1964 J-50 ADJ

Gibson / 1964 J-50 ADJ

【Playtest Video】

[Staff Comment: Hoshino]

The crisp feel from the adjustable saddle perfectly matches the strumming, creating a comfortable playing experience

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You can feel a different tone compared to a slotted saddle, so if you've never experienced an adjustable saddle, I highly recommend trying it.

When you think of round shoulders, the J-45 comes to mind, but the J-50, introduced in 1942 with the same specs as the J-45 but featuring a natural finish.
However, when placed alongside the J-45, it possesses a distinct look and charm.

—Pickguard Transition Period

1964 marked the specification change for the large pickguard, shifting from a thin tortoiseshell pattern to a thicker, more reddish pickguard.
The reddish pickguard complements the natural color beautifully.

The round-shoulder body, constructed from spruce, features a natural finish.
The J-50 joined the lineup as the natural-finish version of the J-45.
Gibson's practice of renaming natural-finish models becomes clear, as seen with the Southern Jumbo (a higher-end variant of the J-45) and the Country Western.

The rosette ring specification changed from a single ring to a double ring starting in 1963.

Mahogany is used for the sides and back, finished with a brown stain to match the top color. While the stain was light walnut until 1960, it changed to dark walnut around 1961.

The fingerboard is rosewood, and the nut width is approximately 42mm, known as a regular neck.

The neck is mahogany with a thinner neck profile that offers a comfortable, hand-friendly fit.
There is some paint peeling on the back of the 3rd fret, but it does not catch on the hand and does not interfere with playing.

The rosewood bridge on the upper belly features an adjustable saddle. Unlike a slotted saddle, this allows string height adjustment by turning the two side screws.
Additionally, the bridge plate beneath the bridge is a 3-piece design, identical to the 1964 J-45.
The bridge plate shows wear from years of use and has been repaired.
This repair is crucial as it affects both structural integrity and tonal quality.

The headstock features a gold Gibson modern logo silk-screen decal, similar to the J-45.
The bell-shaped truss rod cover is a 1P piece.

The tuning machines are KLUSON DELUXE single-line triple-pegs.
Actually, this specification was changed to double-line models starting in 1965, making this the final period for the single-line triple-pegs.

Like the J-45, the J-50 underwent specification changes while remaining beloved by artists including Bob Dylan and James Taylor.
Many players seek this model featuring an adjustable saddle yet retaining the regular neck specification.
We encourage you to try this rare instrument.

[Specs/Included Case]
TOP: Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Rosewood
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 42mm
SCALE: 627mm
CASE: Original Hard Shell Case

[Condition]
- Aside from a shaving mark on the back of the neck around the 2nd to 3rd fret, this is a very clean condition guitar with no major damage.
-No muffled tones or buzzing; plays very well.
-String height at 12th fret: 2.5mm (6th string side), 2.0mm (1st string side)
-Adjustable saddle allows for string height adjustment.
-Over-lacquer on the neck.

[6-Month Warranty]

[Mail Order Assurance Service]
Since mail order does not allow customers to try the instrument before purchase, we offer a 6-day trial period after delivery.
Test the product thoroughly at home. If you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.
※ Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.