The Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut is a versatile and reliable acoustic guitar that offers exceptional playability and a rich, balanced tone. It belongs to Gibson's renowned J-45 series, known for their outstanding craftsmanship and timeless appeal.
Featuring a classic round shoulder dreadnought body shape, the J-45 Studio Walnut delivers a balanced and powerful sound projection. The top is made from high-quality Sitka Spruce, known for its strong and responsive nature. The back and sides are constructed from Walnut, which adds warmth and depth to the guitar's tone.
The neck is made of Mahogany, providing stability and a comfortable playing experience. It is topped with a Walnut fingerboard, offering a smooth and responsive surface for effortless fretting and bending. The fingerboard has a radius of 12 inches and is adorned with dot inlays, providing a traditional aesthetic.
With a scale length of 24.75 inches, the J-45 Studio Walnut offers a familiar feel and excellent string tension. It features 20 frets and a nut width of 1.725 inches, allowing for comfortable chord voicings and precise note articulation. The nut is made of Tusq, a synthetic material known for its consistent tone and excellent sustain.
The bridge is a traditional belly-up design with a Tusq saddle, ensuring optimal string transfer and resonance. A tear-drop shaped pickguard adds a touch of vintage elegance to the guitar's appearance. The finish is a smooth satin, enhancing the natural beauty of the Walnut wood and providing a comfortable playing experience.
While the J-45 Studio Walnut is available as an acoustic-only model, it can be equipped with the optional LR Baggs VTC pickup system for easy amplification without compromising the guitar's natural tone.
Other notable features include Mini Grover Rotomatic tuners, which offer smooth and precise tuning stability, and Gibson Phosphor Bronze strings (.012-.053 gauge) that complement the guitar's tonal characteristics.
Body Shape: Round Shoulder Dreadnought
Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
Back & Side Wood: Walnut
Neck Wood: Mahogany
Fingerboard Wood: Walnut
Scale Length: 24.75 inches
Fingerboard Radius: 12 inches
Number of Frets: 20
Nut Width: 1.725 inches
Nut Material: Tusq
Bridge: Traditional belly-up with Tusq saddle
Pickguard: Tear-drop shape
Finish: Satin
Electronics: Optional LR Baggs VTC pickup system
Tuners: Mini Grover Rotomatics
Strings: Gibson Phosphor Bronze, .012-.053 gauge