Full Description

LR Baggs™ Element VTC Pickup

The Gibson Limited Edition J-45 comes equipped with the popular Element Active Acoustic Pickup System from L.R. Baggs, which features a low-profile undersaddle element - or transducer - that's proven more stable and durable than many standard ribbon-type pickups. Combined with a powerful on board preamp with an unobtrusive volume and treble controls mounted just inside the soundhole and unique low frequency compression circuit the Element delivers performance not previously attainable from an undersaddle pickup. The addition of the low frequency compressor allows the J-45 to provide a more authentic amplified tone as the compression mimics the dynamic response of the guitar. Its sleek and effective design removes unnecessary internal components to enhance the coupling between the pickup and the guitar, and improve the sensitivity of the transducer for a robust, lively, and natural acoustic sound with excellent dynamics and delicate high end. The Element works with a standard 9V battery, which is housed inside the guitar in L.R. Bagg's new "Battery Bagg."

Rosette

A rosette is the beautiful, hand-crafted circle around the soundhole, and can be one of the most ornamental elements of any acoustic guitar. It is also one of the most subtle and complicated woodworking decorations on any acoustic guitar. The rosette on the J-45 is a simple single-ring rosette consisting of three-ply binding, adding a stylish, understated elegance to the J-45.

Unique Gibson X-Bracing

The Gibson J-45 Quilted Mahogany features hand-scalloped X- bracing inside the body. By scalloping each brace by hand, the natural sound of the acoustic is focused more toward the center of the body, enhancing the instrument's sound projection. The J-45 features a variation of Gibson's "X" bracing pattern situated behind the soundhole, with a set of tall and thin braces for the back, and scalloped tall and thin braces for the top. This legendary bracing design delivers a balanced expression, with punchy, deep lows, warm mids, and clear, crisp highs. When pushed for more volume, the J-45 projects a natural compression, which helps it blend nicely with any accompaniment.

Rosewood Fretboard with Abalone Inlays

The fingerboard of Gibson's J-45 is constructed from the highest grade rosewood on earth, which is personally inspected and qualified by Gibson's team of skilled experts before it enters the Gibson factories. The resilience of this durable wood makes the fingerboard extremely balanced and stable, and gives each chord and note unparalleled clarity and bite. The J-45's split diamond inlays are made of stunning abalone and are inserted into the fingerboard using a process that eliminates gaps.

Body & Neck Construction Joint

The nature of a set-in neck construction allows the Gibson J-45 Quilted Mahogany to produce advanced sustain and resonance by optimizing the maximum contact between the neck and body joint. Hand constructed and locked in place with hide glue The J-45 provides superior vibration transfer and sustainability perfect for when you need notes to ring out for as long as possible whilst the compound dovetail heel allows uncompromising playability.

Features/Specifications

Body & Bridge

• Body Style: Round Shoulder
• Top: Sitka Spruce
• Back & Sides: Quilted Mahogany
• Finish: Vintage Sunburst
• Finish Type: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Binding: Multi-Ply Top, Multi-Ply Single Ring Rosette
• Bracing: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing
• Bridge: Belly up Rosewood

Neck & Fretboard

• Neck: 1-Piece Mahogany
• Neck Heel: Compound Dovetail
• Fretboard: Bound Rosewood
• Frets: 20
• Inlays: Abalone Split Diamond
• Fretboard Radius: 12"
• Scale Length: 24.75" (Short)
• Nut: Tusq
• Nut Width: 1.725"

Hardware & Electronics

• Electronics: LR Baggs™ Element VTC
• Saddle: Tusq
• Pickguard: .060 Tortoise Tear Drop
• Strings: Gibson Light Gauge (.012 - .053)
• Machine Heads: Grover Open Back
• Hardware: Gold