Gibson J-45 Standard Long Scale Vintage Sunburst #23075018

The Gibson J-45 Standard Long Scale in Vintage Sunburst brings the legendary round-shoulder J-45 design together with traditional Gibson craftsmanship and a long-scale voice built for clarity, projection, and expressive depth. Its Sitka spruce top is paired with mahogany back and sides, creating the familiar combination of warmth, balance, and powerful acoustic response that has made the J-45 a cornerstone of Gibson's acoustic guitar tradition. Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing allows the top to respond freely, while the gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish gives the instrument a beautifully refined appearance. Multi-ply binding on the top and single-ply binding on the back frame the classic Vintage Sunburst finish, complemented by the iconic tear drop pickguard.

The mahogany neck features a comfortable SlimTaper profile and a 25.5-inch, or 647.7 mm, scale length, giving this J-45 a slightly longer reach and a clear, articulate response. Its rosewood fingerboard has a 12-inch, or 304.8 mm, radius and carries 20 standard frets with understated Mother-of-Pearl dot inlays. A TUSQ nut measures 43.81 mm, or 1.72 inches, providing a comfortable playing width, while the dovetail neck-to-body joint reflects Gibson's traditional approach to acoustic construction. The adjustable truss rod allows for precise setup, and the two-ply black and white truss rod cover adds a subtle finishing detail to the classic Gibson headstock.

The J-45 Standard Long Scale is equipped for both intimate acoustic playing and amplified performance, featuring an LR Baggs VTC under-saddle pickup and preamp system with soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls. A traditional belly-up bridge, TUSQ bridge pins, and TUSQ saddle provide a stable and responsive platform for string vibration, while Grover Rotomatic tuning machines with kidney buttons offer smooth, dependable tuning control. Nickel-plated hardware complements the traditional aesthetic, and the 1/4-inch output jack provides straightforward connection to an amplifier or acoustic sound system.

At 4 lbs 10 oz, this J-45 offers a comfortable balance while retaining the full-bodied character expected from the legendary round-shoulder design. It is fitted with .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, and .053 gauge strings and includes a Gibson Accessory Kit. Identified by model number RS45VSN19, the Gibson J-45 Standard Long Scale Vintage Sunburst is an instrument built around enduring fundamentals: Sitka spruce and mahogany, hand-scalloped X-bracing, a comfortable SlimTaper neck, and the unmistakable voice of a J-45. With its extended 25.5-inch scale, traditional construction, and LR Baggs VTC electronics, it offers a distinctive blend of classic Gibson character and versatile modern performance.

Other specifications include:

• Top Sitka Spruce
• Back & Sides Mahogany
• Binding Multi-ply Top, Single-ply Back
• Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Body Shape J-45
• Body Styles Round Shoulder
• Bracing Traditional Hand-scalloped X-bracing
• Neck Material Mahogany
• Fingerboard Material Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
• Fret Count 20
• Frets Standard
• Inlays Mother of Pearl Dot
• Joint Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body
• Nut Material TUSQ
• Nut Width 43.81mm / 1.72in
• Profile SlimTaper
• Scale Length 647.7mm / 25.5in
• Bridge Traditional Belly Up
• Bridge Pins TUSQ
• Pickguard Tear Drop
• Saddle Material TUSQ
• Truss Rod Adjustable
• Truss Rod Cover 2-ply Black and White
• Tuner Plating Nickel
• Tuning Machines Grover Rotomatic with Kidney Button
• Controls Soundhole-mounted Volume and Tone
• Output Jack 1/4"
• Preamp LR Baggs VTC
• Under Saddle Pickup LR Baggs VTC
• Accessories Gibson Accessory Kit
• Strings Gauge .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
• RS45VSN19
• 4 lbs 10 oz
• #23075018

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