Description

This limited-edition Gibson J-45 Standard rosewood acoustic-electric guitar delivers the classic tone and feel of Gibson's original slope-shouldered dreadnought. Handcrafted from premium tonewoods, the J-45 Standard allows you to shape your sound with a combination of traditional materials and modern electronics. Its solid Sitka spruce top provides shimmering highs, while the rosewood back and sides add warmth and sustain. The mahogany neck has a comfortable, rounded profile for effortless playing. This limited-edition model features a stunning blacktop finish, setting it apart from the traditional J-45. Plug in the onboard L.R. Baggs Element system when you want to amplify your acoustic tone with studio-quality sound.

Timeless Tonewoods

The foundation of the limited-edition J-45 Standard's tone comes from its solid Sitka spruce top, and rosewood back and sides. These premium tonewoods have been used for centuries to build world-class acoustic guitars. Sitka spruce responds with a wide dynamic range to capture the nuances of your playing style. Its stiff, lightweight properties also provide projection to cut through a mix. Rosewood adds warmth, richness and sustain. Together, these woods produce the balanced, full tone the J-45 Standard Rosewood is known for.

Comfortable Rounded Neck Profile

The J-45 Standard Rosewood's mahogany neck has a rounded profile that feels familiar and comfortable in your hands. Its short 24.75" scale length reduces string tension for easy fretting. The rosewood fingerboard has a 12" radius and mother-of-pearl dot inlays. With 20 frets, the neck offers flexibility for various styles. The overall design provides an enjoyable playing experience whether you're strumming chords, picking melodies or soloing.

Vintage Style With Modern Versatility

While the J-45 Standard Rosewood has an iconic vintage design, it also includes modern features for today's guitarist. Its mother-of-pearl block logo and matching dot inlays exude retro elegance. Chrome Grover Rotomatic tuners provide accurate and stable tuning. The guitar's bold blacktop finish and belly-up bridge further enhance the vintage vibe. Yet the J-45 Standard Rosewood offers modern versatility with its onboard L.R. Baggs Element electronics. Simply plug in to amplify your acoustic tone or shape your sound with EQ and reverb controls. This blend of traditional and contemporary makes this guitar ideal for a range of music styles.

Limited-Edition Legend

With its slope shouldered dreadnought body and premium tonewoods, the Gibson J-45 Standard Rosewood delivers the legendary sound of Gibson's original workhorse acoustic. Paired with premium L.R. Baggs electronics and a limited-edition blacktop finish, this guitar was built to inspire in any setting—from stage to studio and beyond.

Gibson J-45 Standard Rosewood Limited-Edition Acoustic-Electric Guitar Blacktop
Gibson J-45 Standard Rosewood Limited-Edition Acoustic-Electric Guitar Blacktop
Gibson J-45 Standard Rosewood Limited-Edition Acoustic-Electric Guitar Blacktop

Features

  • Sitka spruce top and rosewood back and sides
  • Mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard and bridge
  • L.R. Baggs Element electronics for natural amplified tone
  • Gibson hardshell case included

Specs

Body
  • Body style: Slope-shoulder dreadnaught
  • Top wood: Sitka spruce
  • Back and sides: Rosewood
  • Finish: Black top
Neck
  • Material: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 24.75"
Fingerboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Nut width: 1.725"
  • Fingerboard inlay: Mother-of-pearl dots
Electronics
  • Electronics: L.R. Baggs Element
Hardware
  • Tuners: Grover Rotomatic
  • Bridge style: Belly up
  • Pickguard: Teardrop
  • Hardware finish: Nickel
  • Peg head design: Mother-of-pearl block logo
Other
  • Case: Gibson hardshell
  • Number of strings: 6
  • Orientation: Right handed

Reviews

5

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  3. Recording3
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  • A forever guitar!

    5

    submitted4 months ago

    byNick

    fromArlington, TX

    I was in the market for a J-45 Standard but I've always been partial to rosewood as I think it offers a more balanced sound and slightly better sustain than mahogany. I tried this one out at GC and wasn't disappointed at all. In my opinion the shorter scale length compared to the other big names make it much easier to play, especially if you're used to playing an LP or SG. The sticker on the inside labels this as a J-45 Special but this one is similarly spec'd to a Standard with the gloss nitro finish, mahogany neck, LR Baggs Element VTC, and multi-ply binding. Overall extremely happy with my purchase and I'm sure it will bring me years and years of good tunes!

  • Outstanding

    5

    submitted6 months ago

    byShaun

    fromAustin, TX

    This is the best acoustic guitar!

  • Outstanding guitar!

    5

    submitted6 months ago

    byTylet

    fromTacoma

    I was looking for my first great acoustic guitar for about two months before i found this one at my local Guitar Center. This J45 has life and personality like no other ive played! It is extremely dynamic with wonderful overtones. The rosewood really helps the high end stand out compared to the standard j45. The neck is also a bit more round and very comfortable. Try one out before you settle on anything else even if you're not the biggest Gibson fan. This is just a great guitar!

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