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Gibson J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged

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Solid round-shoulder dreadnought acoustic guitar with Adirondack-spruce top, mahogany body and case.  All product info

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Gibson 1942 Banner J-45 VS

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  • Manufacturer: Gibson
  • Design: Round Shoulder
  • Cutaway: No
  • Top: Adirondack Spruce
  • Solid Top: Yes
  • ...
€ 4,869.00

Gibson 1936 Advanced Jumbo VS

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  • Manufacturer: Gibson
  • Design: Round Shoulder
  • Cutaway: No
  • Top: Adirondack Spruce
  • Solid Top: Yes
  • ...
€ 4,980.00

Gibson 1942 Banner Southern Jumbo VS

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  • Manufacturer: Gibson
  • Design: Round Shoulder
  • Cutaway: No
  • Top: Adirondack Spruce
  • Solid Top: Yes
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  • Manufacturer: Gibson
  • Series: Authentic
  • Design: LG-2
  • Cutaway: No
  • Top: Adirondack Spruce
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€ 4,090.00

Gibson 1942 Banner Southern Jumbo Light Aged

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  • Manufacturer: Gibson
  • Design: Round Shoulder
  • Cutaway: No
  • Top: Adirondack Spruce
  • Solid Top: Yes
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€ 7,625.00
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Gibson J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged

Solid round-shoulder acoustic guitar with Adirondack-spruce top, mahogany body and case

  • Round-shoulder dreadnought guitar made in the USA
  • Solid, with Adirondack spruce top and mahogany body
  • X-bracing
  • Mahogany neck with rounded profile
  • Rosewood fingerboard with 19 frets and MOP dot inlays
  • 43.8 mm nut width and shortened 628.6 mm scale length
  • Nickel-plated Open back tuners
  • Rosewood bridge with bone inlay
  • Light aged vintage sunburst finish from the Murphy Lab in glossy nitrocellulose lacquer
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Multi-ply binding and single-ring rosette
  • Case included
Gibson J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged case
The Gibson J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged comes in a shockproof case.

Gibson J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged at a glance

The Gibson J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged offers vintage lovers and acoustic enthusiasts a traditional GibsonAcoustic guitar:
The acoustic guitar is an acoustic guitar with steel strings. It is often used for folk
acoustic guitar
with excellent sound reproduction, comfortable playability and a stunning look. This iconic model, which was introduced in 1942, features exquisite solid tonewoodsTonewood:
Tonewood is the wood from which the body of a guitar is made. It influences the sound and resonance of the instrument. Popular tonewoods are mahogany or maple
in proven Gibson quality as well as the ergonomic round-shoulder design and a shortened scale lengthScale length:
The scale length refers to the length of the vibrating string of a guitar. It determines the distance between the nut and the bridge and influences the sound and playability of the instrument.
. The result is an absolute premium instrument that combines everything a guitarist's heart desires. The guitar is rounded off with a Period Correct CaseGuitar case:
Case
, a Gibson Accessory Kit and a Certificate or Authenticity included in the scope of delivery.

Gibson J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged acoustic guitar front
The Gibson J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged evokes nostalgia and delivers a stunning vintage sound.
Gibson J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged body
Adirondack spruce and mahogany produce a high-quality sound for live performances and recordings.

The tonewoods: Adirondack spruce and mahogany

Due to its unique sound, this model is a favorite of many guitarists. The solid topTop:
The top is the upper part of the guitar body
made of Adirondack spruce
produces a clear, powerful sound with strong projection, which makes this light yet extremely rigid type of wood a popular choice for top woods for good reason. Also popular in guitar making and used in numerous high-end models, mahogany also delivers a strong acoustic sound. With backFloor:
The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument.
and sidesFrame:
The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar.
made of solid mahogany
, the acoustic guitar produces a mid-range, complex sound with warm nuances, which gives the overall sound a high level of balance. The necessary assertiveness results from the innovative Scalloped-X-BracingCeiling bracing:
Bracing
, which favors the vibration behavior of the top, and the voluminous resonance body of the expansive round-shoulder dreadnought.

J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged neck
Mahogany is a popular choice for guitar necks.

Playability: mahogany neck and shortened scale length

The mahogany neck offers the J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged a high degree of stability and, with its ergonomic rounded profileNeck profile:
The neck profile refers to the shape of the guitar neck. It can be flat
, sits perfectly in the hand. The smooth rosewood fingerboardFretboard:
The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches.
not only allows the fretting hand to glide effortlessly over the entire surface, but also has the ability to produce clear, defined tones due to its hardness. In addition, Gibson is known for its meticulous fretwork, making the Dreadnought guitar easy to play in all 19 fretsFret:
Jumbo frets
, while the shortened 628.6 mm scale length reduces the effort required when fingering. In combination with the slim 43.8 mm wide nutNut:
The nut is a small piece of hard material that sits at the top of the guitar neck. It has notches into which the strings are inserted to ensure the correct spacing and height.
, the model is the ideal choice for powerful strummingStrumming:
Strumming is a guitar playing technique in which you strike the strings with your fingers or a pick at regular intervals to create a rhythm. Different strumming techniques and patterns create the typical sound of the rhythm guitar.
and virtuoso fingerpickingFingerpicking:
plucking technique
. Furthermore, the contours of the round-shoulder dreadnought are designed for a comfortable posture and fit the player perfectly.

J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged top
The guitar was treated with Light Aged by qualified employees of Murphy Labs.

Classic vintage look

The design of the J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged is highly remarkable and the ideal compromise between vintage details and modern manufacturing techniques. The exciting sunburst color gradient with a light-agedFinish:
The term "finish" refers to the outer coating or surface treatment of a guitar. It can be different types of varnish, stain or oil that are applied to the wood to protect it and give it an attractive appearance.
finish
from the Murphy Lab is particularly artful here, giving the instrument the appearance of a well-played acoustic guitar and making it an absolute character model with subtle signs of use and aging effects. The traditional tortoisePickguard:
The pickguard is a plate made of plastic or wood that is attached to the front of a guitar. It protects the wood from scratches and serves as a base for striking the strings with a pick.
pickguard
not only protects the top, but is an additional character feature. Another outstanding design element of the series is the iconic banner logo on the headstockHeadstock:
The headstock is the upper part of a guitar to which the pegs for tuning the strings are attached. It can have different shapes and the guitar logo or the manufacturer's name can often be found on the headstock.
with the words "Only a Gibson is good enough", which has become a classic Gibson symbol. The design is a perfect example of the combination of history and craftsmanship and the perfect blend of classic Style and modern guitar making.

J-45 1942 Banner Vintage Sunburst Light Aged certificate
A certificate of authenticity is also included.

Features:

  • Manufacturer: Gibson
  • Design: Round Shoulder
  • Cutaway: No
  • Top: Adirondack Spruce
  • Solid Top: Yes
  • Finish Top: Nitrocellulose
  • Bracing: Scalloped X
  • Back & Sides: Mahogany
  • Solid back & sides: Yes
  • Finish Back & Sides: Nitrocellulose
  • Binding: Multi-Ply
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Neck Profile: Rounded
  • Fretboard: Rosewood
  • Inlays: MOP Dots
  • Number of Frets: 19
  • Nut type: Bone
  • Nut width in mm: 43.8
  • Scale in mm: 628.6
  • Bridge: Rosewood
  • Bridge Inlay: Bone
  • Tuners: Open Back
  • Hardware: Nickel
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Tuner: No
  • Rosette: Single Ring
  • Pickguard: Tortoise
  • Bridge Pins: Bone
  • Colour: Vintage Sunburst
  • Country of Origin: USA
  • Case included: Yes
  • Gigbag included: No
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