5lbs 2oz.

The Legendary Original Workhorse

Epiphone, in partnership with Gibson™ Custom, is proud to introduce the Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45™, an incredible recreation of the legendary original “Workhorse” model from 1942. This exceptional acoustic guitar has a thermally aged, solid spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides, and a one-piece mahogany neck with a laurel fretboard, a V-shaped profile, and mother-of-pearl dot inlays. The headstock features the world-famous Gibson “open book” profile and has the Inspired by Gibson Custom double diamond logo etched on the back and an “Epiphone Inspired by Gibson” banner on the front. It is stage and studio-ready with the built-in L.R. Baggs™ Element Bronze VTC preamp and under-saddle L.R. Baggs Bronze piezo pickup system and a hardshell case with the Inspired by Gibson Custom logo is also included.

A battery is not included. To power your pickup, you will need a 9-volt battery.

Fingerboard MaterialLaurel

Fingerboard Radius304.8mm / 12.0in

Fret Count19

FretsStandard

InlaysMother of Pearl Dot

JointCompound Dovetail

Neck MaterialOne Piece Mahogany

Nut MaterialBone

Nut Width44.0mm / 1.73in

ProfileV

Scale Length628.65mm / 24.75in

Since 1979, we at Mom's Music have worked hard to make the Louisville, KY music scene something special.  Now, we’re working hard to share what makes us great with the world.  We take pride in our care and attention to detail regarding every instrument and musician that comes through the store, and every instrument we receive gets a thorough inspection and setup when it arrives in our shop and prior to shipment.
All orders placed will require a signature upon arrival.  If a different arrangement is preferred, send us a message or give us a call.

 

ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • "Inspired by Gibson Custom" '42 Banner J-45 with Laurel Fretboard
Finish
  • Vintage Sunburst
Categories
Year
  • 2026
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
Color Family
  • Brown
String Type
  • Steel
Series
  • Epiphone "Inspired By Gibson Custom"
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active Preamp
  • Yes
Model Family
  • Epiphone J-45
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Top Material
  • Spruce
Back Material
  • Mahogany
Fretboard Material
  • Laurel
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Pickup
  • Undersaddle Piezo Pickup
Sides Material
  • Mahogany
Nut Width
  • 1.73"
Number of Frets
  • 19

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