Rapid City, SD, United States
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Few acoustic guitars carry the history and legacy of the Gibson J-45, often called “The Workhorse” for its unmatched versatility, rugged construction, and timeless tone. Originally introduced in 1942, the J-45 quickly became a cornerstone of American music, played by folk legends, rock icons, country stars, and singer-songwriters alike. The J-45 Special keeps that spirit alive while offering modern refinements, greater affordability, and stage-ready electronics — all without compromising the handmade craftsmanship players expect from a Gibson acoustic.
The J-45 Special features a slightly thinner “concert depth” round shoulder body, constructed from all solid tonewoods — a Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides — for warm, balanced tone with enhanced focus and articulation. Whether you're fingerpicking folk, strumming country chords, or laying down acoustic rock tracks, the J-45 Special delivers dynamic range and character that adapts to your style. The scalloped X-bracing adds resonance and sustain, while the satin nitro finish ensures the wood breathes freely and ages beautifully with time.
Equipped with an L.R. Baggs Element Bronze pickup and soundhole-mounted volume control, the J-45 Special is equally at home on stage or in the studio. A SlimTaper utile neck with a rosewood fretboard offers smooth, familiar playability and fast navigation up the neck, and high-end appointments like Grover Rotomatic tuners and a TUSQ nut and saddle round out a pro-level feature set. Whether you're a seasoned gigging musician or an aspiring songwriter, the J-45 Special delivers that legendary Gibson voice in a streamlined, performance-focused package. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this acoustic comes with a structured gig bag for convenient transport and reliable protection.
Features / Specs
Highlights
Orientation: Right-Handed
Electronics: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze
Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing
Cutaway: None
Body
Body Shape: J-45
Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
Top Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Top Color: Satin Wine Red
Back & Sides Material: Solid Mahogany
Back Configuration: 2-Piece
Back & Sides Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing
Binding Material: Single-Ply Cream (Top and Back)
Rosette: Multi-Ring (White / Black / White)
Neck
Neck Profile: SlimTaper
Neck Material: Utile
Neck Taper: Standard
Neck Depth: 0.836" at 1st Fret, 0.892" at 9th Fret
Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65mm)
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlay: Mother-of-Pearl Dots
Fingerboard Binding: None
Fingerboard Radius: 12" (304.8mm)
Neck Finish: Satin
Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail with Hot Hide Glue
Headstock: Gibson Standard
Headstock Binding: None
Headplate Inlay: Gibson Logo in Gold Silkscreen
Headplate Finish: Satin
Hardware
Bridge Style: Traditional Belly Up
Bridge Material: Rosewood
Bridge Pins: TUSQ
Saddle: TUSQ
Nut Material: TUSQ
Nut Width: 1.73" (43.82mm)
Tuners: Chrome Grover Rotomatic
Pickguard: Tortoise Teardrop
Miscellaneous
Electronics: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze Pickup with Soundhole-Mounted Volume Control
Strings: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
Case/Gig Bag: Premium Structured Gig Bag
Serial Number: 22735061
Manufacture Date: 2025
Price$1,999
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