Gibson J-45 Special Satin Wine Red
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Gibson
J-45 Special Satin Wine Red
Product Info
Article Number:
608485
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
J-45 Special Satin Wine Red
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$2,198.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This J-45 Special is a real looker with that Wine Red finish and a surprisingly good amplified tone thanks to the Baggs pickup. It’s got that classic Gibson warmth and punch – perfect for singer-songwriters, roots players, or anyone who wants a workhorse dreadnought with a bit of extra style. It's a premium-priced instrument, but delivers a lot of value for the money.
Product Description
- Gibson J-45 Special Satin Wine Red
- Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
- Style: Round Shoulder
- Top: Sitka spruce
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Dot fingerboard inlays
- Body binding
- Scale: 629 mm (24.8")
- Nut width: 43.8 mm (1.72")
- Frets: 20
- Pickup: Baggs Element Bronze
- Tortoise pickguard
- Grover machine heads
- Colour: Wine Red
- Includes gig bag
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Wine Red satin finish is stunning and minimizes fingerprints.
- • Sitka spruce top delivers balanced tone with strong projection.
- • Baggs Element Bronze pickup offers natural amplified sound, surprisingly clear.
- • Round shoulder design provides comfortable access and a warm, full response.
CONS
- • Mahogany back/sides can limit versatility for very bright or complex playing styles.
- • Special Satin finish, while beautiful, might feel less refined than gloss finishes.
- • Weight, typical for a dreadnought, could be tiring for some players over extended periods.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
629 mm (24.8")
Frets
20
Electronics
Baggs Element Bronze
Weight
6.8 lbs (approximate)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's known for a more acoustic, natural amplified tone than many others – less 'processed' and more like a mic'd guitar.
Satin finishes generally show wear more readily than gloss finishes, but the Wine Red color helps mask minor imperfections.
The neck is consistent with other modern Gibsons – comfortable and relatively slim, providing easy playability, but not as chunky as some vintage models.
