Gibson Modern J-45 Special - satin ebony

The timeless Dreadnought Slope Shoulder J-45 - aka The Workhorse - has been an enduring favorite of legendary musicians since its release in 1942.
A must-have electro-acoustic folk guitar, the GIBSON J45 Special (MCRS45SPCEB) is its direct heir, with identical all-solid-wood construction (Sitka spruce top, mahogany back and sides, Utile neck, rosewood fingerboard), distinguished from its predecessor by its reduced body depth, which Gibson has dubbed "Concert Body Depth". Slightly more compact, with optimized ergonomics, it remains acoustically very well balanced, with a homogeneous frequency balance (dynamic bass, generous midrange, musical treble).
A LR Baggs Element Bronze preamp will facilitate its amplification in concert or studio (volume/tonality controls in the soundhole). Sipo mahogany (aka "Sipo" or "Utile") is a species from African forests, genetically related to Sapele. It is generally considered by the music industry to be one of the most promising alternatives to genuine mahogany (especially for guitar necks).MaintenanceNitrocellulose varnish, as on vintage Gibson guitars, plays a major role in the instrument's "breathing" thanks to its porous nature (vibrations are not muffled by the varnish). To avoid damaging your guitar, we recommend Hercules stands, whose foams are based on a specific non-abrasive formula.