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The Iconic J-45 Rosewood's Return





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Widely known as Gibson's best-selling acoustic model, the J-45 has reigned as a sonic role model since its arrival in 1942. At it's core, the guitar is based on three ideals: decisive tone, seamless navigation, and epitomizing acoustic comfort. The J-45 Standard Rosewood adheres to these traditional values, albeit with a unique twist ? the introduction of a rosewood back and sides for unique boldness and a new audial character. A smooth mahogany neck bearing a traditional compound dovetail joint is topped by a distinct rosewood fretboard adorned by mother-of-pearl inlay details for striking visual appeal and navigation. For the stage, an onboard LR Baggs VTC preamp system delivers at-the-ready projection with stunning authenticity, along with tonal control for convenient sound personalization. It's all topped off with a collection of gold Gibson tuning machines and hardware, corralling the glow of the J-45's vintage roots while administering striking modern acoustic performance.





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The J-45 Standard's back and sides are a deviation from the model's standard mahogany profile, combining unique sonics and comfort for a splendid instrumental result. A Sitka spruce top bears tight, responsive tone with plenty of vibration transfer via hand-scalloped X-bracing. Paired with the rest of the body's rosewood construction, the J-45 produces exceptional clarity and depth with ample amounts of sustain ? a perfect sonic recipe for a number of genres and play styles. It's all projected from Gibson's proprietary slope-shoulder dreadnaught formula, supplying exceptional projection for easy play in any studio room or small-event playing environment.





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Top-to-bottom tradition





From head to heelstock, the J-45 Standard represents the finest in vintage Gibson detail. The gloss-finished mahogany neck features a compound dovetail joint and slim taper profile, supplying traditional comfort with plenty of access to the guitar's supple rosewood fingerboard. Both a TUSQ nut and saddle ensure excellent string stability and vibration transfer, while Grover Rotomatic tuners provide foundational intonation stability in between sets. Sightly visuals, including antique gold hardware, multi-ply top binding, a reverse belly bridge, and mother-of-pearl inlays, top off the J-45 Standard with all the charm and character that Sweetwater guitarists expect in a vintage-inspired Gibson instrument.





Onboard LR Baggs active electronics system





The J-45 Standard's onboard LR Baggs VTC preamp system supplies more than enough versatility to tackle stage and studio alike. By utilizing a carefully placed under-saddle pickup, the VTC system ensures a clear capture of your instrument's subtleties for an authentic sonic representation in any playing situation. Furthermore, the VTC's built-in dynamic EQ compression system and saturation corral tones match that of the guitar's natural warmth and resonance while expanding the dynamic range with minimal pickup feedback. Finally, the VTC's equipped volume and tone soundhole controls make managing your output a cinch wherever you decide to play.





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Gibson Acoustic J-45 Standard Rosewood Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:


The Modern Collection Standard J-45 constructed with a rosewood-focused approach


Sitka spruce top and rosewood back and sides formulate a balanced, rounded tone with plenty of power and response


Time-trusted slope-shoulder dreadnought design boosts projection and coaxes clear low-end projection


Hand-scalloped X-bracing supplies superior vibration transfer and structural integrity


Onboard LR Baggs VTC active preamp system pumps out controllable tones for stage and studio performance scenarios


Comfortable mahogany neck with compound dovetail joint and slim taper neck profile for smooth movement along the fretboard


Indian rosewood fingerboard with mother-of-pearl dot inlays


TUSQ nut and saddle for enhanced string support and authenticity


Grover Rotomatic tuning machines for enhanced intonation stability


Complementary gold hardware