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Gibson J45 Special Satin Acoustic Guitar in vintage sunburst finish, left-handed, showing the body and neck detail.

Brand: Gibson

Gibson J45 Special Satin Acoustic Guitar - Vintage Sunburst (LH)

SKU: 8200529
$3,999.00
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Description

Crafted with precision by Gibson’s skilled luthiers in Bozeman, Montana, the Gibson J-45 Special delivers authentic USA-made quality at an exceptional value. This model features a classic round-shoulder body built from solid mahogany back and sides, paired with a solid Sitka spruce top reinforced by Gibson’s signature scalloped X-bracing. The result is a warm, balanced tone with impressive dynamic range, perfectly suited for any style of music.

With a slightly slimmer “concert depth” body than the J-45 Standard, the J-45 Special offers a tighter, more focused bass response that sits effortlessly in the mix — plus, it’s more comfortable to hold for long playing sessions. The neck is joined to the body using a traditional compound dovetail joint secured with hot hide glue, ensuring stability and resonance. Its SlimTaper™ profile delivers a fast, comfortable playing experience, complemented by a rosewood fretboard with a smooth 12” radius, simple mother-of-pearl dot inlays, and 20 frets.

The rosewood belly-up bridge features a TUSQ® saddle, nut, and bridge pins for enhanced tone and durability. Reliable Grover® Rotomatic® tuners keep your tuning rock solid. Finished in a sleek satin nitrocellulose lacquer, you can choose between Satin Vintage Sunburst or Satin Wine Red.

Equipped with an L.R. Baggs Element Bronze under-saddle piezo pickup and active electronics, the J-45 Special offers premium plug-and-play performance with a convenient soundhole-mounted volume control. Making it the perfect blend of classic Gibson craftsmanship and modern versatility.

Features 

  • Solid Mahogany Back and Sides
  • Solid Sitka Spruce Top
  • Rosewood Fretboard with Mother of Pearl Dot Inlays
  • Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish
  • Grover Rotomatics Tuners
  • TUSQ Nut, Saddle, and Bridge Pins
  • L.R Baggs Element Bronze Under-Saddle Pickup and Active Preamp
  • Soundhole-Mounted Volume Control

Specifications 

BODY

  • Body Style: Round Shoulder
  • Body Shape: J-45
  • Body Material: Solid Mahogany
  • Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
  • Back: Solid Mahogany
  • Side: Solid Mahogany
  • Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-bracing
  • Binding: Single Ply Cream, Top and Back
  • Body Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer

NECK

  • Profile: SlimTaper
  • Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
  • Neck Material: Utile
  • Fret Count: 20
  • Frets: Standard
  • Nut Material: TUSQ
  • Nut Width: 43.815 mm / 1.725 in
  • Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Dot
  • Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body Joint; Hot Hide Glue

HARDWARE

  • Bridge: Traditional Belly Up; Rosewood
  • Saddle Material: TUSQ
  • Tuning Machines: Grover Rotomatic
  • Pickguard: Teardrop; Tortoise
  • Truss Rod: Adjustable
  • Truss Rod Cover: 2-ply Black
  • Bridge Pins: TUSQ

ELECTRONICS

  • Under Saddle Pickup: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze
  • Controls: Soundhole Mounted Volume
  • Output Jack: 1/4" Endpin
  • Preamp: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze
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