Gibson J-45 Standard Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst

The Gibson J-45 Standard Electro Acoustic in Vintage Sunburst takes the most recorded acoustic in Gibson history and equips it with cutting-edge Baggs HiFi DNA electronics. You get that unmistakable warm, balanced J-45 voice with impressive dynamic range and punchy low end, along with a natural, studio-ready amplified tone that stays true to the guitar whether you are on stage or in the studio.

Introduced in 1942 and affectionately known as The Workhorse, the J-45 has become a benchmark for singer-songwriters, session players and gigging musicians alike. This latest Standard model keeps all the classic ingredients in place solid Sitka spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides, round-shoulder dreadnought body and a comfortable SlimTaper mahogany neck while refining the playability and electronics for modern performance demands.

The round-shoulder dreadnought body delivers a rich, full acoustic sound with a warm low end, smooth midrange and clear, singing highs that sit beautifully in a mix. Whether you are strumming big open chords, flatpicking melodies or fingerpicking intricate patterns, the J-45 responds with impressive nuance and projection, encouraging you to dig in and explore your dynamics.

Plugged in, the Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA system captures that same character with remarkable realism. Twin lightweight sensors on the internal bridge plate, each with its own optimised preamp, provide a full-bodied, natural sound with excellent gain-before-feedback and no need for an intrusive under-saddle pickup. Discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls keep your hands on the guitar and your focus on the performance.

Classic J-45 Tonewood Recipe

The J-45 Standard pairs a solid Sitka spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides in the iconic round-shoulder dreadnought shape. This time-tested combination delivers the warm low end, balanced mids and articulate top end that have made the J-45 a studio and stage staple for generations, giving your playing a familiar, record-ready voice straight out of the case.

Comfortable SlimTaper Neck

A mahogany neck with Gibson’s SlimTaper profile offers a fast, comfortable feel that suits both modern and traditional playing styles. The 24.75 inch scale length and rosewood fingerboard with 20 frets make chords, bends and extended sessions feel effortless, while the compound dovetail neck joint with hot hide glue enhances sustain and resonance.

Baggs HiFi DNA Electronics

The Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA system uses two lightweight sensors mounted to the internal bridge plate, each with its own dedicated preamp. This active design delivers a natural, full-bodied amplified tone that closely mirrors the guitar’s acoustic voice, with comparable gain-before-feedback to an under-saddle pickup and intuitive soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls for quick adjustments mid-performance.

Timeless Gibson Detailing

Multi-ply top binding, single-ply back binding, a teardrop tortoiseshell pickguard and a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish give the J-45 Standard its unmistakable vintage-inspired look. A rosewood belly-up bridge with TUSQ saddle and bridge pins, Grover Rotomatic tuners and a TUSQ nut provide rock-solid tuning stability and consistent tonal transfer, so the guitar looks as good as it sounds and feels.

• Iconic J-45 Workhorse Sound - The round-shoulder dreadnought body with solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides produces the warm, balanced tone that has defined countless recordings. You get a rich low end, smooth mids and clear highs that work for strumming, flatpicking and fingerstyle alike.
• Gibson-Exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA Pickup - Twin bridge-plate sensors with individual preamps capture the guitar’s natural acoustic character with impressive realism. The result is a full, dynamic amplified sound with excellent feedback resistance, ideal for professional live and studio use.
• Player-Friendly SlimTaper Neck - The mahogany SlimTaper neck and 24.75 inch scale length offer a fast, comfortable feel that reduces fatigue over long sets. Combined with the rosewood fingerboard and 20 frets, it makes complex chords, melodic runs and bends feel intuitive and controlled.
• Premium Hardware and Classic Aesthetics - Grover Rotomatic tuners, a TUSQ nut, TUSQ saddle and TUSQ bridge pins ensure stable tuning and consistent tone, while the Vintage Sunburst finish, tortoiseshell pickguard and traditional binding give the guitar a timeless look that will never go out of style.

Body

• Body Shape: J-45
• Top Material: Sitka spruce
• Back Material: Mahogany
• Sides Material: Mahogany
• Body Binding: Multi-ply top, single-ply back
• Body Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
• Colour: Vintage Sunburst

Neck

• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Profile: SlimTaper
• Scale Length: 24.75 in / 628.7 mm
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Number of Frets: 20
• Fingerboard Inlays: Mother-of-pearl dots
• Nut Material: TUSQ

Hardware

• Bridge: Belly up
• Bridge Material: Rosewood
• Saddle Material: TUSQ
• Bridge Pins: TUSQ
• Tuning Machines: Grover Rotomatic
• Pickguard: Tortoiseshell

Electronics

• Pickup System: Baggs HiFi DNA
• Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone (soundhole-mounted)

Case

• Case: Hardshell