Gibson J-45 1951, Sunburst

$9,250.00

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Specs


Instrument	Dreadnought
Brand	Gibson
Model	J-45
Finish	Sunburst
SKU	GF10376-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1951
Top	Spruce
Back and Sides	Mahogany
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany, Rosewood
Bridge Material	Rosewood
Tuners	Original
Radius	12"
Neck Profile	50's C
Neck Depth	.9"-.999"
Scale Length	25"
Nut Width	1.7"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.1"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Yes
Electronics	None
Case	HSC
Modifications/Repairs	Overspray throughout, previous neck reset before overspray, saddle replaced, top center seam re-glued and secured, multiple braces appear re-glued, bridge crack was once glued and secured, truss rod cover unoriginal
Condition Notes	Tasteful aging throughout and on-top of the older overspray. Neck is set well, and playing nicely, sounds great.

Description

This 1951 Gibson J-45 in Sunburst is a textbook example of why early ’50s slope-shoulder Gibsons are so beloved—warm, dry, and punchy with that classic, seasoned midrange that sits perfectly under a vocal. It has the broken-in responsiveness you’d expect from a well-played vintage J-45, making it an inspiring tool for songwriting, recording, or live acoustic work.

The guitar shows overspray and some basic repairs, and while it’s certainly worn, the wear presents as a very attractive, naturally aged vibe rather than neglect. Playability and sound are both excellent: it feels comfortable and confident in hand, with a strong, characterful voice that rewards both a light touch and a more aggressive strum. Comes with a HSC.

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