Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45 Vintage Sunburst w/Case

Introducing the Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45™: The Legendary Original Workhorse Reborn

In a prestigious collaboration with Gibson™ Custom, Epiphone is thrilled to unveil the Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45™. This remarkable acoustic guitar faithfully replicates the storied 1942 "Workhorse" model, renowned for its robust performance and classic design. It features a thermally aged solid red spruce top paired with solid mahogany back and sides, culminating in a rich, resonant tone. The guitar's neck is crafted from a single piece of mahogany, shaped into a traditional V-profile and topped with a laurel fretboard adorned with elegant mother-of-pearl dot inlays.

The headstock proudly displays the iconic Gibson "open book" profile, enhanced by the "Inspired by Gibson Custom" double diamond logo on the back and a matching banner on the front. Equipped for both studio sessions and live performances, the guitar includes a state-of-the-art L.R. Baggs™ VTC preamp and under-saddle piezo pickup system. Each Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45™ comes with a durable hardshell case, branded with the Inspired by Gibson Custom logo, ensuring it arrives in style and stays protected.

Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45™ Specifications

General:

• Model: Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45™
• Partnership: Crafted in collaboration with Gibson™ Custom
• Design Inspiration: Recreates the legendary 1942 "Workhorse"

Body:

• Type: Round Shoulder Dreadnought
• Top Material: Thermally aged solid red spruce
• Back and Sides: Solid mahogany
• Binding: Single-ply, top and back

Neck:

• Material: One-piece mahogany
• Profile: V-shape
• Fretboard: Laurel
• Inlays: Mother-of-pearl dots
• Scale Length: 24.75 inches (628.65 mm)
• Number of Frets: 19
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.732 inches (44 mm)

Hardware:

• Tuning Machines: 3 on a plate, open-back with cream buttons
• Bridge: Laurel rectangle
• Saddle Material: Compensated bone
• Bridge Pins: Bone

Electronics:

• Pickup: Under-saddle piezo (L.R. Baggs™ VTC)
• Controls: Volume and tone (soundhole mounted)
• Preamp: L.R. Baggs™ VTC
• Output Jack: 1/4" endpin jack

Additional Features:

• Headstock: Gibson "open book" profile with custom logos
• Truss Rod: Dual action, accessible via headstock
• Finish: Vintage Original Sheen (VOS) polyurethane
• Case: Hardshell with Inspired by Gibson Custom logo

This guitar comes fully set up by our senior technician, a service we normally value at $75, ensuring optimal playability right out of the box.