{"product_id":"gibson-1964-j-45","title":"Gibson 1964 J-45 Cherry Sunburst","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA massive analysis of Gibson J-45s from the 1940s to the 1960s. This is truly a comprehensive guide to the J-45!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/pages\/history-of-gibson-j-45\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/lighter-8.jpg?v=1751104662\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e=============================================================\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGibson \/ 1964 J-45 Cherry Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e[Comment from the person in charge: Inoue]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/TCG-8402_ecb2d723-353a-46f4-aeb0-b29526e3deba.jpg?v=1776337463\" alt=\"\" width=\"278\" height=\"185\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular J-45 from the mid-1960s features a faded cherry sunburst finish, a characteristic of vintage J-45s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pickguard is a thin, large celluloid pickguard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tuning pegs are single-line Kluson Deluxe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth models were finalized in 1964, and this orange sunburst color scheme, representing the early 1960s specifications, might be surprisingly rare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_3_5d169467-3444-40ee-867e-f04b470238d3.jpg?v=1751515846\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_7_a7ebeb3c-ce38-4cf1-9a59-fab5a1148d62.jpg?v=1751515865\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bridge plate has four places where screw holes have been filled, indicating that a bridge plate was originally installed. Plastic bridges were confirmed to have been used on J-45s between 1962 and 1964. The timing matches, so it's almost certainly correct. The bridge is made of ebony that is smoothly shaped towards both ends. It is finished and glued without any noticeable inconsistencies, and the holes for the bridge plate have been carefully filled, suggesting that it was maintained by a very skilled craftsman.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sound has a tighter, more defined tone compared to the plastic bridge version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_7447_aca137a7-96bc-45ce-bc4b-087b483f830f.jpg?v=1751515918\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_4_22c6e298-f969-48be-bc74-ceb0fada0c16.jpg?v=1751515962\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/1deab94abeca4c02aca0795f29755c92.mov\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\nYour browser does not support video tags.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/7bff7a902f874eac83d51792e817c3a1.mov\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\nYour browser does not support video tags.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exterior also features a stylish weather check pattern, giving it a vintage look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's incredibly comfortable to play, and for those who are captivated by its sound and looks, I hope you'll welcome it into your lifelong companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also comes with the original chipboard case in excellent condition, with the Gibson logo still clearly visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/1964-j-45-650660_041c63ab-3b0a-4830-b8f1-4bb8e6226b9a.jpg?v=1751516420\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Specifications\/Included Case]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTOP: Spruce\u003cbr\u003eBACK\/SIDES: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD: Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eBRIDGE: Ebony (replaced)\u003cbr\u003eNECK: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eNut width: 42.5mm\u003cbr\u003eSCALE: 628mm\u003cbr\u003eCASE: Original Chip Board Case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Repair\/modification history \/ replacement parts \/ exterior condition, etc.]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*This information is based on our inspection of used\/vintage items.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be aware of this in advance.\u003cbr\u003e-Bridge replaced\u003cbr\u003e- The nuts have been replaced with new ones made of Delrin.\u003cbr\u003e- There are four repaired cracks on the back of the body (two on the upper right and two on the upper left).\u003cbr\u003e- There are signs that a pickup was previously installed (extension of the endpin area).\u003cbr\u003e- The neck has been re-lacquered, possibly because the lacquer had peeled off in the past.\u003cbr\u003eIt appears that a considerable amount of time has passed, and the wood has become well-worn. Currently, there is no stickiness, and it feels comfortable to hold.\u003cbr\u003eThe body has its original finish.\u003cbr\u003e-Frets and bridge pins have also been replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Playing condition]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Due to age, there is slight sagging above the bridge on the body top plate and slight lifting below it.\u003cbr\u003eThe string height is not so high as to interfere with playability, and there are no issues with its use.\u003cbr\u003e-String height at the 12th fret: 2.5mm on the 6th string side, 2.0mm on the 1st string side\u003cbr\u003e- The adjustable saddle allows you to adjust the string height to your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/pages\/guide\"\u003e[Peace of Mind Guarantee: 6 months]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Peace of Mind Service for Online Shopping]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince we cannot offer customers the opportunity to try out products in person when purchasing through mail order, we provide a 6-day trial period after the product arrives.\u003cbr\u003ePlease try out the product at home, and if you are not satisfied, we will refund your purchase price.\u003cbr\u003e*The customer is responsible for round-trip shipping costs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50261649522925,"sku":"31599","price":880000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/1964-j-45-cherry-sunburst-4831434.jpg?v=1768142955","url":"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/en\/products\/gibson-1964-j-45","provider":"TC楽器 - TCGAKKI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}