Gibson '60s J-45 Original Acoustic Guitar Ebony
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Description
The Gibson '60s J-45 Original acoustic guitar offers musicians a chance to experience the renowned sound and feel of Gibson's most popular acoustic shape. The all-mahogany construction of this round-shoulder dreadnought provides a warm, balanced tone with pronounced lows and clear highs. The '60s J-45 Original features period-correct specifications like a 1-11/16" nut width, hot-stamped pickguard and vintage sunburst finish that evoke the iconic guitars of the 1960s folk era.
Sitka Spruce Top and Scalloped X-Bracing
The '60s J-45 Original's premium Sitka spruce soundboard is carefully hand-selected and paired with Gibson's signature scalloped X-bracing construction. This combination produces a broad dynamic range with crisp articulation and a robust low end. The scalloped bracing thins and tapers the ends of the X-braces for enhanced vibration of the soundboard, resulting in a lively and open tone with rich overtones.
All-Mahogany Back and Sides
The all-mahogany back and sides of the '60s J-45 Original provide a warm, balanced tone and pronounced midrange. Mahogany's dense grain lends depth and clarity to each note. The mahogany neck also contributes to a full, rounded tone and smooth playability up and down the fretboard.
Vintage-Inspired Specs
From its vintage finish and mother-of-pearl dot inlays to its adjustable rosewood bridge saddle and Grover tuners, the '60s J-45 Original is designed to evoke the iconic Gibson acoustics of the 1960s. A 1-11/16" nut width and radiused rosewood fretboard provide a comfortable playing feel for both rhythm and lead playing.



Features
- Compound dovetail neck-to-body joint
- Sitka spruce top paired with all-mahogany back and sides
- Rosewood fingerboard with mother-of-pearl dot inlays
- Traditional belly up, adjustable bridge with TUSQ saddle and bridge pins
Specs
- Body type: Round-shoulder dreadnought
- Cutaway: No
- Top wood: Sitka spruce
- Back & sides: Mahogany
- Bracing pattern: Traditional hand-scalloped X bracing
- Body finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
- Orientation: Right handed
- Neck shape: Rounded
- Nut width: 1.686" (42.84 mm)
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Neck wood: Mahogany
- Scale length: 24.75"
- Number of frets: 20
- Neck finish: Gloss
- Pickup/preamp: No
- Bridge: Traditional belly up, adjustable
- Nut & Saddle: Bone, TUSQ
- Truss Rod Cover: Black
- Tuners: Grover Strap Cream Button
- Case: Hardshell
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submitted3 years ago
byPhilip
fromSan Francisco
I owned a Gibson j-45 years ago in the 70's with an adjustable bridge. That guitar sounded great, plenty of bass, even response across the strings comfortable to play. I sold it to buy something else. About 10 years ago I bought another one and really didn't like it. Then about five years ago I bought yet another used J-45 that was OK. Ended up selling it also. Often I'd try a J-45 whenever I saw one just never had the sound of the one I had long ago. Enter the 60's J-45 this guitar sounds and plays a lot like the original guitar I owned all those years ago. It might be the adjustable bridge, the woods. Who knows? But it sounds and plays great. Really am enjoying the guitar. Two things I bought one in Black from GC which looks really cool. There are no electronics just like the one I used to own in the 70s. Now can't wait till I can get out a play again. If you are thinking about getting a Gibson acoustic the guitars coming out of Boseman are really good. As always Guitar Center is a great place to do business with. Overall highly recommended.
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submitted2 years ago
asked byFred
fromNorthern Virginia
Is this '60s J-45 available in the red wine color?
Please give us a call for product availability 855-770-3373submitted3 years ago
asked byNone
fromGlendora, CA
Where can I see the specs on this one
Please see "https://www.gibson.com/en-US/Guitar/ACCJ5F910/60s-J-45-Original/Ebony"submitted3 years ago
asked byOld Man
fromundisclosed
Can you get this guitar in an electric version?
Unfortunately, no. You can have a pup installed.submitted3 years ago
asked bySpecimen
from08844
This ad is missing the description section. I would like to learn more about what makes this model different
Please give us a call to better help you out – 855-770-3373submitted3 years ago
asked bySara
fromCincinnati
Is this guitar designed with the slimdown neck? Close fretboard? Thx
All they say is it has a narrow nut - 1.687"