Gibson Custom Shop J-45 Deluxe - USA 2023

Here’s a truly beautiful example of one of Gibson’s most iconic acoustics, elevated to its highest standard — a 2023 Gibson Custom Shop J-45 Deluxe in sunburst, in as-new condition, and barely played. This is the flagship interpretation of the legendary slope-shouldered dreadnought, built with premium tonewoods, refined detailing, and Custom Shop attention to every curve, seam, and note.

First introduced in 1942, the J-45 has long been Gibson’s most beloved workhorse acoustic — praised for its warmth, balance, and unmistakable “punch.” The Deluxe variant builds on this foundation with an array of upgraded features, including multi-ply binding, split diamond inlays, abalone rosette, and gold Grover tuners — making it both a visual and tonal standout.

This Custom Shop model features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with solid rosewood back and sides, delivering a richer, more complex voice than the traditional mahogany-bodied J-45. The result is a tone that’s deep and powerful in the lows, clear and articulate in the mids, and sweetly sparkling on top — perfect for both fingerstyle detail and full strumming. The neck is a dream to play, with a comfortable round profile, smooth rolled edges, and impeccable fretwork from the factory.

Playability is effortless and inspiring. Whether unplugged or through the onboard LR Baggs VTC pickup, this J-45 Deluxe responds with the kind of nuance, balance, and headroom that makes it a top-shelf choice for stage, studio, or serious home players.

This particular guitar is in as-new condition, with no wear or marks of note, and would easily pass for new on the showroom floor. A stunning modern classic, and a standout example of Gibson’s acoustic artistry at its very best.

Features:

Action at 1st fret: 0.5mm 

Action at 12th fret: 2.25mm

Neck depth at 1st fret: 21.77mm

Nut Width: 44.17mm

12 fret width: 53.80mm

Weight: 2.26kg / 4.99lb

Model: Gibson Custom Shop J-45 Deluxe

Year: 2023

Finish: Sunburst (gloss nitrocellulose)

Top: Solid Sitka Spruce

Back & Sides: Solid Rosewood

Neck: Mahogany (Rounded Profile)

Fingerboard: Ebony with Mother-of-pearl split diamond with brass border

Scale Length: 24.75"

Binding: Multi-ply top, single-ply back and fingerboard

Rosette: Abalone

Bridge: Traditional belly-up Rosewood

Tuners: Gold Grover Rotomatics

Pickup: LR Baggs VTC

Case: Original Gibson Custom Shop hard case included