Description
Massive analysis of Gibson J-45 guitars from the 1940s to 1960s. The definitive J-45 teardown guide!
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Gibson / 1958 J-45
This particular instrument bears countless scars, not from being carefully displayed in a showcase, but from being played on dusty stages and in the corners of bars.
Countless scratches and weather checking eloquently tell its story, conveying a depth that superficial beauty alone cannot express.
The moment you play it, this guitar's special charm radiates through your entire body.
The low end, wrapped in the resonance of the body, possesses a spaciousness that resonates throughout the room, delivering a solid, thick core while clearly conveying the dry texture of the wood.
Its tone is well-defined, containing a crystal-clear component, yet its earthy, rugged presence is precisely what evokes the instrument's fundamental charm.
The neck offers the firm grip characteristic of the 1950s.
The reassuring feel the moment you grasp it, combined with the rigid strength that firmly supports powerful playing, creates a physical unity unattainable with modern slim necks.
Furthermore, the deep, richly dark tonewood fingerboard lends additional gravitas to this guitar's presence, and even the subtle vibrations transmitted through your fingertips seem to narrate this instrument's history.
Its response to strumming is truly the J-45's forte; just one chord resonates, filling the space and creating a sensation of vibrating air.
A true workhorse, bearing the marks of battle yet still resonating.
The more you play it, the more character it gains, becoming the ultimate partner to support your musical journey.
[Specs/Case Included]
TOP: Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Rosewood
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 42mm
SCALE: 628mm
CASE: Non-Original Hard Shell Case
[Condition]
- Shows overall signs of extensive playing, with dents and weather checking adding to its character.
-String height at 12th fret: 6th string side 2.5mm, 1st string side 1.5mm
-Adjustable bridge allows custom string height settings.
- Reinforced crack repairs on the body top (upper soundhole, lower soundhole, center, lower right of bridge, lower left of bridge, lower right side, lower left side)
- Filled hole from output jack on the body side
- Replaced pegs/nut/saddle/frets/pickguard
[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]
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