Gibson J-45 Studio Rosewood Acoustic; Natural

A modern, rosewood-backed evolution of the iconic "Workhorse" round-shoulder acoustic.

Originally introduced in 1942, the J-45 earned its reputation as "The Workhorse" through a legacy of reliability and sonic versatility. As Gibson’s best-selling acoustic model, it remains a staple of recording studios and live stages globally. The J-45 Studio Rosewood continues this lineage, offering a contemporary update to the classic design while maintaining the understated elegance and functional simplicity that defined the original.

This model is handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana, utilising all-solid tonewoods and a full-depth, round-shoulder body for maximum projection. The foundation consists of a Sitka spruce top finished in gloss nitrocellulose lacquer, paired with rosewood back and sides featuring a satin nitrocellulose finish. The neck is constructed from utile with an Advanced Response profile, topped with a 20-fret rosewood fingerboard and mother-of-pearl dot inlays.

Premium Tonewoods and Construction

Solid Sitka Spruce Top: Provides a wide dynamic range and high playing responsiveness suitable for various techniques.
Rosewood Back and Sides: Delivers increased bass response and sparkling treble overtones compared to traditional mahogany variants.
Full-Depth Body: Maintains the classic round-shoulder dimensions to ensure deep resonance and high-volume projection.
Nitrocellulose Finish: Utilizes a gloss top and satin back/sides to allow the wood to breathe and age naturally over time.

Enhanced Playability and Hardware

Advanced Response Neck: Features a profile designed to balance thickness and speed, accommodating a wide variety of hand sizes.
16" Fingerboard Radius: Offers a flatter surface that facilitates efficient note runs and comfortable chording.
L.R. Baggs Element Bronze: An active under-saddle piezo system with soundhole-mounted volume control for transparent, studio-quality amplification.
Professional Tuning Stability: Equipped with Grover Rotomatic tuners and a Graph Tech TUSQ nut, saddle, and bridge pins for precise intonation.

The J-45 Studio Rosewood is designed for the working musician who requires a professional-grade instrument capable of transitioning seamlessly from the studio to the stage. By combining the legendary Bozeman-built construction with modern playability enhancements and high-fidelity electronics, this guitar serves as a durable, long-term tool for any genre. Each instrument ships with a modern hardshell case for secure transport and storage.

Select Your New Guitar In Person at Our Store!
Bonners Guitar Store, located on the South coast in Eastbourne, has a large dedicated showroom full of Electric, Acoustic and Bass Guitars. Whether you're looking for your first instrument, or something prestigious, our showroom is the perfect environment to touch, play, and select from an extensive range of guitars. When you visit Bonners Guitar Store, you'll be given the space and time to test several instruments in a comfortable, private environment, allowing you to ensure that you're making the right purchase decision.

We're located just off the A27 main road with plenty of on-site parking. If the train is more convenient for you, we're just a 2-minute walk from Hampden Park railway station (linked directly to London Victoria).

Trade-In Offer - Upgrade to a New Guitar Today
Do you own a guitar you are considering upgrading to a new instrument? Take advantage of the Bonners part-exchange scheme and save yourself the hassle of selling on the private market. We accept most major brands of guitars that are in good condition and in full working order. Complete our online trade-in form, and we'll get right back to you with a guide-price valuation.

Next, arrange to visit our store, where we can inspect your guitar to confirm it is in the expected condition. Once checked and the price is agreed, you're all set to trade it for your chosen new model! Call us on 01323 639335 if you would like to discuss trade-in options further.

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