The j45 has been gibsons topselling acoustic guitar for years. Mar 31, 2014 the j45 is generally regarded as gibsons most famous and widely used acoustic guitar model. This version harkens back to the 50s with some periodcorrect features. Gibson 01241017 j45 acoustic guitar with hard case from japan free shipping. Made in the gibson acoustic factory in bozeman montana, this fantastic sounding j45 is also in very clean condition. This guitar is based on the j 45 folk guitar that singer songwriter donovan used to create many of his popular hits.
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The j45 initially only varied slightly from the discontinued j35. Comes with a daddario humidification system as well as tags and. This used gibson acoustic guitars 1954 j45 is simply put, a new shop favorite. Gibson mahogany body acoustic guitars for sale in stock ebay. This guitar has all the hallmarks of a really well made gibson, plenty of volume, smooth top end and a guttural low end when you dig in. Epiphone j45 2003 elite acoustic guitar made in tarada factory, japan to the high specs of a gibson j45 with all solid woods. Since 1989, all gibson acoustic guitars have been made in bozeman, mont. Welcome to rguitar, a community devoted to the exchange of guitar related information and entertainment. Find great deals on ebay for gibson j45 and gibson j50. Vintage sunburst bestseller since the 1940s and nicknamed by artists as the workhorse.
The classic mid 1950s j45, with piles of expression in the lower mids and big round trebles. Several variations of the j 45 have been released over t. Not to say the j45 is bum but needs careful mic positioninggood mixing, etc. Gibson j 45 1951 guitar for sale garys classic guitars. It remains one of the only guitar manufacturers to produce its instruments exclusively in the united states. Gibson 6 string vintage acoustic guitars for sale ebay. Gibson j45 news newspapers books scholar jstor may. This is a forum where guitarists, from novice to experienced, can explore the world of guitar through a variety of media and discussion. I suspect it is from 1944 but the year could be slightly earlier. Find the best deal on gibson acoustic guitar in usa. There is no softwareperiodthat can make a crappy guitar sound good. Gibson acoustic guitars at wildwood guitars, authorized. Action is low, bone nut and saddle, set up with 11s and the sound is huge. James taylor played a gibson j50 early in his career, but switched over to olsons nearly 20 years ago.
Mar 12, 2014 gibson has introduced its new limitededition 1965 donovan model j45 acoustic guitar. Gibson 1965 j45 the donovan acoustic guitar guitarsite. Gibson introduces limitededition 1965 donovan j45 guitar gibson has introduced its new limitededition 1965 donovan model j45 acoustic guitar. I wrote every song on it from late 1965 into 70, when it was stolen during a collegetown gig, donovan told guitar world. Introduced in 1942 as a replacement for the j35, the j45 has since become one of gibsons most popular acoustic flattops. J15, j45, sj200, j200, hummingbird, l00, l100, l1, songwriter, southern jumbo, advanced jumbo, wildwood new vintage, hide glue. The j 45 is part of gibson s roundshoulder jumbo line, begun in 1934 with the jumbo flattop introduced to compete with c. Gibson limited edition 1960s j 45 acoustic electric guitar. I just replaced the stock strings which i think are gibson pb lights with my all time favorite john pierce pb lights. I wrote every song on it from late 1965 into 70, when it was stolen during a collegetown gig, donovan told guitar world last month. Im leaning towards the songwriter because its more appealing looks more expensive.
Earning a reputation as a workhorse guitar, the j45 was embraced for its nofrills attitude and big, strong tone. Heres a wellworn early 50s j 45, but one thats already had the neck reset and refret these old gibson jumbos almost always need. If your guitar has an eightdigit serial number, it contains the year, date and the factory ranking number for the. Gibson j 45 standard acousticelectric guitar with case, vintage sunburst. Without question, the j45 is one of the most beloved and played acoustic guitars in the history of modern music, and the icon of gibsons roundshoulder dreadnought acoustic line ever since its introduction in 1942. After ww2 the j 45 stayed sunburst, with a blond version being introduced in 1947 and called the j 50. Also, since the gibson j45 guitar was in production for so long, j45s are easier to find than most any other gibson flattop model lucky for us.
The gibson j 45 is a dreadnought style acoustic guitar manufactured by the gibson guitar corporation. The gibson j45 is a dreadnought style acoustic guitar manufactured by the gibson guitar. Worldrenowned for its full, balanced expression, warm bass and excellent projection, the j 45 is one of most technically advanced guitars of its time. If you have guitar related questions, use the search field or ask the community. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. Seller says its possibly a 54, we think a little bit later. Gibson 10084060 1965 j 45 donovan acoustic guitar from japan free shipping.
The neck is a slim taper and the action and playability are wonderful, comes with the original. Sep 18, 2014 this guitar was played out of the box with factory strings, no additional setup and no audio post production. Guitar collection, film music books, percussion, little sisters, music stuff. It plays wonderfully and is loaded with a lr baggs element under saddle pickup. May 25, 20 acoustic guitar, banner headstock, gibson j 45, guitar, music, vintage, wartime gibson this gibson j 45 comes from the world war two production days when gibson did not put serial numbers on them. This new custom shop signature model follows the specifications found on j45s from 60s, complying to donovans preferences. Shop our selection of gibson j 45 acoustic guitars. Acoustic guitars the gibson acoustic donovan 1965 j45 acousticelectric guitar is a meticulous replica of the same j45 played by scottish singersongwriter donovan during his rise to fame in the mid60s. Buy gibson j 45 online at guitarguitar and get free delivery. Product registration customer service repair and restoration report counterfeits serial number faq gibson guitar specs 20152019 dealer resource center locate a. Gibson j45 acoustic electric guitar musicians friend. More detailed information can be found in the book gibsons fabulous flattop guitars by eldon whitford, david vinopal and dan erlewine. The j 45 is sometimes said to be more of a singer songwriter type of guitar and the d 18 ge is sometime refered to more of a bluegrass type of guitar. Gibson j45 1964 cherry sunburst price guide reverb.
Preowned 2008 gibson j45 modern classic sitka spruce and. My overall impression of this guitar is that its perfect for someone who has already found their sound and understands what sets their sound apart from others. With its small bridge, the 194748 j45 was most like a 194142 j35, but with the modern teardrop pickguard, sitka top, wide x bracing, and scalloped braces giving the instrument its characteristic gibson midrange and balance, big voice, and power. It is generally regarded as gibsons most famous and widely used acoustic guitar model. The labels inside the guitar come with the artists signature of approval along with a personal letter. Sunburst was the only finish available for the j 45 or most any wartime gibson guitar, as a sunburst finish can hide wood flaws, an important feature during ww2 when wood supplies were short. Jan 12, 2016 a solidbody guitar is virtually neuter until its plugged through an amplifier and a lot depends on exactly which type of amplifier you choose. For a cheaper j45 clone the eastman e10 looks right. Buy gibson acoustic limited edition 1965 j45 donovan cherry sunburst online from.
This new custom shop signature model follows the specifications found on j 45s from 60s, complying to donovan s preferences. Buy the gibson 1965 j 45 donovan and get free delivery. Songwritervocalist donovan recorded a chain of major hits in the 1960s using his 65 j 45. For your consideration, garrett park guitars presents this 2003 gibson j45.
The gibson j45 isdespite martins claimamericas guitar, the signature instrument of the serious player in jams, gigs, hoedowns, hootenannies, parties, and front porches since the 1940s. Gibson toyed with the j45 a little more, calling it the j45 western and adding the wartime only a gibson banner in 94, then removing the banner and calling it the early j45 from 199798. Gibson slope shoulder acoustic guitars at wildwood guitars. Gibson acoustic limited edition 1965 j45 donovan cherry sunburst. A combination of sitka spruce for the top and mahogany for the back and neck, this j45 is nished in gibsons new autumn burst finish. Preowned 2008 gibson j45 modern classic sitka spruce and indian rosewood. Big full sound from a slope shouldered easy to play shortscale dreadnought is never an easy feat, but this j45 delivers. Gibson j 45 m rosewood acousticelectric guitar rosewood burst 11909035. The j45 has a squareshouldered jumbo body since 1969 with a solid spruce top and mahogany back, sides, and neck.
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Heres a wellworn early 50s j45, but one thats already had the neck reset and refret these old gibson jumbos almost always need. Im looking for a slope shoulder dreadnought and the tone im reaching for is the gibson j50 j45, ai. It is generally regarded as gibson s most famous and widely used acoustic guitar model. Gibson j 45 standard has 0 ratings score 0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings disclaimer. I wrote every song on it from late 1965 into 70, when it was stolen during a collegetown gig, donovan said. Too many believe that any guitar can be made to sound good in postprod. But acoustics sound bad, good, very good or great au naturel and the j45 certainly has an air of greatness about it. For greater savings check out our used gibson limited edition 2014 j45 acoustic electric guitar and get a great deal today. Shop gibson limited edition 1960s j 45 acoustic electric guitar with case from ams with 0% interest payment plans and free shipping. Gibson j45 news newspapers books scholar jstor may 2017 learn how and when to remove this template message.
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The gibson j45 is a dreadnought style acoustic guitar manufactured by the gibson guitar corporation. A solidbody guitar is virtually neuter until its plugged through an amplifier and a lot depends on exactly which type of amplifier you choose. This meticulously recreated j 45 honors donovan and his rock classics that include. Seller states that there is an off center dot at the first fret added by a previous owner. Without question, the j 45 is one of the most beloved and played acoustic guitars in the history of modern music, and the icon of gibson s roundshoulder dreadnought acoustic line ever since its introduction in 1942.
Used gibson 2018 j45 vintage acoustic electric guitar. Gibson acoustic limited edition 1965 j45 donovan cherry. Gibson historic collection 1960s j45 donovan mellow yellow. Its mahogany dreadnought body topped with sitka spruce gives you the right balance of rich lows, detailed mids, and sparkling highs. I recently bought a gibson j 45 which has such a warm tone i love it. The smooth sounds of a j45 can be heard on recordings made by buddy holly, donovan and bob dylan. And dont even begin to think about all the soundaltering pedals on the market. Several variations of the j45 have been released over t.
The gibson j45 is a dreadnought style acoustic guitar manufactured by the. I am trying to figure out the year of the gibson j45 deluxe guitar my father gave me. The j45 is one of gibson bestselling acoustics of all time. Gibson has introduced its new limitededition 1965 donovan model j 45 acoustic guitar. Save money on used gibson acoustic guitars at guitar center. We have never seen a j45 with an inlayed headstock logo or the crown inlay on the headstock, both of which this one has.
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