The timeless legacy of the Gibson J-45™ continues with the Murphy Lab 1942 Banner J-45 Heavy Aged. Designed to capture the essence of one of the most revered vintage acoustic guitars, this exceptional re-creation is meticulously handcrafted by master luthiers in Bozeman, Montana. Every detail, from its construction to its premium components, faithfully mirrors the most iconic and sought-after version of the legendary J-45, delivering authentic vintage tone, character, and craftsmanship. Features Thermally aged red spruce top for enhanced resonance and vintage tone Murphy Lab Heavy Aged finish for an authentically worn-in look and feel Hot hide glue top bracing for superior tonal complexity and sustain Mahogany back and sides for warm, balanced sound with rich projection Historic mahogany neck with a smooth, comfortable profile for effortless playability Rosewood fingerboard with mother-of-pearl dot inlays for vintage aesthetics Aged nickel open-back tuners with cream buttons for period-correct styling Single-ply top and back binding for a clean, vintage-inspired appearance Bone nut and saddle for improved sustain and intonation Includes a period-correct case for ultimate protection and authenticity Specifications Body Body Style: Round Shoulder Body Shape: J-45 Body Material: Mahogany Top: Thermally Aged Red Spruce Back: Mahogany Side: Mahogany Bracing: Traditional Hand-scalloped X-bracing, Red Spruce Braces with Hide Glue Binding: Single-ply Top and Back Body Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer Neck Profile: Historic Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in Neck Material: Mahogany Fret Count: 19 Frets: Legend Wire Nut Material: Bone Nut Width: 43.81 mm / 1.724 in Inlays: Mother of Pearl Dot Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-Body Hardware Finish: Aged Nickel Bridge: Rosewood; Rectangle, Open Slot Saddle Material: Bone Tuning Machines: Strap Style, Open Back, Cream Buttons, Aged Pickguard: Tear Drop Tortoise, Aged Truss Rod Cover: Black Bridge Pins: Bone