Gibson / 2000 Model 1963 J-45
This guitar was released as part of the Limited Series.
The label reads “1963 J-45,” and this guitar was commissioned by a distributor at the time as a reproduction of a Gibson J-45 from around 1963.
One of the defining features of the J-45 from around 1963 is that it was likely the final year for the thin, large brown tortoiseshell-patterned pickguard.
Starting the following year, in 1964, the specifications were changed to a thicker, reddish large pickguard.
An interesting feature is the rosette around the soundhole.
While the two-ring design became standard starting in 1963, this instrument features the earlier single-ring design.
The rosewood bridge also features a slot saddle (fixed saddle) rather than an adjustable saddle, which further highlights this guitar’s unique characteristics.
All J-45s listed in the Gibson USA catalogs of that era were sold with small pickguards; this is the only square-shoulder body model to feature a large pickguard.
Based on this, I speculate that the owner may have ordered this as a 1963 J-45 by changing the specification from a thin small pickguard to a large pickguard on an Early J-45.
This guitar is equipped with an L.R. Baggs ELEMENT, making it ready for immediate use in live performances.
[Specs/Included Case]
TOP: Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Rosewood
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 43mm
SCALE: 628mm
ELECTRIC: L.R. Baggs ELEMENT
CASE: Original Hard Shell Case
[Repair/Modification History / Replaced Parts / Cosmetic Condition, etc.]
*Please note that as this is a used/vintage item, the information provided is based on our inspection.
Please be aware of this in advance.
- While there are some playwear and scuffs from regular use, this is a guitar in excellent condition with no cracks.
- There is slight peeling of the finish on the top of the bridge.
[Playing Condition]
- String action at the 12th fret: 2.2 mm on the 6th string side, 1.9 mm on the 1st string side
- Saddle height: approx. 1.5 mm to 2.5 mm
- It plays well, with no muffled tones or buzzing.
[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]
[Online Shopping Assurance]
Since we are unable to offer customers the opportunity to try out the instrument when purchasing online, we provide a 6-day trial period after the product arrives.
Please take your time to try out the product at home, and if you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.
*You are responsible for round-trip shipping costs.
