Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1942 Banner J-45 ‘Light Aged Vintage Sunburst’ Acoustic Guitar

Discover the timeless legend of the Gibson J-45 through the Murphy Lab 1942 Banner J-45 ‘Light Aged Vintage Sunburst’ Acoustic Guitar. This masterpiece faithfully replicates the beloved and celebrated J-45 model that has become synonymous with Gibson’s legacy of craftsmanship. Meticulously crafted by skilled luthiers in Montana, the 1942 Banner J-45 features a thermally aged Adirondack red spruce top, hand-sprayed with a historic-style burst, and hot hide glue top bracing for superior tonal response. The Light Aged finish treatment simulates decades of gentle playwear, imbuing the guitar with the character, vibe, and feel of an original from Gibson’s Golden Era.

With its mahogany back and sides and round-shoulder jumbo shape, the J-45 delivers a punchy, direct sound with remarkable headroom. The period-accurate mahogany neck in a comfortable “Historic” shape, coupled with the rosewood fingerboard, ensures smooth, effortless playability. This guitar is designed to resonate with rich tones and has become a favorite among players of folk, country, and bluegrass genres. The J-45 has inspired generations of songwriters and performers, and the 1942 Banner J-45 Murphy Lab carries on this legacy, offering modern players the chance to experience the magic of this iconic instrument.

Features:

• Thermally Aged Adirondack Red Spruce Top: Enhances tonal complexity, durability, and vintage sound.

• Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish: Provides an authentic, vintage-inspired aesthetic.

• Round-Shoulder Jumbo Body Shape: Offers comfort and full-bodied sound, perfect for fingerpicking or flatpicking.

• Rosewood Fingerboard & Bone Nut and Saddle: Contribute to smooth playability and rich resonance.

• Light Aged Hardware: Simulates decades of gentle playwear for an authentic feel.

Specs

• Type: Hollow Body; Acoustic

• Colour: Vintage Sunburst Light Aged

• Orientation: Right Handed

• Number of Strings: 6

• Body Shape: J-45 (Round Shoulder)

• Body Material: Thermally Aged Red Spruce Top with Mahogany Back and Sides

• Body Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer

• Neck Shape: Historic

• Fretboard Material: Rosewood

• Number of Frets: 19

• Fretboard Inlays: Mother of Pearl Dot

• Fret Size: Legend Wire

• Fretboard Radius: 12″ (304.8mm)

• Nut Material: Bone

• Nut Width: 1.724″ (43.81mm)

• Pickguard: Tear Drop Tortoise, Aged

• Bridge: Rosewood; Rectangle, Open Slot Bridge with Bone Saddle

• Tuners: Strap Style, Open Back, Cream Buttons, Aged

• Strings: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053

• Case: Period Correct Hardshell Case

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