Gibson Acoustic J-45 Standard Acoustic Guitar - Cherry Reviews
A true icon in the world of acoustic instruments, the Gibson Acoustic J-45 quickly earned the title of "The Workhorse" shortly after it was introduced in 1942. This round-shoulder, dreadnought impressed musicians with its full and balanced expression, warm bass, and excellent projection — much of which came through subtle changes to the bracing of its forefather, the J-35. The J-45 Standard features a solid sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides for a mind-blowing blend of punchy treble, midrange heft, and low-end lushness — a truly unique sonic signature that countless performers have fallen in love with! And when you plug in, the active LR Baggs VTC pickup system delivers amazing pure acoustic tone. Whether you're strumming on the porch or onstage, the J-45 Standard is a stunning addition to your guitar collection.
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A “Red” Spruce top!!!
I'll never ever get tired of telling people this guitar has a "Red" spruce top! That is, a Sitka spruce top, that is red!! Bahahaha! In all seriousness, this guitar is allllll business when it comes down to the tone . They don't call the J-45 "the workhorse" because it sucks, but ohh quite the opposite my 6 string pickin' friends. This thing just rocks for whatever you throw at it. Whether banging out cowboy open chords, soft finger style licks, or country chicken pickin' Merle Haggard bends this guitar just delivers the goods so dang well. I love the cherry finish, and is perhaps the reason why I chose this one. The top is so bright and vibrant it's hard to capture its luster and figuring with a camera, as it does not do it justice under a lens. The guitar itself is near flawless except for a tiny little spec of something under the finish near the bottom edge. It's so small one might need a magnifying glass to see it, but it is there. This guitar also desperately needs a setup as the action is what I would describe as, very high, at an hair over .1". The "Gibson sound" as it is referred to, that this guitar embodies is the acoustic guitar sound we all hear in our heads, players and non players alike. It's perhaps the most recorded instrument in the history of modern popular music, and I see why that is. The harder you hit this guitar the more it growls back, and the headroom is very high as this guitar is difficult to overpower. The guitar is noticeably louder than my other acoustics. This is my second Gibson in 2 months the other one being a Les Paul slash standard, and they are both absolute banger guitars. Gibson Montana, and Nashville are absolutely knocking it out of the park, and making some of the best guitars today than they ever have. I love my new j-45 and hope it will continue to improve as it ages.
Gibson j45 cherry
Killer guitar!.. Had a professionally set up done and applied a tone-rite on it for a week. It is killer!!!!... Great lows... mids and highs...each note is separated and distinctivley defined. Well balanced guitar with great sustain!!! ..OHHHHH and I forgot to say it is stunningly beautiful! Nothing like a Gibson cherry stain...nothing like a good Gibson acoustic!!!!! "Only a Gibson is good enough"!
Thankgod for Nitrocellulose
First off shoutout to my sales rep Brad Dicarlo and Sweetwater. They helped get my j45 fixed up and playing better as it didn't seem right out of the factory. Second like I said at first I really didn't like the guitar but between Sweetwater helping out and some age on the wood it seems to be opening up just enough while still maintaining that gibson compression and darkness that other brands seem to never be able to achieve. Ive had martins, Taylors and guilds, on the acoustic side and fenders, Gibsons, and one prs on the electric side and ive got to say I will be returning to gibson on both fronts.. There's just something about guitars built the old fashioned way with proper dovetail joints and nitro finishes on both acoustic and electric. I feel like a lot of folks rag on gibson for not being consistent the way a PRS, Fender or a Martin may be consistent but the problem with consistency is It has NO magic. Every Gibson ive ever played has felt and sounded different but that also why I love them more than probably any other brand of anything period.
Gibson J45 Cherry
My guitar arrived quickly and in perfect condition. Plays beautiful. Excellent setup. Thanks to Sweetwater, smooth transaction
Hermoso instrumento
wonderful guitar. thanks to my sales engineer Ben Jimenez. for excellent service
Absolutely killer guitar
I've only had my J45 Standard for a week, and I'm in love already. My other acoustic is a Martin 000-18. The Gibson brings something completely different to the table. My Martin is more balanced across the frequency spectrum, and the Gibson is more raw and bold. Both amazing. The Gibson comes with a medium action setup, I'm going to get a setup to get the action lower, but the sound of this guitar is awe inspiring. Highly recommend!
This Gibson J-45 Cherry is an Excellent Guitar
This is the third Gibson acoustic in my collection. I own over 20 guitars. My opinion is that Gibson makes by far the best acoustic guitar you can buy. The tone and playability are amazing and the finish is beautiful. The pictures do not do this guitar justice. You have to see it to believe it. If you are considering a next level guitar, this is an excellent choice. Sweetwater always has outstanding customer service and delivery was very fast.
Gibson J-45 Cherry
Excellent and fast service via my Sales Engineer Jake Barker! I ordered the guitar on Thursday 7 Oct and it arrived in Florida on 9 Oct. I couldnt be more thrilled.......I've bought other guitars from Jake at Sweetwater and its always been a smooth process to include discussing types of music we play and different sounds from different guitar models. I'm extremely happy with my J-45 although I may change the strings as I'm not sure about the sound of what comes on the guitar. This was a Demo model, I've bought demo's in the past as well and they always arrive as described! Thanks again Jake!! You privided an outstanding service and extra fast delivery!! HAPPY 246TH BIRTHDAY US NAVY from a Retired Navy AO Chief!
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Kevin
Great guitar
Guitar is beautiful and has a very warm and rich sound. Playability is excellent and preparation and service by Sweetwater was great.
will not be buying another Gibson acoustic
Not sure if god just doesn't want me to have a j45 but this is my 3rd j45 and every one has problems. Really tried to make this one work however upon trying to adjust truss rod to make more playable as it came from factory unplayable without drop tuning and adding capo I found that the rod will not move either direction without extreme force. also purchased nut files to try and get the action at 1st fret down to a reasonable level and now it sounds like a tin can and the one pro of the guitar which was the sound is a non factor. will definitely be switching to Martin or Taylor acoustics. also just bought a 900 dollar guild that runs this thing under the table.
