile
Rounded
Scale Length
628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material
Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius
304.8 mm / 12 in
Neck Material
Mahogany
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
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
Under Saddle Pickup
LR Baggs VTC
Controls
Volume and Tone Controls
Strings Gauge
0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012
Case
Hardshell Case
Accessories
Includes Gibson Accessory Kit