Gibson J-45 Banner c1944

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Specs


Instrument	Dreadnought
Brand	Gibson
Model	J-45 Banner
Finish	Sunburst
SKU	GF5510
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1940 - 1949
Top Material	Mahogany (Re-topped)
Back and Side Material	Mahogany
Neck/Fingerboard Material	Mahogany/Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius	12"
Brace Pattern	X
Tuners	Replaced
Bridge	Replaced
Electronics	N/A
Scale Length	24.5"
Nut Width	1.77"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.11"
Case	Non-Original Hard Case

Description

Gibson's 16" wide, round-shouldered dreadnought, the J-45, was introduced in 1942 as a replacement for the J-35. Since then it has become one of Gibson's classic models and is still produced today. Coined by Gibson with the nickname, "The Workhorse," the J-45 is an unflashy, sweet and simple dreadnought with a powerful and resonant tone. This particular example has obviously been modified in more ways than one. It was retopped with Mahogany, translating a warmer, more mellow sound, entirely refinished, and received a new bridge and set of tuners. There is overspray on the back of the neck and on the headstock. Includes a non-original Hard Case.

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