Gibson’s BEST Acoustic? J-45 Standard
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Gibson J-45 Standard Acoustic FULL DEMO and REVIEW
John reviews specs and plays the quintessential Gibson J-45 Standard, the most famous “Work Horse” acoustic guitar. Includes on the bench specs, playing demos, and a full performance. Stay tuned for the honest reactions and final score.
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The World-Famous Workhorse
The J-45 is Gibson’s best-selling acoustic of all time. Nicknamed “The Workhorse” and first introduced in 1942, this iconic acoustic has become the cornerstone of its round-shoulder, dreadnought line. World renowned for its full, balanced expression, warm bass and excellent projection, the J-45 has been refined to carry this legacy to new heights. The Gibson J-45 Standard delivers a sound with incredible dynamic range, warm mids, and a tight punchy bass.
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Originally posted by UC9IULQ7EHJoserChf09I_4w at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUyBH_DVWVY
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Thank you for calling out the branding vs. the measured specs on the next profile. I've been going back and forth on getting the Standard vs. the 50s and a used Banner and I think you just sold me on the bog standard, well, "Standard"
Best guitar ever made!
High strings sound kinda tinney with the onboard LL Baggs system – are there any adjustment on it to cut back the treble?
If u get a good one you have the best … if
Thanks for the demo! How about adding a small membrane mic to the C414?
The guitar sounds very relaxed, prefer this to Taylor's cutting highs sometimes.
Not to mention the shorter scale length that makes it a nice feel.
Excellent playing !
The Gibson SJ-200ec is my DREAM acoustic
Muphy lab Banner is the best
Would you all really let such a razor sharp measuring tape touch a brand new guitar? My hair raises seeing that. Brrrrr.
I have a beautiful Taylor built to order for the 2012 Taylor Road show that I bought in 2014. At the time it was a toss up between a J45 that I couldn't put down because it just felt right but it had a certain ring to it that I thought might annoy me in the long run so I bought the Taylor. Now I'm ready to buy a new guitar and I've been trying J45s a Martin D18, D28 and I will try a D35 but I'm thinking I will be coming home with a J45! Thanks for posting.
I currently am ????selling my Taylor 414 Sinker Redwood. As soon as I can sell her, my plan is to purchase a Gibson J-45.
It's nice to see a guitar reviewed by someone who actually knows how to play instead of someone
who only knows how to bash the hell out of it.
Never buy a sloped shoulder. Makes you look like a poor cowboy with the strap around the headstock… ????
Great demo…interesting that you showed a neck spec of .89…i think you got a fat one as most slim tapers are low-to-mid 80s.
John, why is there no option for J-45 purchase with no electronic’s. Kind of odd. I’ve done many gigs with out any electronics. If you do offer that, please explain and offer cost too. Thank you
Now I've got the wants.
How do you use the vtc system re tone adjustment?
needs oil on the bridge and board!….very cool guitar!
I’ve had my J45 for a little over two years. Gotta say, it sounded amazing when I bought it new, but the sound has only improved since then, it just blooms. That being said they put a bone saddle on mine for some reason which is supposed to be on their ‘50s original model, perhaps a mismatch or that was what they had to work with at the time? So I swapped it for the TUSQ saddle like it’s supposed to have, and it added another 20% to the sound at least!
I own a Gibson J45 standard just like that one! I would like to find an excellent USB microphone to record it with!
I don't like the sound of that L.R. Baggs
It looks like the J-45 no longer has the big thick "crystal" pickguard. That is a good thing. My 2016 J-45 had the thick one until I peeled it off earlier this week. The thick pickguard is actually made from two fairly soft plastic pieces that are bonded together; a clear piece on top bonded to a tortoise looking piece. Mine had curled at the corners and the plastic pieces were de-laminating. There is some trivia for you. Great guitar picking in the video by the way.
Yesterday I played a J-45 for the first time ever. Quite possibly the best acoustic I've ever played… & I've played many. Right now my #1 is a Taylor 816ce. I can't stop thinking about the sound and feel of the J-45 though!! Any suggestions on the best pickup system for this beauty? ????????????
I’m considering picking one of these up in the future. I currently have a d28 and a Taylor and this would certainly be a nice adfition
I bought a new 2020 j-45. A wonderful guitar. Gibson could have put a better pickup in it. The lr baggs vtc piezo pickup is clackey sounding. If you like clack this is for you. Acoustically it's great. I just don't like paying a premium price to get clack.
The j45 standard is THE best guitar out there. This one sounds brand new, but give it a couple months and it’ll be so sweet and open and perfect.. you don’t need to spend 9k to get the best guitar, just get a j45
Just bought one..I love it????
Great playing!
whoa…GREAT demo…I have a 60's J-45 ebony…been looking for a sunburst..of course I don't need it..but thx for the demo.
Like he said in Enter The Dragon “ Been practicing huh?”
Nice work man ????
I’ve got a 1992 think it is. But gawd I want a Dove. And a Hummingbird
Wow! Love your playing! You’ve got all the moves, man. ❤ it. Just picked up a new J45 after plaung it for the first time! It is perfection
Amazing playing!!!
I chose Martin D28 over the J45 after comparing. I sure wouldn’t mind getting a J45 to add to my collection. A great guitar. Was also considering a D18.
For me, the J45 is the best guitar in the world. I have one.
Always!!
Got one, love it!
came for the guitar, stayed for the music, great stuff bro, you make this guitar sound great.
I've always love Gibson acoustic guitars. I own a 1959 J-200 in fact. However these J-45s are too pricy, especially when you consider there are better acoustic guitars on the market for much less money. I realize the J-45 is a classic and it deserves its place in the pantheon of classic acoustic guitars. By comparison one can acquire a Zager Zad-900 sunburst, similar to the new J-45s, for about $1,200.00 less. Despite some of the claims that Zager guitars are made in some third world country (a myth) they are quality guitars and absolutely gorgeous. The Gibson company has overpriced many of their quality guitars and consequently players are seeking quality elesewhere for less money.
I have a 2001 J45. It was my main gig guitar for years. I love that thing, still my favorite acoustic guitar. I agree with you, it is about as close to perfection as you can get.
That thing does sound and look beautiful.
Nice one, John and Zach.
want
How does a epiphome j45 compare
Hey Guys been a while just not enough time sometimes.!
I truly will come out of the woodwork for the GUITAR J-45!! U said the specks, but I Grew up with my father having a J-45, as a young man it's a handful but as I grew so did I to the J-45 ONLY 70's sold it was old my sister still has her but I still dream of having my own 45 some day but at 56 Those days are slower to come, but I play my Ovation Glenn Camble Sig 66 bound Gold Grover's Custom Hardshell Case and Beautiful Neck ???? Greatfull to have her but if you have the money & don't want to be a Martin Player & looking 4 something More then U should give J-45 a chance if I had the $ much preferred J-45 over D-28 Just me, I like Martin my Dad had had a bunch & they R Fine Guitars but A J-45! Just try One,TY John & Zack ????????????
I just got the Gibson j45 50s faded and it’s amazing
I could tell you were enjoying the heck out of playing that !!!!!