1979 Gibson J-45 Sunburst w/HSC

1979 Gibson J-45 Sunburst w/OHSC

This Item Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks

The Guitar Is In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

Factory Second Guitar (As Shown)

Spruce Top With Mahogany Back And Sides

Original Sunburst Finish Shows Playwear Throughout Including Marks, Dings, Scratches And Checking (As Shown)

Top Crack From Strap Button To Bridge, Crack Is Stable And Does Not Affect The Playability (See Photos)

Pick Marks Visible Where Neck Is Joint With Body (As Shown)

Original Pickguard Shows Signs Of Shrinking And Has Been Reglued (Please See Photos)

Bridge Appears To Have Been Reset And Shaved (As Shown)

Added Strap Button On Heel

Evidence Of Previous Neck Reset

Original Tuners

Original Rosewood Board Is In Good Overall Condition 

Original Frets Are Low, But In Playable Condition 

Weight: 4lbs 7oz

Nut Width: 1.67"

Neck Depth At 1st Fret: .81"

Neck Depth At 12th Fret: .95"

Comes With Older Aftermarket Hardshell Case

The Gibson J-45 is one of the most iconic and beloved acoustic guitars in history. Known for its warm, balanced tone and exceptional playability, it has become a staple in folk, country, rock, and blues music.

The 1979 Gibson J-45 is a specific vintage iteration of the beloved Gibson J-45, and it holds a special place among collectors and players for its unique characteristics and tonal qualities.

By 1979, Gibson had worked out many of the kinks from earlier models, so the build quality of this particular J-45 is typically excellent. It has a solid construction, with a smooth finish and tight binding.

The craftsmanship in the 1979 J-45 is considered to be some of the best from that era, with many players noting the guitar’s durability and reliability over the years.