Epiphone J-45 Studio EC; Natural

The Epiphone J-45 Studio EC honours the legacy of a historic acoustic design, delivering the iconic "workhorse" voice in an accessible, performance-focused package. Designed to balance heritage aesthetics with modern functionality, this instrument provides musicians with a reliable workhorse for the stage, studio, and daily practice.

Built with a solid spruce top paired with layered mahogany back and sides, the instrument produces a warm, rounded tonal response with prominent mid-range punch and clear trebles. The sloped-shoulder body is modified with a Venetian cutaway for enhanced upper-fret access, while the mahogany neck features a comfortable Rounded C profile, a 24.75" scale length, and a smooth rosewood fingerboard.

Tonal Profile & Playability

• Solid Spruce Top: Offers high resonance, dynamic projection, and a balanced response that matures in character over time.

• Venetian Cutaway: Provides unhindered access to the upper frets for lead lines and complex chord voicings.

• Classic Scale Length: The 24.75" scale reduces string tension slightly, offering a more compliant feel under the fingers and comfortable playability.

• Ergonomic Neck Profile: The Rounded C mahogany neck ensures comfort during extended playing or tracking sessions.

Stage-Ready Electronics & Hardware

• Fishman Presys II System: Features an under-saddle Fishman S-Core pickup paired with a side-mounted preamp for clean, natural acoustic amplification.

• Onboard Tone Shaping: Includes dedicated rotary controls for Volume, Bass, and Treble, alongside a Phase switch for feedback suppression.

• Integrated Tuner: A built-in chromatic tuner allows for fast, silent tuning adjustments between songs.

• Traditional Hardware: Outfitted with a belly-up rosewood bridge, a 1.69" wide white plastic nut, and three-on-a-plate tuners with ivory plastic buttons for stable tuning.

Designed with an eye toward classic Gibson heritage, the J-45 Studio EC features a Kalamazoo-style headstock, 4-ply ivory and black binding, and a teardrop tortoiseshell-style pickguard over a gloss Natural finish. Built to endure the rigors of frequent travel and live use, the guitar ships complete with a standard protective gig bag, making it a dependable option for working songwriters and performing guitarists alike.

Available at Bonners Music online and in-store. This Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Figured Top Translucent Fuchsia Electric Guitar includes free delivery, and setup before it is delivered to you. Call 01323 636141 and speak to our guitar staff, who will be delighted to advise and guide you.

Select Your New Guitar In Person at Our Store!
Bonners Guitar Store, located on the South coast in Eastbourne, has a large dedicated showroom full of Electric, Acoustic and Bass Guitars. Whether you're looking for your first instrument, or something prestigious, our showroom is the perfect environment to touch, play, and select from an extensive range of guitars. When you visit Bonners Guitar Store, you'll be given the space and time to test several instruments in a comfortable, private environment, allowing you to ensure that you're making the right purchase decision.

We're located just off the A27 main road with plenty of on-site parking. If the train is more convenient for you, we're just a 2-minute walk from Hampden Park railway station (linked directly to London Victoria). 

Trade-In Offer - Upgrade to a New Guitar Today
Do you own a guitar you are considering upgrading to a new instrument? Take advantage of the Bonners part-exchange scheme and save yourself the hassle of selling on the private market. We accept most major brands of guitars that are in good condition and in full working order. Complete our online , and we'll get right back to you with a guide-price valuation.

Next, arrange to visit our store, where we can inspect your guitar to confirm it is in the expected condition. Once checked and the price is agreed, you're all set to trade it for your chosen new model! Call us on 01323 639335 if you would like to discuss trade-in options further.

Online guitar valuations are guide prices only. Confirmed valuations are subject to an instrument inspection by one of our team when you bring it to the store.