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Key Features
- Sitka spruce top and mahogany body give a warm, punchy tone
- Slim taper neck feels fast and comfortable for chords and lead lines
- LR Baggs VTC pickup system makes live shows and recording simple
- Purple Burst finish with teardrop pickguard looks bold and unmistakable
Gibson J-45 Standard, Purple Burst Overview
The Gibson J-45 Standard in Purple Burst is a stunning twist on a true acoustic icon. First introduced in the 1940s and affectionately known as the “Workhorse,” the J-45 has earned its place as one of the most played and recorded guitars of all time. Its round-shoulder dreadnought body, built from mahogany with a Sitka spruce top, delivers a full and balanced voice with punchy lows, warm mids, and crystal-clear highs. This classic tonewood pairing makes it a dependable partner for writing, gigging, or recording. The Purple Burst finish adds a bold, modern edge to its timeless silhouette, creating a guitar that sounds as good as it looks.
A SlimTaper mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard provide smooth playability, while the compound dovetail neck joint enhances resonance and sustain. Simple mother-of-pearl dot inlays keep the look understated, complementing the teardrop pickguard and nickel hardware. A traditional rosewood belly-up bridge, paired with a TUSQ nut and saddle, ensures stability and precise intonation. Equipped with LR Baggs VTC electronics, the J-45 Standard is ready for the stage or studio straight out of its hardshell case. The Purple Burst J-45 continues the proud legacy of Gibson’s most celebrated acoustic model.
Product Ref: 343850
Full Description
View Full DescriptionSignature round-shoulder voice
The Gibson J-45 Standard in Purple Burst brings the classic round-shoulder dreadnought sound that players rely on. A solid Sitka spruce top meets solid mahogany back and sides for a full, balanced voice with tight, punchy bass, warm mids, and clear, singing highs. It projects confidently, records beautifully, and slots into a mix without fuss. If you need one steel-string that covers writing sessions, live sets, and studio takes, this Workhorse delivers
Smooth, fast playability
A slim taper mahogany neck keeps things quick and comfy, great for long gigs or late-night writing. The 24.75" scale eases string tension so bends and vibrato feel natural, while the rosewood fingerboard and 20 frets offer a familiar, player-friendly feel. Simple mother-of-pearl dot markers keep the look understated and classic, and the compound dovetail neck joint helps notes bloom with extra resonance and sustain
Plug-in and go tone
On stage or in the booth, the LR Baggs VTC system gives you a natural amplified sound that sits right where you want it. The undersaddle pickup captures the guitar’s woody character, and the discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone let you fine-tune without reaching for a pedalboard. It’s an easy, reliable setup that keeps your focus on the song, not the signal chain
Road-ready build and style
A traditional rosewood belly-up bridge teams with a TUSQ nut and saddle for stable intonation and consistent response, while Grover Rotomatic tuners and nickel hardware keep tuning rock solid. The teardrop pickguard and Purple Burst finish add a bold twist to the timeless J-45 silhouette, and the supplied hardshell case means it’s ready to travel. Classic looks, pro-grade hardware, and the kind of durability you want from a go-to acoustic
Specifications
- Product Name: Gibson J-45 Standard Purple Burst
- Product Code: MCRS45PB
Body
- Body shape: J-45 (round-shoulder dreadnought)
- Top: Sitka spruce
- Sides & back: Mahogany
- Bracing: Traditional hand-scalloped X-bracing
- Binding: Multi-ply top, single-ply back
- Finish: Purple Burst
- Pickguard: Teardrop
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck material: Mahogany
- Neck profile: SlimTaper
- Scale length: 24.75" / 628.65mm
- Nut width: 1.725" / 43.81mm
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Number of frets: 20
- Inlays: Mother of pearl dot
- Nut: TUSQ
- Neck joint: Compound dovetail
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: Traditional belly-up, rosewood
- Tuners: Grover Rotomatic with kidney button
- Plating: Nickel
- Pickup: L.R. Baggs VTC undersaddle
- Controls: Soundhole-mounted volume and tone
- Preamp: L.R. Baggs VTC
- Case: Hardshell case
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