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2018 J-45 Standard Acoustic-Electric Guitar

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Overview

The "Workhorse" with a new coat and L.R. Baggs electronics.

The J-45 is Gibson's best-selling acoustic of all time. Nicknamed "The Workhorse" and first introduced in 1942, this iconic acoustic has become the cornerstone of its round-shoulder, dreadnought line. World-renowned for its full, balanced expression, warm bass and excellent projection, the 2018 J-45 has been refined to carry this legacy to new heights. This 2018 model delivers a sound with incredible dynamic range, warm mids, and a tight, punchy bass.

Hardshell case included.

Features

  • Vintage Sunburst finish
  • Multi-ply top binding
  • Single-ply back binding
  • Traditional belly up bridge
  • L.R. Baggs Element VTC pickup

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Specs

2018 J-45 Standard Acoustic-Electric Guitar Specifications:

Body
  • Body type: Round shoulder
  • Cutaway: No
  • Top wood: Sitka spruce
  • Back and sides: Mahogany
  • Bracing pattern: Traditional hand-scalloped X
  • Body finish: Nitrocellulose
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Slim Taper
  • Nut width: 1.725 in. (43.8 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 24.75 in.
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Not specified
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: No
  • Brand: L.R. Baggs
  • Configuration: Undersaddle pickup
  • Preamp EQ: 2-band
  • Feedback filter: No
  • Tuner: No
Other
  • Headstock overlay: Not specified
  • Tuning machines: Mini Grover nickel
  • Bridge: Rosewood
  • Saddle and nut: Tusq
  • Number of strings: 6
  • Special features: Pickup system
  • Case: Hardshell case, black
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: United States
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