Rapid City, SD, United States
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The Gibson J-45 Special carries on the legacy of one of the most iconic acoustic guitars ever built, delivering the unmistakable character that earned the J-45 its “Workhorse” reputation. Handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana, this USA-made acoustic offers everything players love about the classic design in a streamlined package that’s comfortable to play and ready for years of dependable performance. Its slightly thinner concert-depth body feels natural in your hands while producing a focused, balanced voice that’s equally suited for the stage, studio, or living room.
Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, the J-45 Special delivers the warm, woody tone and dynamic response that have made this model a favorite of songwriters for generations. From delicate fingerpicked passages to bold, driving strums, every note rings with clarity, warmth, and impressive balance. The comfortable SlimTaper neck makes long playing sessions effortless, while the satin nitrocellulose finish gives the guitar a smooth, broken-in feel that only gets better with time.
Thoughtful appointments like Grover Rotomatic tuners, Tusq nut, saddle, and bridge pins ensure dependable performance, while the onboard L.R. Baggs Element Bronze electronics faithfully capture the guitar’s natural voice whenever it’s time to plug in. Whether you’re writing your next song, recording in the studio, or taking the stage, the Gibson J-45 Special is built to inspire every step of the journey. Available now at Haggerty’s Music.
Features / Specs
Highlights
Orientation: Right-Handed
Electronics: LR Baggs Element Bronze
Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X
Cutaway: None
Body
Body Shape: Jumbo
Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
Top Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Top Color: Vintage Sunburst
Back & Sides Material: Solid Mahogany
Back Configuration: Solid
Back & Sides Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X
Binding Material: Single-Ply Cream
Rosette: Black and Cream Single Ring
Neck
Neck Profile: Silm Taper
Neck Material: Utile
Neck Taper: Standard
Neck Depth: 0.818" at 1st Fret, 0.907" at 10th Fret
Scale Length: 24.75"
Nut Width: 1.73"
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlay: Mother of Pearl Dot
Fingerboard Binding: None
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Fingerboard Spacing: Standard
Neck Finish: Natural
Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-Body
Headstock: Standard
Headstock Binding: None
Headplate Inlay: Gold Silkscreen Logo
Headplate Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Hardware
Bridge Style: Traditional Belly Up
Bridge Material: Rosewood
Bridge Pins: Tusq
Saddle: Tusq
Nut Material: Tusq
Tuners: Grover Rotomatic
Pickguard: Tortoise Teardrop
Miscellaneous
Electronics: LR Baggs Element Bronze
Strings: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
Case/Gig Bag: Gig Bag
Serial Number: 21686025
Manufacture Date: 2026
Price$1,999
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