Gibson J-45 Special (Satin Honey Burst) inc Soft-Shell Case

Since its 1942 debut, the Gibson J-45 has anchored countless recordings and earned the enduring nickname "The Workhorse"–a testament to its straightforward design, warm character, and universal appeal across genres. Hand–built in Bozeman, Montana by Gibson's acoustic luthiers, the J-45 Special delivers the quality and playability of a USA–made Gibson acoustic at a genuinely accessible price point, without compromise on materials or construction method.

The J-45 Special employs a solid Sitka spruce top with traditional scalloped X–bracing paired to genuine solid mahogany back and sides, yielding a balanced, dynamic tone suited to fingerstyle and flatpicking alike. Its concert–depth body measures noticeably thinner than the J-45 Standard, resulting in tighter bass response that cuts through in a mix while remaining comfortable to hold. The utile neck carries a fast–playing SlimTaper® profile and connects via compound dovetail joint secured with hide glue. The rosewood fretboard spans 628.65 mm across 20 frets, topped with a 43.815 mm nut and simple mother–of–pearl inlays. An L.R. Baggs Element Bronze under–saddle pickup with soundhole–mounted volume control ships pre–installed, enabling plug–and–play amplification for live or studio work.

The satin nitrocellulose finish in Satin Honey Burst resists the showiness of gloss lacquer whilst maintaining Gibson's traditional aesthetic. TUSQ® components on the saddle, nut, and bridge pins ensure stable intonation, whilst Grover® Rotomatic® tuners provide reliable holding power. A premium soft–shell case rounds out the package, protecting your investment during transport.

Features

• Solid Sitka spruce top with scalloped X–bracing; solid mahogany back and sides
• Utile neck with SlimTaper® profile; rosewood fingerboard, 12" radius
• 628.65 mm scale length, 20 frets, 43.815 mm nut width
• L.R. Baggs Element Bronze under–saddle piezo pickup, active electronics
• Soundhole–mounted volume control, pre–installed and ready to amplify
• TUSQ® saddle, nut, and bridge pins for stable intonation
• Nickel Grover® Rotomatic® tuners for tuning stability
• Premium soft–shell case included