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The Gibson J-45 Special carries on the legacy of one of the most iconic acoustic guitars ever built, delivering the unmistakable character that earned the J-45 its “Workhorse” reputation. Handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana, this USA-made acoustic offers everything players love about the classic design in a streamlined package that’s comfortable to play and ready for years of dependable performance. Its slightly thinner concert-depth body feels natural in your hands while producing a focused, balanced voice that’s equally suited for the stage, studio, or living room.

Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, the J-45 Special delivers the warm, woody tone and dynamic response that have made this model a favorite of songwriters for generations. From delicate fingerpicked passages to bold, driving strums, every note rings with clarity, warmth, and impressive balance. The comfortable SlimTaper neck makes long playing sessions effortless, while the satin nitrocellulose finish gives the guitar a smooth, broken-in feel that only gets better with time.

Thoughtful appointments like Grover Rotomatic tuners, Tusq nut, saddle, and bridge pins ensure dependable performance, while the onboard L.R. Baggs Element Bronze electronics faithfully capture the guitar’s natural voice whenever it’s time to plug in. Whether you’re writing your next song, recording in the studio, or taking the stage, the Gibson J-45 Special is built to inspire every step of the journey. Available now at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: LR Baggs Element Bronze
• Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: Jumbo
• Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
• Top Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Top Color:  Vintage Sunburst
• Back & Sides Material: Solid Mahogany
• Back Configuration: Solid
• Back & Sides Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X
• Binding Material: Single-Ply Cream
• Rosette: Black and Cream Single Ring

Neck

• Neck Profile: Silm Taper
• Neck Material: Utile
• Neck Taper: Standard
• Neck Depth: 0.818" at 1st Fret, 0.907" at 10th Fret
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Nut Width: 1.73"
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Inlay: Mother of Pearl Dot
• Fingerboard Binding: None
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Fingerboard Spacing: Standard
• Neck Finish: Natural
• Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-Body
• Headstock: Standard
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: Gold Silkscreen Logo
• Headplate Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Traditional Belly Up
• Bridge Material: Rosewood
• Bridge Pins: Tusq
• Saddle: Tusq
• Nut Material: Tusq
• Tuners: Grover Rotomatic
• Pickguard: Tortoise Teardrop

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: LR Baggs Element Bronze
• Strings: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
• Case/Gig Bag: Gig Bag
• Serial Number: 21686025
• Manufacture Date: 2026