Without question, the Gibson Custom J-45 is one of the most beloved acoustic guitars in the history of modern music, and the icon of Gibson’s round-shoulder dreadnought acoustic line since its introduction in 1942. This J-45 Custom Flamed Maple LTD is a celebration of the original and one of only 40 limited editions made of its kind in 2006. It is a fantastic choice for songwriters, stage performers and at home players alike. Combining vintage appointments with several modern features, athe J-45 Custom delivers the renowned tone of classic J-45s. This limited edition Gibson features hand-scalloped, radiused top bracing inside the body, a feature found only in limited-run, hand-made guitars. By scalloping each brace by hand, the natural sound of the acoustic is focused more toward the center of the body, enhancing the instrument’s sound projection.
This Gibson J-45 short scale slope shoulder is built with natural Flamed Maple back and sides, Sitka Spruce top, Creme body bindings, Mahogany neck, Ebony fretboard and iconic reverse belly bridge, Gotoh Gold tuners, 1 3/4″ bone nut width and LR Baggs Element pickup system with soundhole volume control and more.
This Very Good + condition 2006 J-45 Custom one of 40 is void of dings and hasvery little fret wear as well, although there is a fair amount of finish checking around the body, which is hard to see unless at the right angle. Most of the checking on the top is on the upper bout, bass and treble sides (see angled pictures), and a touch on the lower bout, and the back is mostly on the upper bout with some around the sides as well. The Maple hides it pretty well, and overall it’s hard to see unless you have the right angle in the right light. Very common with Gibson’s nitro finish formula and poses no structural issue by any means.
Includes original hardshell case.
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