Wheaton, MD, United States
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The World-Famous Workhorse - The Gibson J-45 Standard Acoutic Electric in Vintage Sunburst
The J-45™ is the best-selling Gibson acoustic model of all time. Nicknamed “The Workhorse” and first introduced in 1942, this iconic acoustic has become the cornerstone of the Gibson 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 to new heights. The Gibson J-45 Standard delivers a sound with incredible dynamic range, warm mids, and tight, punchy bass.
The Gibson J-45 Standard features a round-shoulder dreadnought body crafted using solid mahogany back and sides paired with a solid Sitka spruce top. The top is multi-ply bound, while the back uses single-ply binding. The mahogany neck features a fast, comfortable SlimTaper™ profile and is secured to the body with a compound dovetail neck-to-body joint for superior tonal transfer and sustain. The neck is topped with a rosewood fretboard that is equipped with 20 standard frets and adorned with simple mother-of-pearl dot inlays. The headstock displays the Gibson logo inlaid in mother-of-pearl and is equipped with high-quality Grover® Rotomatic® tuning machines, which, along with the TUSQ® nut, ensure smooth, reliable tuning with excellent stability.
The belly-up bridge is crafted from rosewood and equipped with a TUSQ saddle and bridge pins, while a teardrop tortoiseshell pickguard and a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish complete the classic aesthetic that has been a musical and cultural icon since its introduction.
The J-45 Standard is equipped with a Baggs™ VTC under-saddle pickup and preamp system with volume and tone controls mounted in the soundhole, where they are easily accessed by the player while remaining all but invisible to the audience. The inclusion of high-quality, natural-sounding electronics makes the J-45 Standard stage and studio-ready from the moment you take it out of the included hardshell case.
SPECIFICATIONS
Body
Back: Mahogany
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Shape: J-45
Body Style: Round Shoulder
Bracing: Traditional Hand-Scalloped X-Bracing
Side: Mahogany
Top: Sitka Spruce
Neck
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count: 20
Frets: Standard
Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Dots
Neck Material: Mahogany
Nut Material: Black
Nut Width: 43.82mm / 1.73in
Profile: SlimTaper
Scale Length: 628.65mm / 24.75in
Hardware
Bridge: Traditional Belly Up, Rosewood
Bridge Pins: TUSQ
Pickguard: Tear Drop
Saddle Material: TUSQ
Truss Rod Cover: B/W
Tuner Plating: Nickel
Tuning Machines: Grover Rotomatics With Kidney Buttons
Electronics
Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone
Preamp: Baggs VTC
Under Saddle Pickup: Baggs VTC
Miscellaneous
Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit
Case: Gibson Hardshell
Strings Gauge: 0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012
Manufacturer: GibsonModel: RS45VSN19SKU: I552972-N-21406117-1-WHXDUPC: 711106037479We are Chuck Levin's Washington Music CenterSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.Our team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.Chuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.
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