Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Acoustic Guitar in Vintage Sunburst

£4,199.00

The Acoustic Guitars department take a look at this New Acoustic Guitar Sunburst , the Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Acoustic Guitar in Vintage Sunburst by is New, it is in stock at a great price and delivered to all areas of the UK. Read More for more product information, images, latest prices and how to order.

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The Acoustic Guitars department take a look at this New Acoustic Guitar Sunburst , the Gibson Custom Shop 1942 Banner J-45 Acoustic Guitar in Vintage Sunburst by is New, it is in stock at a great price and delivered to all areas of the UK. Read More for more product information, images, latest prices and how to order.

Here’s What Gibson Say About the 1942 Banner J-45:

The allure and legend of the Gibson J-45 lives on in the new Custom Historic 1942 Banner J-45. Inspired by the holy grail of vintage acoustic instruments, luthiers in Montana meticulously crafted a J-45 just like the most popular and celebrated version in structure and components. The new 1942 Banner J-45 includes a Thermally Aged Adirondack red Spruce top hand-sprayed with a historic-style burst, hot hide glue top bracing for better tonal response, and a bone nut and saddle.

Specifications

Body

  • Body Shape: J-45
  • Top: Thermally Aged Red Spruce
  • Back: Mahogany
  • Side: Mahogany
  • Bracing: Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing, red Spruce braces with hide glue
  • Binding: Multi-ply top, multi-ply back
  • Finish: Thin Finish Nitrocellulose, VOS

Neck

  • Material: Mahogany
  • Profile: V
  • Scale Length: 24.75"
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12"
  • Number Of Frets: 19
  • Frets: Legend Wire
  • Nut Material: Bone
  • Nut Width: 1.725"
  • Inlays: Mother-of-pearl Dots
  • Joint: Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body

Hardware

  • Tuner Plating: Nickel
  • Bridge: Rectangle, open slot
  • Saddle Material: Bone
  • Tuning Machines: Strap open back, cream button
  • Pickguard: Tear Drop
  • Truss Rod Cover: Black
  • Bridge Pins: Bone

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Acoustic Guitars

Acoustic guitars produce their sound naturally through the vibration of the strings and body, offering a direct and expressive playing experience. They come in a wide range of styles, including steel string and classical designs, each with its own feel and tonal character. Body shape, wood choice, and construction all influence warmth, projection, and balance, making acoustics suitable for everything from gentle fingerstyle to confident strumming. Whether used for songwriting, practice, or performance, acoustic guitars provide a simple, honest connection between the player and the music.

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Sunburst

Sunburst refers to a classic guitar finish that fades from a darker edge to a lighter centre, showcasing the natural beauty of the wood beneath. It’s one of the most recognisable and timeless looks in guitar design, adding depth, warmth, and vintage character to any instrument. Available in styles like two-tone, three-tone, and cherry sunburst, each variation brings its own personality and flair. Whether on an acoustic or electric guitar, a sunburst finish captures that perfect blend of tradition and style, making every instrument look as good as it sounds.

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