Gibson J-45 1942 banner maple 2019 - Thin
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1942 Gibson J-45 Banner Reissue
Baked Adirondack Spruce / Maple
Numbered 001 – Exceptional Example – All Original
Up for sale is a rare and beautifully executed 1942 Gibson J-45 Banner Reissue featuring a baked Adirondack spruce top and maple back and sides.
This particular instrument is numbered 001, making it especially desirable for collectors and Gibson enthusiasts.
Specifications:
Baked (Torrefied) Adirondack Spruce top
Solid Maple back & sides
Mahogany neck
Rosewood fingerboard & bridge
Traditional Banner headstock
Bone nut & saddle
Vintage-style tuners
Original Gibson hard case
Certificate of Authenticity included
Tone:
This guitar delivers an incredibly dynamic and responsive voice. The baked Adirondack top provides headroom, projection, and a broken-in feel right out of the case. The maple back and sides add clarity, articulation, and note separation while maintaining the warmth and dry character associated with early Banner-era instruments.
It has a powerful yet focused low end, strong midrange presence, and crisp, singing highs. Whether strummed or fingerpicked, it responds beautifully and feels alive in the hands.
Condition:
Excellent overall condition
Very clean top and back
No cracks, structural issues, or repairs
Neck is straight, truss rod functions properly
Frets show minimal wear
Everything remains original.
Being numbered 001 makes this example particularly special and collectible.
This is not just another J-45 reissue — it is an outstanding tonal instrument with collector appeal.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
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| Listed | 3 months ago |
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| Condition | Excellent (Used) Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more |
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