A Faithful Homage to a Classic Acoustic Guitar

Classic design and details

The design of the Epiphone J-45 stays true to its inspiration with the same sloped-shoulder cut and one-of-a kind vintage sunburst. Yes, there are countless acoustics that feature a sunburst top. But none is quite as immediately recognizable as the one you'll find on the J-45. And the Epiphone J-45 captures the original faithfully, leaving you and your audience transfixed by its signature muted gold center and dark brown fade. In addition, a classic burgundy, tortoise-shell pickguard and ivory binding are added true-to-the-original appointments that J-45 fans here really love.

Versatile, comfortable neck

The rounded “C” profile mahogany neck on the Epiphone J-45 features an ultra-comfortable 24-3/4-inch scale that brings out a springy action in the strings, as well as a warm overall tone. Its sound projection and unique action make the J-45 neck ideal for both flatpicking and fingerpicking, especially for folk, country, and bluegrass. But for the rockers out there, the Epiphone J-45 also delivers plenty of punch for more aggressive styles.

Stellar amplified tone

The Fishman Sonicore pickup in this outstanding acoustic features an under-saddle piezo wired to translate the tone of the Epiphone J-45 in a pure fashion. A soundhole-mounted Fishman Presys II preamp with rotary controls for Volume, Bass, and Treble, along with anda phase witch and a built-in tuner gives you incredibly easy, quick access to tweaking your tone.

Epiphone Gibson J-45 Acoustic Guitar Features:

• Part of the "Inspired by Gibson" series
• Classic dreadnought designed for vintage tone, playability, and visual delight
• Solid Sitka spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides for balanced, robust low end and rugged midrange
• Mahogany neck with Indian laurel fingerboard is instantly comfortable and responsive
• Ultra-comfortable 24-3/4-inch scale that brings out a springy action in the strings, as well as a warm overall tone
• Smooth cutaway offers incredible access to those higher notes up the neck
• Onboard Fishman electronics deliver pristine amplified acoustic tone
• Aged gloss finish over signature muted gold center and dark brown fade for instantly recognizable top

Tech Specs

• String Type:Steel
• Number of Strings:6
• Body Shape:Dreadnought
• Left-/Right-handed:Right-handed
• Color:Aged Vintage Sunburst
• Finish:Gloss
• Top Wood:Sitka Spruce
• Back & Sides Wood:Mahogany
• Body Bracing:Quartersawn Spruce
• Binding:Ivory/Black Multi-ply Top
• Neck Wood:Mahogany
• Neck Shape:Rounded C
• Radius:12"
• Fingerboard Material:Indian Laurel
• Fingerboard Inlay:Mother-of-Pearl Dots
• Number of Frets:20, Medium Jumbo
• Scale Length:24.724"
• Tuning Machines:Wilkinson Deluxe with 3+3 Plate
• Bridge Material:Laurel
• Nut/Saddle Material:Bone/Bone
• Nut Width:1.693"
• Electronics:Fishman Preamp with Sonicore Undersaddle Pickup
• Strings:Light Gauge, .012-.053