Epiphone J-45 Studio EC Vintage Sunburst

Essential Information About the Epiphone J-45 Studio EC Guitar

• J-45 "slope-shoulder" body with cutaway: immediate comfort and easy access to high notes for solo playing.


• Solid spruce top: dynamic response, tonal balance, and sound openness over time.


• Complete Fishman electronics: Fishman S-Core under-saddle pickup and Presys II preamp with built-in tuner for stage and recording.


• Vintage spirit, modern use: aesthetics inspired by classic models with glossy "Natural" or "Vintage Sunburst" finishes.

An Accessible J-45 Inspired by the "Workhorse" Icon

Part of the Epiphone Studio Acoustic collection, the J-45 Studio EC follows the design of the legendary Gibson J-45, famous for its versatility. Epiphone offers here a more affordable interpretation, designed to provide a true "workhorse" guitar feel: an acoustic capable of accompanying with a pick, responding to fingerstyle playing, and easily switching to amplified mode thanks to integrated electronics.

For Whom and Which Styles?

With its rounded "C" neck profile and short scale length, the Epiphone J-45 Studio EC suits both beginners seeking a reassuring grip and intermediate and advanced guitarists looking for an effective electro-acoustic for everyday use. It naturally fits pop, folk, acoustic rock, country, and songwriting, with a very appreciated cutaway as soon as you explore the higher registers.

Sound

The solid spruce top provides attack, definition, and balance, with a nice dynamic range when playing with a pick. The laminated mahogany back and sides enhance the warm and rounded character while maintaining good clarity in the midrange, ideal for vocals. Plugged in, the guitar relies on the Fishman S-Core (under-saddle pickup) and the Fishman Presys II preamp: a practical duo to quickly adjust volume and EQ (bass, treble), manage phase in feedback situations, and tune directly via the built-in tuner.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To power the preamp, plan for a 9-volt battery (not included). A standard gig bag is provided for daily transport and protection.

Technical specifications

Type	electro-acoustic	Number of frets	20 (standard)
Shape	J-45	Nut material	white plastic
Cutaway	yes	Inlays	pearloid dots
Material	laminated mahogany	Bridge	belly-up rosewood
Top	solid spruce	Tailpiece	N/A
Center strip	maple	Bridge pins	ivory color
Binding	4-ply ivory and black on top, 1-ply ivory on back	Tuners	three-in-line with ivory buttons
Neck	mahogany	Pickguard	dark tortoiseshell epoxy drop
Joint	glued and tapered dovetail	Hardware finish	nickel
Profile	rounded "C"	Under-saddle pickup	Fishman S-Core
Nut width	43 mm / 1.69"	Preamp	Fishman Presys II
Fingerboard	rosewood	Controls	volume, bass, treble, phase, tuner
Scale length	24.75" / 628.65 mm	Power supply	9-volt battery (not included)