The Gibson J-45 Century 12-Fret in Ebony takes the same 12-fret platform and pairs it with a sleek, understated finish. The repositioned bridge placement allows the top to respond more freely, giving the guitar a warm, rounded voice with strong fundamental notes and a smooth attack that suits fingerstyle and controlled strumming.

Its Sitka spruce and mahogany construction delivers a familiar tonal foundation, while the satin nitro finish and SlimTaper neck keep the feel responsive and broken-in. This version leans visually minimal while retaining the core design and tonal benefits of the Century 12-Fret build.

Highlights
  • 12-fret construction enhances resonance and responsiveness
  • Mahogany and spruce pairing for warm, focused tone
  • SlimTaper neck profile for easy playability
  • Satin nitro finish for a natural feel
  • Ebony finish for a clean, understated look
Specifications Body
  • Body Shape: J-45
  • Top: Sitka Spruce
  • Back & Sides: Mahogany
  • Binding: Single-ply top and back
  • Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Profile: SlimTaper 12-Fret
  • Scale Length: 24.75"
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12"
  • Nut: Bone
  • Inlays: Dot
Hardware
  • Bridge: Rosewood Rectangle
  • Saddle: Bone
  • Bridge Pins: TUSQ
  • Tuners: 3-on-a-plate with cream buttons
Electronics
  • Electronics: None
Miscellaneous
  • Case: Hardshell (Century Collection tweed)
  • Country of Origin: USA
  • Other: Compound dovetail neck joint with traditional construction
Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

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ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • J-45 Century 12-Fret
Finish
  • Ebony
Categories
Pickup
  • None
Finish Style
  • Satin
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Model Sub-Family
  • Gibson J-45 12-Fret
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Series
Top Material
  • Spruce
Model Family
Back Material
  • Mahogany
Wood Top Style
  • Opaque
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Sides Material
  • Mahogany
Color Family
  • Black
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 19

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