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$3719
Gibson J-45 Special (Natural Satin) inc Soft-Shell Case
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Product Information
The Gibson J-45 Special represents a landmark in acoustic design: an instrument that has remained largely unchanged since 1942 because its fundamental formula works so well. Handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana by Gibson's acoustic luthiers, this model trades the J-45 Standard's fuller depth for a concert-depth body that's measurably easier to hold and play. The solid Sitka spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides delivers warm, balanced tone with impressive dynamic range across any genre.
Construction centres on traditional scalloped X-bracing and a compound dovetail neck–to–body joint secured with hot hide glue, ensuring longevity and tonal transmission. The utile neck features a SlimTaper® profile and 20-fret rosewood fingerboard with 12” radius and mother-of-pearl dots. Bridge hardware includes TUSQ® saddle, nut, and bridge pins; Grover® Rotomatic® tuners provide stable tuning. An L.R. Baggs Element Bronze under-saddle pickup with soundhole-mounted volume control comes pre-installed for immediate amplified performance. The satin nitrocellulose finish minimises reflections whilst protecting the wood.
The tighter bass response from the concert-depth body cuts through mix clutter without sacrificing projection–a practical asset for session work, live mixing, and bedroom recording alike. That balance between playability, tonal character, and studio–ready amplification makes the J-45 Special valuable beyond nostalgic appeal.
Features
- Solid Sitka spruce top with scalloped X-bracing; mahogany back and sides
- Concert-depth body with cream binding on top and back edges
- Utile SlimTaper® neck with rosewood fingerboard, 12” radius, 20 frets
- 628.65 mm scale length; 43.815 mm Graph Tech nut width
- TUSQ® saddle, nut, and bridge pins; traditional belly-up rosewood bridge
- Grover® Rotomatic® nickel tuners for tuning stability
- L.R. Baggs Element Bronze under-saddle pickup with soundhole volume control
- Satin nitrocellulose finish; includes premium soft-shell case