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Few instruments have had as lasting an impact on music as the Gibson J-45, affectionately known as “The Workhorse.” Introduced in 1942, the J-45 quickly became the go-to acoustic guitar for recording artists, songwriters, and performing musicians across every genre. Its warmth, balance, and reliable projection earned it a reputation as one of the most widely recorded guitars in history, heard on countless classic records from folk and blues to country, rock, and Americana. The J-45’s round-shoulder dreadnought design offered both comfort and power, making it a trusted companion in the studio and on the stage.

This J-45 Faded 50’s model pays homage to the golden era of Gibson acoustics, recapturing the tone and feel of the originals while offering subtle updates for the modern player. With a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, this guitar delivers its signature blend of rich low-end warmth, punchy mids, and sparkling highs with a dynamic voice that responds beautifully to fingerpicking and strumming alike. The faded satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish enhances resonance while giving the guitar a naturally aged look and feel. The mahogany neck sports a comfortable Round profile, while the rosewood fingerboard is adorned with classic mother-of-pearl dot inlays for a timeless aesthetic.

Outfitted with a factory-installed L.R. Baggs VTC pickup and preamp system, the J-45 Faded 50’s is stage- and studio-ready from day one. Its discreet soundhole-mounted controls make volume and tone adjustments easy without disrupting the guitar’s clean appearance. Whether you’re playing an intimate solo set or cutting tracks in a pro studio, this guitar offers clarity, warmth, and presence that adapts to any musical setting. Now available at Haggerty’s Music, this modern take on a legendary acoustic comes complete with a Gibson hardshell case, offering protection and portability for players who are ready to put this Workhorse back to work.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: L.R. Baggs VTC
• Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: J-45 (Round Shoulder Dreadnought)
• Top Material: Sitka Spruce
• Top Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Top Color: Vintage Sunburst
• Back & Sides Material: Mahogany
• Back Configuration: 2-Piece
• Back & Sides Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing
• Binding Material: Multi-ply Top, Single-ply Back
• Rosette: Multi-Ring (White / Black)

Neck

• Neck Profile: Round
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Taper: Standard
• Neck Depth: .916" = 1st Fret, 1.00" = 9th Fret
• Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Inlay: Mother of Pearl Dot
• Fingerboard Binding: None
• Fingerboard Radius: 12" (304.8 mm)
• Fingerboard Spacing: Standard
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-Body
• Headstock: Standard with Gold Silkscreen Gibson Logo
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: Gibson Logo
• Headplate Finish: Satin

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Belly-Up
• Bridge Material: Rosewood
• Bridge Pins: White TUSQ
• Saddle: Bone
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.73" (43.82 mm)
• Tuners: Gotoh with White Buttons
• Pickguard: Fat 50s J-45, Tortoise

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: L.R. Baggs VTC
• Strings: Gibson .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
• Case/Gig Bag: Gibson Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 22765124
• Manufacture Date: 2026