Gibson Custom Shop Greatest Hits Volume II J-45 Goldtop 4.2 #23425105

The Gibson Custom Shop Greatest Hits Volume II J-45 Goldtop is a bold and exclusive reimagining of one of Gibson’s most iconic acoustic models. Produced in extremely limited numbers and available only through select dealers, this standout instrument merges the legendary workhorse performance of the J-45 with a striking Goldtop finish—bringing a fresh visual identity to a timeless classic.

Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and paired with mahogany back and sides, this J-45 delivers the warm, full-bodied tone players have relied on for generations. Its traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance and dynamic response, producing deep, rounded lows, focused mids, and a smooth, expressive top end. The nitrocellulose lacquer finish not only highlights the unique Goldtop aesthetic but also allows the guitar to age gracefully, improving tonal complexity over time.

The mahogany neck features Gibson’s comfortable Slim Taper profile, offering a fast, modern feel while maintaining vintage-inspired character. A rosewood fingerboard with pearloid trapezoid inlays provides classic visual appeal, while the 24.75" scale length and 12" radius ensure a smooth, familiar playing experience across all 20 frets. The compound dovetail neck-to-body joint further enhances sustain and tonal transfer.

Premium hardware appointments include a traditional belly-up bridge, Tusq saddle and bridge pins, and Grover Rotomatic tuners with nickel plating for reliable tuning stability. The iconic teardrop pickguard completes the classic J-45 look, reimagined here with a distinctive Custom Shop twist.

Equipped with an L.R. Baggs VTC under-saddle pickup system, this guitar is stage- and studio-ready, offering natural amplified tone with intuitive volume and tone controls discreetly mounted for easy access.

Weighing in at just 4 lbs 2 oz and housed in a premium hardshell case with a Gibson accessory kit, the Greatest Hits Volume II J-45 Goldtop is a rare opportunity to own a visually unique, sonically rich instrument that honors Gibson’s heritage while standing apart from the crowd.

Other specifications include:

• Body Shape J-45
• Top Sitka Spruce
• Back Mahogany
• Side Mahogany
• Bracing Traditional hand scalloped X-bracing
• Binding 3-ply top, single-ply back
• Finish Nitrocellulose
• Neck Material Mahogany
• Profile Slim Taper
• Scale Length 24.75" / 628.65mm
• Fingerboard Material Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius 12"
• Number Of Frets 20
• Frets Standard
• Nut Material TUSQ
• Nut Width 1.725"
• Inlays Pearloid Trapezoid
• Joint Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body
• Hardware Tuner Plating Nickel
• Bridge Traditional belly up
• Saddle Material Tusq
• Tuning Machines Grover Rotomatics Nickel
• Pickguard Tear drop
• Truss Rod Cover B/W
• Bridge Pins Tusq
• Electronics Under Saddle Pickup LR Baggs VTC
• Controls Volume and Tone controls
• Strings Gauge 0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012
• Case Hardshell Case
• Accessories Gibson Accessory Kit
• Hard Case
• RS45GTPSL1281
• 4 lbs 2 oz
• #23425105

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