[SN 21745091] USED Gibson / Custom Shop 1950s J-45 Red Spruce Vintage Sunburst [11]

Description

A special custom specification of Gibson’s legendary J-45.
The round logo on the back of the headstock and the accompanying certificate are Custom Shop features, while the label follows Gibson’s standard specifications. The overall build adheres to Custom Shop standards, making this a rare piece that combines collectibility with playability. It appears to be a Custom Select model, ordered by a music store, crafted using Custom Shop materials and finished meticulously by hand.
As a distinctive custom feature, the top is crafted from rare red spruce. Unlike standard spruce, this special wood offers rapid attack, exceptional clarity, and powerful projection, producing the vintage-rich tone unique to the J-45.
The mahogany back and sides deliver a warm, punchy midrange. It features a 24.75-inch scale length with a 20-fret rosewood fingerboard. Equipped with an L.R. Baggs HiFi pickup, it’s ready for live performances and studio recording.
This J-45 offers the distinctive, open sound of a Red Spruce top combined with the meticulous specifications of the Custom Shop, creating a truly special instrument. It delivers vintage charm while performing exceptionally well in modern playing environments.
The original saddle was low, causing some muffled notes, so it has been replaced with a SCUD HSB-SG1 saddle.
There are some minor scratches, but overall it’s in clean condition with minimal signs of use.
The neck shows no noticeable issues and is in excellent playing condition.
Condition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches present, but no issues for normal use.

Serial Number: 21745091
Year of Manufacture: 2025
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Genuine hard case
Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity, Strap Pins, Cleaning Cloth, Wrench
Truss Rod: No issues. Rod tested to 60 degrees left and right with no problems.
Fret Wear: No issues. Sufficient fret height present
String Height (Low-String Side): 2.5mm at 12th fret
String Height (High-String Side): 2.0mm above the 12th fret
Nut width: 43.5mm
Neck Thickness (1st Fret Area): 23.3mm
Scale length: 628mm (24.75″)
RADIUS: 305mm (12″)
Strings at setup: D’Addario EJ-16 / .012-.053 set
Repair/Maintenance: Cleaning, String Replacement, Truss Rod Adjustment, Saddle Replacement

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections not easily visible in photos or listed above. Please be aware of this beforehand.

* Any measurements listed for the truss rod, remaining frets, or string height were taken by our staff during setup. These values may change due to environmental factors like climate and humidity.
These values are intended as a reference at the time of purchase and do not guarantee the same measurements upon arrival.

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