Gibson J-45 Herringbone 2018, Antique Natural

Full Description

Solid Walnut Construction

The Gibson J-45 Herringbone's body is constructed entirely from walnut, providing the player with a unique, distinct and punchy sound. Additionally, its solid walnut build also produces an idyllic amount of bass while maintaining a balanced, articulate sound. The overall tone produced is truly unique and simply cannot be replicated by any other tonewood, perfect for the player craving a unique tone combined with a versatile response. Furthermore, the J-45 is also perfectly suited to a wide range of genres and techniques, from meaty chord sequences to flat picking and a variety of picking techniques.

Mahogany Neck & Walnut Fingerboard

Constructed from mahogany, the J-45's neck offers a quick and dynamic response with added warmth and resonance to the guitar's tone. In addition, the neck also features a slim taper for those craving a smooth, slick and fast playing experience. Furthermore, the neck is topped with a walnut fingerboard that adds a unique earthy tone to the guitar's overall tone while providing a smooth platform for the left hand. Lastly, the fingerboard is sprinkled with mother of pearl dot inlays for added elegance to its eye-catching look.

Round Shoulder Dreadnought

The J-45 Herringbone 2018 features a round shoulder dreadnought body shape that was originally nicknamed the 'Work Horse' back in 1942. Additionally, the J-45 offers superb volume and projection while maintaining overall tonal balance. This visually-stunning J-45 is also world renowned for its full, yet balanced expression, as well as its warm bass and excellent projection, perfect for numerous genres and techniques. The sheer volume the J-45 can project makes it ideal for the singer/songwriter, as vocalists can really push their diaphragm to the max without feeling too loud against the guitar's volume, as it will sing as loud as you do. Furthermore, the round shoulder body delivers an impeccable dynamic range, warm mids, and tight punchy bass. Lastly, its round shoulders not only offer an elegant aesthetic but provide the J-45 with a mellow mid-range focus for players of all styles and techniques.

LR Baggs VTC

The Gibson J-45 Herringbone 2018 comes equipped with the popular VTC pickup from LR Baggs, which features a low-profile undersaddle pickup that's proven more stable and durable than many standard ribbon-type pickups. Additionally, the VTC features rotary controls for both volume and tone, and is able to capture the magic of the J-45's natural acoustic voice, projecting it purely and perfectly. Furthermore, this responsive pickup for LR Baggs also projects the rich sonic character that you'd expect from a mic'd up performance in a studio environment. Lastly, with an unobtrusive and removable control mounted just within the soundhole, a dynamic, responsive pickup, and easy-to-use controls, the VTC and the J-45 Herringbone together provide the idyllic setup for the professional musician.

Traditional Hand Scalloped X-Bracing

As with many of Gibson's acoustic range, the J-45 features traditional hand scalloped X-bracing. This specific type of bracing structure consists of two braces forming an 'X' shape across the soundboard which not only enhances the sound and offers a well-balanced tone, but also provides a reinforced stable and durable structure.

Features

• New for 2018
• All-solid walnut construction projects a distinct and incredibly balanced sound
• Round shoulder dreadnought accommodates numerous genres with ease
• Traditional hand scalloped X-bracing for superb volume and projection
• Grover rotomatic machineheads for precise, stable and east tuning
• Perfect for professional performance due to versatile and responsive LR Baggs electronics
• Antique natural finish, tortoiseshell pickguard and classic Gibson headstock provides authentic yet stylish appearance
• Includes Gibson hardshell case

Specifications

Body & Bridge

• Series: Limited Edition
• Top Material: Solid Walnut
• Body Material: Solid Walnut
• Body Type: Round Shoulder Dreadnought
• Bracing: Traditional Hand Scalloped X-Bracing
• Bridge Type: Traditional Belly Up
• Bridge Material: Walnut
• Binding: Multi-Ply Top w/ Herringbone, Single-Ply Back
• Colour: Antique Natural
• Finish: Nitrocellulose

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Slim Taper
• Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail
• Fingerboard Material: Walnut
• Fingerboard Inlay: Mother of Pearl Dots
• Number of Frets: 20
• Nut: Black
• Scale Length: 24.75''

Hardware & Electronics

• Hardware Colour: Nickel
• Tuners: Grover Rotomatic
• Pickup: LR Baggs VTC
• Controls: Volume/Tone