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Gibson J-45 Standard 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst - Image 1
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  • Gibson J-45 Standard 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst
  • Gibson J-45 Standard 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst
  • Gibson J-45 Standard 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst
  • Gibson J-45 Standard 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst
  • Gibson J-45 Standard 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst
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Gibson J-45 Standard 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst

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This is a New Gibson J-45 Standard 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar with Baggs HiFi DNA in Vintage Sunburst from Gibson, now available in the Guitar category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

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The Gibson J-45 Standard 12-String Electro Acoustic takes the legendary Workhorse formula and expands it into a rich, shimmering 12-string experience. With its solid Sitka spruce and mahogany construction, comfortable round-shoulder dreadnought body and Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system, it delivers inspiring tone whether you are writing, recording or performing on stage. Retaining the familiar feel and silhouette of the classic J-45, this 12-string model adds depth, sparkle and a natural chorus effect that brings chords and melodic lines to life. A gloss nitrocellulose finish, tasteful binding and tortoiseshell teardrop pickguard complete the timeless look, while modern playability and premium electronics ensure it is ready for any professional setting. Iconic J-45 Workhorse Heritage First introduced in 1942, the J-45 quickly became known as The Workhorse and has remained Gibson’s best-selling acoustic ever since. This 12-string Standard builds directly on that legacy, using the same round-shoulder dreadnought body shape and time-tested tonewood recipe. You get the familiar punch, warmth and projection of a classic J-45, now enhanced with the expansive, chiming character that only a 12-string can provide. Solid Sitka Spruce and Mahogany Tonewoods A solid Sitka spruce top is paired with solid mahogany back and sides to deliver a balanced, resonant voice with excellent clarity and dynamic range. Traditional scalloped X-bracing helps the top move more freely, adding volume and sustain while emphasising the natural shimmer of the 12-string layout. The result is a sound that is rich yet articulate, perfect for open-position textures, intricate fingerpicking and full strummed accompaniment. Comfortable SlimTaper Neck and 12-String Spacing The mahogany neck features Gibson’s SlimTaper profile, offering a comfortable, fast-playing feel that makes extended sessions more enjoyable, even with twelve strings under your fingers. A wider 1.875 inch bone nut provides appropriate string spacing, giving each course room to ring clearly without feeling cramped. The rosewood fingerboard with a 12 inch radius and 20 frets ensures smooth playability across the entire neck. Baggs HiFi DNA Pickup System The J-45 Standard 12-String comes equipped with the Gibson-exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA pickup system, designed to capture the guitar’s natural acoustic character with impressive accuracy. Two lightweight sensors mounted to the internal bridge plate feed optimised preamps, delivering a full, organic amplified sound that preserves the instrument’s unplugged voice. Soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls allow discreet, on-the-fly adjustments, while the system offers gain-before-feedback performance comparable to an under-saddle pickup. Key Features Legendary J-45 Round-Shoulder Dreadnought – The classic J-45 body shape provides a familiar feel with strong projection and a balanced tonal response, making this 12-string equally suited to solo performance, band work and studio recording. Solid Sitka Spruce and Mahogany Construction – A solid Sitka spruce top combined with solid mahogany back and sides delivers warmth, clarity and natural compression, enhancing the depth and sparkle that define a great 12-string acoustic. Comfortable SlimTaper Neck with Wider Nut – The SlimTaper mahogany neck and 1.875 inch bone nut offer a fast, comfortable playing experience with ample string spacing, helping complex chords and arpeggios ring cleanly across all twelve strings. Gibson-Exclusive Baggs HiFi DNA Electronics – The Baggs HiFi DNA system provides a full, natural amplified tone using bridge-plate sensors and dedicated preamps, with discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls for easy adjustment during performance. SpecificationsBody Body Shape: J-45 Top Material: Sitka spruce Back Material: Mahogany Sides Material: Mahogany Body Binding: Multi-ply top, single-ply back Body Finish: Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer Neck Neck Material: Mah…

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Gibson

Gibson has long stood as a symbol of American craftsmanship and musical heritage, shaping the sound of rock, blues, and jazz for over a century. Founded in Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1902, Gibson became legendary with instruments like the Les Paul, SG, and ES series, each known for their rich sustain, premium tonewoods, and iconic designs. The brand’s pioneering use of humbucker pickups and carved maple tops created the warm, powerful sound that defines countless classic recordings. Played by greats such as Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, and Angus Young, Gibson guitars continue to represent timeless quality, innovation, and a deep connection between player and instrument.

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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.

Electro-Acoustic Guitars

Electro-acoustic guitars combine the natural sound and feel of an acoustic guitar with built-in electronics for amplification. Fitted with pickups and preamp controls, they allow you to plug directly into an amp, PA system, or recording setup while retaining an acoustic character. They’re ideal for live performance, rehearsal, and home recording, offering volume control and tonal adjustment without relying solely on microphones. Electro-acoustic guitars suit players who want the warmth and responsiveness of an acoustic instrument with the flexibility to play amplified when needed.

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Explore electric, acoustic and bass guitars across a wide range of playing styles, body shapes and specifications. The most useful differences include scale length, construction, pickup type, neck profile, materials and whether the instrument is intended for amplified, acoustic or hybrid use. Use the narrower guitar categories and feature tags to compare instruments with similar designs rather than relying on appearance alone.

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12 String

12-string guitars use six pairs of strings, with each pair tuned either in unison or an octave apart, creating a fuller and more harmonically rich sound than a standard six-string. This paired-string design produces a natural chorusing effect, giving the instrument a wide, shimmering character.

They are commonly used for rhythm playing, strummed parts, and open chords, where their bright, layered sound adds depth and presence. 12-string guitars are popular in folk, rock, and acoustic music, and are especially valued for creating expansive textures rather than detailed lead playing.

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Acoustic guitars produce their main sound through the vibrating strings and body. This tag includes steel-string, classical and electro-acoustic instruments across several body sizes. Construction, scale length, neck dimensions and an optional pickup system are useful points of comparison.

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