Since its debut in 1942, the J-45™ has stood as Gibson's top-selling acoustic guitar. While details and aesthetics have evolved over the decades, its core design has remained remarkably consistent, delivering a lively, unmistakably Gibson voice that continues to resonate with players on stages and in studios around the globe.
Often referred to as "The Workhorse," the J-45 60s Original, Fixed Bridge carries that legacy forward. It features the classic round-shoulder dreadnought body, built with solid mahogany back and sides and a solid Sitka spruce top, a Tonewood pairing that has defined the model since the beginning. The 24.75" scale mahogany neck has a comfortable Round profile and joins the body via a dovetail joint with hot hide glue, promoting excellent resonance and tonal transfer. A rosewood fretboard with 20 standard frets and mother-of-pearl dot inlays completes the playing surface. At the headstock, a gold Gibson logo decal is paired with a bone nut and Grover® strap tuners fitted with white buttons that contribute dependable, stable tuning.
Visually, the instrument reflects 60s-era styling cues, including the larger pickguard shape characteristic of the period. It is offered in Vintage Cherry Sunburst and Vintage Sunburst gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finishes, with pickguard colours matched accordingly, white for Vintage Cherry Sunburst and tortoise for Vintage Sunburst, allowing players to choose a look that suits their taste. The belly-up rosewood bridge features a fixed design with a bone saddle, enhancing tuning stability and minimizing concerns about bridge lift. TUSQ® bridge pins further support consistent performance.
Internally, the J-45 60s Original, Fixed Bridge is equipped with the Gibson-exclusive Baggs™ HiFi DNA pickup system. This active, feedback-resistant design utilizes two lightweight sensors positioned on the internal bridge plate, each paired with its own preamp, to deliver a rich, natural amplified sound that preserves the guitar's inherent character without affecting its unplugged tone. Discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls provide easy, on-the-fly adjustments while remaining virtually out of sight.
Combining iconic styling, meticulous craftsmanship, proven tonewoods, smooth playability, and advanced electronics, the J-45 60s Original, Fixed Bridge is built to be a dependable companion for years to come. Each guitar includes a Gibson hardshell case for secure transport and storage.
Body Shape: J-45 Back/Sides: Mahogany Top: Sitka Spruce Binding: Multi-ply top and back
Neck Neck Material: Mahogany Profile: Round Fingerboard: Rosewood Scale Length: 628.7 mm Nut Material: Bone Inlay: Dot
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