Gibson Acoustic J-45 50s Faded Faded Sunburst Original

Essential Information About the Gibson J-45 50s Faded Sunburst Oc Guitar

• A Gibson Icon Since 1942: the round-shouldered dreadnought nicknamed "The Workhorse," renowned for its versatility.


• Rich and Balanced Tone: warm mids, tight bass, and generous projection for both accompaniment and fingerpicking.


• Vintage Look, "Wood" Feel: aged satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish, pleasant and resonant.


• Stage-Ready: LR Baggs VTC system with discreet controls in the soundhole, plus hard case included.

A J-45 in the Spirit of the 1950s, at the Heart of Gibson's Heritage

Introduced in 1942, the J-45 established itself as Gibson's benchmark for round-shouldered acoustics, embraced by both singer-songwriters and demanding accompanists. This 50s Faded version emphasizes a worn aesthetic and a more "organic" feel thanks to its satin finish, while preserving the J-45's DNA: a balanced response, present bass, and dynamics that faithfully follow the player's touch.

Who Is It For, and What Styles?

The Gibson J-45 50s Faded Sunburst Oc is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a characterful acoustic, equally comfortable with strumming and fingerpicking. Its J-45 body shape (round-shouldered dreadnought) excels in folk, country, acoustic rock, chanson, pop, and vocal accompaniment. Thanks to the LR Baggs electronics, it is also suitable for stage musicians and studio sessions who want a usable signal without compromising the instrument's personality.

Sound

The combination of a Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides is a classic for a reason: Sitka provides projection, attack, and clear definition, while mahogany reinforces full mids and a pleasant natural compression, ideal for dynamic playing. The J-45 format favors a balanced response with rounded but controlled bass, and a midrange register that helps the guitar "find its place" in a mix. Plugged in, the LR Baggs VTC (under-saddle pickup) aims for a clear and musical output, with volume and tone controls accessible without weighing down the aesthetics.

Technical specifications

Shape	J-45	Scale length	24.75" / 628.65 mm
Material	mahogany	Number of frets	20
Back and sides	mahogany	Nut	bone
Top	Sitka spruce	Inlays	mother-of-pearl dots
Binding	multi-ply on top, single-ply on back	Bridge	Traditional Belly Up rosewood
Neck	mahogany	Tuners	Gotoh with white buttons
Neck profile	round	Under-saddle pickup	LR Baggs VTC
Nut width	1.725" / 43.815 mm	Controls	volume and tone mounted in the soundhole
Fretboard	rosewood	Case	hard case included