The 2025 Gibson Murphy Lab 1942 Banner J-45 Heavy Aged in Sunburst is a remarkable recreation of one of Gibson's most iconic wartime acoustics, delivering the look, feel, and tone of a well-played original. Its thermally aged spruce top and mahogany back and sides produce a punchy, resonant voice with exceptional projection, dynamic range, and impressive headroom, while hand-scalloped bracing enhances its rich, responsive character. The period-correct mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard provide an authentic vintage playing experience, complemented by a multi-ply rosette, mother-of-pearl dot inlays, and a tortoiseshell pickguard. Finished in a nitrocellulose lacquer finish treated with the Murphy Lab aging process, this J-45 faithfully recreates the appearance and feel of a cherished vintage instrument while offering the reliability and performance of a brand-new guitar.
Comes with OHSC and COA
