Rapid City, SD, United States
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Gibson Custom’s 1955 J-45 Reissue captures the spirit of the era when the Workhorse began shifting toward its modern form, blending the understated charm of the original model with the historically important updates introduced in the mid-50s. This was the year Gibson extended the fretboard to 20 frets and adopted the larger 50s-style pickguard—changes that subtly reshaped how the J-45 both looked and performed. The result is a moment in Gibson history that players and collectors have come to appreciate for its balance of tradition and refinement.
Built by the acoustic luthiers in Bozeman, this reissue leans into that heritage with an unwavering commitment to vintage accuracy. The thermally aged Sitka spruce top evokes the response of a decades-old instrument, supported by traditional scalloped X-bracing secured with hide glue for maximum warmth and openness. Its mahogany back and sides supply the familiar round-shoulder sweetness players expect, all wrapped in a Murphy Lab Light Aged finish that brings soft checking, subtle wear, and a naturally played-in character.
The mahogany neck follows a comfortable rounded profile, joined to the body with a compound dovetail joint also assembled with hide glue—an old-school detail that deeply influences tone and resonance. A rosewood fingerboard with 20 frets and simple mother-of-pearl dots stays true to the practical elegance of the era. Vintage-style Grover strap tuners with cream buttons, along with a bone nut, saddle, and bridge pins, keep the instrument visually and tonally anchored in the golden age of Gibson acoustics.
To complete the experience, the 1955 J-45 Reissue ships in a 50s-style Lifton hardshell case, reinforcing its place as both a stage-ready guitar and a historically faithful tribute. From its carefully aged finish to its period-correct construction choices, this model stands as a beautifully executed homage to one of Gibson’s most beloved chapters—ideal for players who want the depth of a seasoned vintage J-45 with the reliability and craftsmanship of a modern Custom Shop build.
Features / Specs
Highlights
Orientation: Right-Handed
Electronics: None
Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing
Cutaway: None
Body
Body Shape: J-45 Jumbo
Top Material: Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce
Top Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Top Color: Vintage Sunburst
Back & Sides Material: Mahogany
Back Configuration: 2-Piece
Back & Sides Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing
Binding Material: Multi-ply Top, Single-ply Back Cream
Rosette: Multi-Stripe Cream and Black
Neck
Neck Profile: Rounded
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Taper: Standard
Neck Depth: 0.949" at 1st Fret, 1.02" at 10th Fret
Scale Length: 24.75"
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlay: Mother of Pearl Dot
Fingerboard Binding: None
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Fingerboard Spacing: 2.169" at Bridge
Neck Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck to Body Joint
Headstock: Solid
Headstock Binding: None
Headplate Inlay: Gibson Logo Gold Silkscreen
Headplate Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Hardware
Bridge Style: Traditional Belly-Up
Bridge Material: Rosewood
Bridge Pins: Bone
Saddle: Bone
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1.73"
Tuners: Nickel Grover Strap with Cream Button
Pickguard: 50s-style J-45; Tortoise
Miscellaneous
Electronics: None
Strings: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
Case/Gig Bag: Lifton Hardshell
Serial Number: 21105032
Manufacture Date: 2025
Price$5,999
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