EPIPHONE INSPIRED BY GIBSON 1942 BANNER J-45

PRODUCT# ECJ45RVSNNH1

SERIAL# 25021500249

VINTAGE SUNBURST VOS

WEIGHT: 4lbs 10oz

AUTHORIZED DEALER // FACTORY WARRANTY

Turning Back Time to ’42

Gibson’s best-selling acoustic of all time, the J-45, first landed in music stores in 1942, and this Epiphone marvelously salutes that first model. Working in conjunction with the Gibson Custom Shop, Epiphone introduces the 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue, a period-correct re-creation of the original round-shouldered, mahogany-backed beauty that’s accompanied nearly a century of music making. Crafted with a solid mahogany back and sides and a thermally aged solid spruce top, the 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue remains true to the archetypal J-45 tonal recipe. A commanding V-shaped neck profile topped in Indian rosewood welcomes fleet-fingered scaling of its 19 frets, dependably anchored by a matching bridge and a 3-on-a-plate set of cream-buttoned open-back tuners. Sleek plugged-in performance for the modern player awaits by way of a discreet LR Baggs Element Bronze VTC system. Double body binding, a classic pickguard, an Epiphone script logo, and an “Inspired by Gibson Custom” moniker in the style of the original Gibson banner design make this acoustic-electric guitar more than “Good Enough” — it’s a fan favorite!

1942 Banner J-45 Reissue Acoustic-electric Guitar - Vintage Sunburst

Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom Series Acoustic Guitars 1942 J-45 Banner Reissue – Epiphone Inspired by Gibson CustomSloped and solid with a strong feel

Nothing beats the look of that legendary round-shouldered dreadnought body style. The 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue checks every box, not just in shape, but in premium construction to match. Built with all-solid tonewoods, this guitar tops exceptionally punchy, balanced, and resonant mahogany with scalloped X-braced and thermally aged spruce for a beautifully settled-in feel and an inviting tone. Incredible palm command from the V-shaped profile of its 1-piece mahogany neck allows for unhindered note navigation, complemented by a 12-inch-radius Indian rosewood fingerboard. From inconspicuous songwriting sessions and studio work to the stage spotlight, this 6-string spurs nothing but confidence.

Ready for plugged-in performance

From regular playing in performance spaces of any size to DI tracking during recording sessions, the 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue sneaks in a secret weapon for accurate acoustic translation that is discreet and sounds incredible, wherever you play. Thanks to an LR Baggs Element Bronze VTC electronics system, driven by an active preamp and an under-saddle-mounted piezo pickup, the gorgeous natural response of the guitar’s mahogany and spruce foundation is captured in vivid detail and reproduced beautifully both in the venue and on record. Matched with soundhole-mounted Volume and Tone controls, this system makes refining your instrument’s ideal balance of intensity and sharpness both quick and painless.

Handsome and historic style

Era-accurate attention to detail skyrockets the bygone charm of the 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue. At the body, front and back cream binding encompasses its historic silhouette, while a teardrop tortoiseshell pickguard in the style of the original J-45 hugs its modest rosette. A rosewood bridge with a compensated bone saddle and bone pins matches energy with the bone nut at the front of the mother-of-pearl-inlaid fingerboard, leading up to an “open book” headstock fitted with 3-on-a-plate open-back tuning machines with cream buttons. Concluding with a classic script-style Epiphone logo above the company’s tribute to Gibson’s iconic banner emblem, the 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue turns back the clock to ’42 with handsome, historic style.

Inspired by Gibson Custom: guitar history in your hands

The Gibson Custom Shop, known for its rich heritage, continues to set a high bar in terms of exceptional artistry and inspiring instruments. Reflecting a special union, Epiphone has partnered with Gibson Custom to bring meticulous craftsmanship and iconic designs to bear for modern musicians. The Inspired by Gibson Custom line puts guitar history in your hands courtesy of beautifully crafted re-creations of classic electric and acoustic instruments. Each instrument is the result of a dedicated collaboration between the companies’ respective expert luthiers to honor both Gibson’s storied legacy and Epiphone’s mission to provide musicians with accessible instruments that spark creativity.

Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue Features:

• A tribute to the original J-45, created in collaboration with Gibson Custom Shop
• Solid mahogany back and sides establish a punchy, balanced, and resonant tonal foundation
• Thermally aged spruce top with scalloped X-bracing projects with superb clarity and offers a lovely worn-in feel
• V-shaped neck profile with 12-in.-radius Indian rosewood fingerboard provides a smooth and commanding feel for all players
• Stellar plugged-in tone with LR Baggs Element Bronze VTC electronics, under-saddle piezo pickup, and Volume and Tone controls
• Cream binding, early teardrop tortoiseshell pickguard, and subtle rosette design pay tribute to the original model with total class
• Rosewood bridge with a compensated bone saddle, bone pins, and a bone nut for a beautifully natural string response
• “Open book” headstock shape with 3-on-a-plate tuners, an Epiphone script logo, and an “Inspired by Gibson Custom” moniker