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Gibson 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst
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Manufacturer's ID: CSRS4542VS
What we say:
At A Glance:
Inspired by the Holy Grail of vintage acoustic guitars, the Original Workhorse. Gibson's luthiers have designed the 1942 Banner J-45 to replicate the original 1942 J-45, one of the most sought after vintage instruments around, noted for its stunning tone and playability. This tribute version from the Gibson Custom Shop boasts a range of features such as the Thermally Aged Adirondack Red Spruce and period correct hit hide glue that all push to a stunning tonal response that has to be played to be believed.
Features We Love:
Old School Vibes
The 1942 Banner J-45 pays close tribute to the lauded 1942 J-45. Held by some as the Holy Grail of vintage instruments, this guitar is noted for its clear, mellow old school tones - not to mention just looking great.
New School Construction
The 1942 Banner J-45 boasts some of Gibson's most advanced features. The Adirondack Red Spruce top has received their Thermal Aging process to impart the character of a decades old piece of wood. Combined with Hot Hide Glue for maximum sonic transference, and you've got a guitar built to sound wonderfully old right out the box.
The Workhorse
The 1942 J-45 was noted for its big, well defined sound, making it the perfect workhorse to accompany basically any other instrument, and it has found a home over the decades backing up a whole raft of the greatest performers and songwriters, from Dylan and Elvis to Elliot Smith and Jeff Tweedy.
Highlights:
- Recreation of the Holy Grail of acoustics
- Instant old school looks and tone out of the box
- Built with top drawer modern methods and materials
- Solid, dependable with outstanding sound.
Specification
| Body | Mahogany with Thermally Aged Red Spruce Top |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Neck Shape | V |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Scale | 24.75" |
| Radius | 12" |
| Frets | 19 Legend Wire |
| Nut | Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.725" |
| Pickups | None |
| Controls | None |
| Bridge | Rectangle Open Slot |
| Tuners | Strap Open Back Cream Button |
