2002/05/07 Serial Number

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A 2002 Gibson J-45 is an all-solid-wood acoustic slope-shoulder dreadnought built at Gibson's Bozeman, Montana factory.

Core Specifications

• Top Wood: Solid Sitka Spruce
• Back & Sides: Solid Mahogany (standard) or Rosewood (for custom/limited runs)
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard & Bridge: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 24.75 inches (628 mm)
• Nut Width: 1.725 inches (44 mm)
• Finish: Vintage Sunburst nitrocellulose lacquer

Tone and Build

• Sound: Known for a warm, woody midrange and a punchy, balanced bass response.
• Era Quality: Early 2000s Bozeman builds are widely praised by players for their traditional craftsmanship and aging potential.
• Electronics: Some models feature factory-equipped or aftermarket pickups like LR Baggs or Fishman systems.

The Fishman Acoustic Matrix Natural I is an active under-saddle pickup and endpin preamp system designed to deliver a clear, dynamic acoustic tone.

Key Features

• Voicing: Features a slight bass boost tailored for concert, auditorium, orchestra, and nylon-string classical guitars.
• Design: Uses proprietary co-polymer strips in the under-saddle pickup for high sensitivity and wide dynamic range.
• Preamp: Includes an active, endpin-mounted preamp.
• Format: Available in narrow format (3/32" or 2.3 mm width) with a standard length of 2.65" (67.3 mm).
• Power: Requires a single 9V battery.
• Installation: Professional installation is recommended.

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Shipping with original hardshell case, extra bubble wrap and box from Taiwan.

Local pickup available.

Full setup, clean and maintenance by a professional luthier in Taiwan.

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