A massive analysis of Gibson J-45s from the 1940s to the 1960s. The J-45 Dissection is now in book form!

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Gibson / 1967 J-45 Cherry Sunburst
A one-of-a-kind instrument with a strong red cherry sunburst and a Goth-style peg, clearly a 1967 model.
1967 was the year the tobacco sunburst J-45, also known from Takuro Yoshida’s use, was revived. On the other hand, the cherry sunburst that had tended to fade by around ’66 remains strongly vivid on this example, giving it a look representative of this year.
The pegs are also from this period. These are elegant open-back tuners with a decorative center, and the back side is stamped JAPAN. It is a product of Goto, a Japanese parts manufacturer, and when you think about Japanese-made parts being used on the J-45, Gibson’s representative American model, it is quite moving.
The sound has the good articulation of a narrow neck and adjustable bridge, with a rough, middy character like a compressor has been applied. It is a guitar that responds well and sounds pleasant even when strummed hard.
[Specs / Included Case]
TOP : Spruce
BACK/SIDES : Mahogany
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE : Rosewood
NECK : Mahogany
NUT WIDTH : 39.5mm
SCALE : 628mm
CASE : Original Chip Board Case
[Repair/Modification History / Replacement Parts / Cosmetic Condition, etc.]
※ This information is based on what we can confirm through inspection in our store for used/vintage items.
Please understand this in advance.
- There are repair marks and reinforcement on the lower center section of the body top.
- There are repair marks in two places on the body back.
- The frets, nut, and bridge pins have been replaced.
[Playing Condition]
- String height at the 12th fret: 2.5mm on the 6th string side, 2.0mm on the 1st string side
- Fine string-height adjustment is possible with the adjustable saddle.
- There is no choking or buzzing, and the playing condition is good.
[About Warranty]
Because this is a used item, it is excluded from our store warranty.
Of course, after purchase, we will accept consultations regarding adjustments and repairs, etc. (for a fee), according to your wishes.
Please note that our mail-order trial service is not available. (No returns accepted)