Gibson - J-45 Standard 12-String - Vintage Sunburst
Gibson - J-45 Standard 12-String - Vintage Sunburst
The J-45 is a truly legendary guitar. The world-famous Workhorse is Gibson's best-selling acoustic of all time.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Solid tonewood construction for rich, resonant tone improving with age. Responsive top rewarding dynamic playing and fingerstyle technique. Natural acoustic voice connecting player to music without electronic barrier. Quality construction built for years of regular playing.
Keep this instrument at 45-55% humidity and play it every day. In a year, the tone will surpass anything new off the shelf.
A world-class acoustic built for musicians who demand exceptional tone. The guitar disappears and only the music remains.
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| Body | |
| Body Shape | J-45 |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Top | Sitka Spruce |
| Back | Mahogany |
| Side | Mahogany |
| Bracing | Traditional Hand-Scalloped X-Bracing |
| Binding | Multi-ply Top, Single ply Back |
| Finish | Gloss Nitrocellulose |
| Neck | |
| Material | Mahogany |
| Profile | SlimTaper |
| Scale Length | 24.75" / 628.65mm |
| Fingerboard Material | Indian Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | 12" |
| Number Of Frets | 20 |
| Frets | Standard |
| Nut Material | Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.88" / 47.625mm |
| Inlays | Mother of Pearl Dots |
| Joint | Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body Joint; Hot Hide Glue |
| Headstock inlay | Gibson Logo in Mother of Pearl |
| Hardware | |
| Finish | Nickel |
| Tuner Plating | Nickel |
| Bridge | Reverse Belly, Rosewood |
| Saddle Material | TUSQ |
| Tuning Machines | Grover Mini Rotomatic |
| Pickguard | Tortoise Teardrop |
| TrussRod | Adjustable |
| Truss Rod Cover | Bell Shaped, 2-ply Black and White |
| Bridge Pins | TUSQ |
| Strap Buttons | 2 |
| Electronics | |
| Under Saddle Pickup | LR Baggs VTC |
| Controls | Soundhole Mounted Volume and Tone |
| Output Jack | 1/4" Endpin Jack |
| Preamp | LR Baggs VTC |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Strings Gauge | .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053 |
| Case | Gibson Hardshell |
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Gibson is one of the most recognized names in musical instruments worldwide. Known for exceptional build quality, innovative design, and reliable performance across every price range, Gibson instruments are trusted by beginners and touring professionals alike.
at nantel musique, we carry a curated selection of gibson acoustic guitars — each one inspected, set up, and backed by our expert team. every purchase includes our satisfaction guarantee and dedicated after-sales support.
