Epiphone J-45 Studio EC Natural

1) Overview

The Epiphone J-45 Studio EC is a modern reimagining of the Gibson “Workhorse,” designed to deliver authentic tone, classic style, and accessible playability. Part of the Epiphone Studio Acoustic Collection, this model combines the traditional warmth and resonance of a solid spruce top with the durability and comfort of a layered mahogany body. Its cutaway slope-shoulder design allows easy access to higher frets, making it ideal for both fingerstyle and strumming players alike.

A mahogany neck with a Rounded “C” profile and rosewood fingerboard ensures a smooth, familiar playing feel, while vintage-inspired details like the teardrop tortoiseshell pickguard and Kalamazoo-style headstock complete the classic aesthetic. Equipped with a Fishman S-Core pickup and Presys II preamp system, the J-45 Studio EC is stage-ready with onboard volume, EQ, phase control, and tuner—balancing tone and versatility for every performance.

2) Highlights
  • Classic slope-shoulder J-45 design with cutaway for upper-fret access
  • Solid spruce top and layered mahogany body for warm, balanced tone
  • Comfortable Rounded “C” neck profile with rosewood fingerboard
  • Fishman S-Core undersaddle pickup and Presys II preamp with tuner
  • Includes Epiphone gig bag
3) Specifications

Body

  • Shape: J-45 Cutaway
  • Top: Solid Spruce
  • Back & Sides: Layered Mahogany
  • Binding: 4-ply Ivory and Black Top, Single-ply Ivory Back
  • Finish: Gloss Natural

Neck

  • Material: Mahogany
  • Profile: Rounded “C”
  • Scale Length: 24.75" / 628.65 mm
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Nut Width: 1.69" / 43 mm
  • Frets: 20
  • Inlays: Pearloid Dots
  • Nut Material: White Plastic

Hardware

  • Bridge: Belly-up, Rosewood
  • Tuners: Three-on-a-Plate with Ivory Plastic Buttons
  • Pickguard: Teardrop Dark Tortoiseshell (Epoxy Style)
  • Plating: Nickel

Electronics

  • Pickup: Fishman S-Core Undersaddle
  • Preamp: Fishman Presys II
  • Controls: Volume, Bass, Treble, Phase, and Tuner

Miscellaneous

  • Case: Standard Gig Bag
  • Power: 9V Battery (Not Included)
  • SKUs: EAS4CANNH1
4) Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

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ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • J-45 Studio EC
Finish
  • Natural
Categories
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active Preamp
  • Yes
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Top Material
  • Spruce
Back Material
  • Mahogany
Nut Width
  • 1.69"
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Pickup
  • Undersaddle Piezo Pickup
Sides Material
  • Mahogany
Color Family
  • Tan
  • Natural
Number of Frets
  • 20

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