Gibson J-45 Faded 50`s
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Gibson
J-45 Faded 50`s
Product Info
Article Number:
549128
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
J-45 Faded 50`s
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$2,336.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Faded 50’s J-45 is a fantastic blend of vintage vibe and modern usability. It’s got that classic Gibson warmth and projection, amplified well thanks to the LR Baggs pickup – a real workhorse for singer-songwriters and roots musicians seeking a premium-priced, reliable instrument with serious mojo.
Product Description
- Gibson J-45 Faded 50`s
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Top: Spruce
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Multi-ply top binding
- Single ply back binding
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Single layer fingerboard binding
- Fingerboard inlays: Mother-of-Pearl dots
- Bone nut
- Nut width: 43.8 mm (1.73")
- Scale: 629 mm (24.8")
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: LR Baggs VTC
- Bridge material: Rosewood
- Saddle: Traditional Belly Up
- Gotoh white knob tuners
- Colour: Faded Sunburst
- Incl. case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Spruce top delivers balanced tone with clear highs and warm lows.
- • Mahogany back and sides provide excellent sustain and focused midrange.
- • LR Baggs VTC pickup offers a usable, natural amplified tone.
- • Gotoh tuners ensure reliable tuning stability, a noticeable upgrade.
CONS
- • Faded finish, while aesthetically pleasing, may not appeal to all buyers.
- • Heavier than many other dreadnoughts, can be tiring for extended play.
- • Rosewood fingerboard can exhibit slight dryness, requiring occasional maintenance.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
629 mm (24.8 in)
Frets
20
Electronics
LR Baggs VTC
Weight
Approximately 6.8 lbs (3.1 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The thinner finish on a 'Faded' model generally allows the wood to resonate more freely, potentially leading to a slightly more open and responsive tone compared to a gloss finish.
The VTC is a solid option for live use, offering a natural amplified tone, but a more powerful preamp might be needed for very loud stages.
The neck profile is closer to a vintage '50s shape - a comfortable, medium-thin profile with a slight vintage feel, not as slim as some modern designs.
