Epiphone J-45 Studio Vintage Sunburst w/Gigbag

Epiphone J-45 Studio

A round shoulder classic made easy to play every day. The newest J-45 Studio captures the slope-shoulder feel that songwriters love and keeps the look clean and timeless. Strum open chords or pick gentle lines and you get a warm low end, clear mids, and a sweet top that sits right under a vocal.

What you will hear

A solid spruce top gives lively response and touch sensitivity that opens up the more you play. The mahogany body adds focused lows and a friendly midrange that makes chords blend beautifully. The short scale feel is relaxed and comfortable for long sessions at home, on stage, or in the studio.

Highlights

• Solid spruce top with select mahogany body for classic J-45 character

• SlimTaper mahogany neck with a 12 inch radius fingerboard for smooth playability

• Round shoulder body that delivers strong projection with a balanced EQ curve

• Premium sealed tuners and a stable adjustable truss rod for reliable tuning and setup

• Epiphone sloped dovewing headstock with simple vintage-style appointments

Specifications

• Body style: round shoulder slope-shoulder dreadnought

• Top wood: solid Sitka spruce

• Back and sides: select mahogany

• Neck: mahogany, SlimTaper profile

• Fingerboard: 12 inch radius, pearloid dot inlays, 20 medium jumbo frets

• Scale length: 25.5 inches

• Nut width: 1.69 inches

• Hardware: nickel finish, two strap buttons

• Finish options: Natural or Vintage Sunburst

Who it suits

• Singer-songwriters who want a warm, supportive acoustic voice

• Players moving up from a first guitar who want solid-top tone and an easy neck

• Anyone who loves the J-45 vibe and wants a dependable daily companion

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the Epiphone J-45 Studio have a solid top?
A: Yes, it features a solid Sitka spruce top, which improves the resonance and tone as the guitar ages. The back and sides are made of select mahogany for a warm, balanced sound.

Q: How is this different from the "Inspired by Gibson" J-45?
A: The J-45 Studio is a more affordable, entry-level option with a longer 25.5" scale length (for a "snappier" tone) and laminate back/sides. The "Inspired by Gibson" models feature all-solid wood construction and the traditional shorter 24.75" scale found on US-made Gibsons.

Q: Is this guitar easy for beginners to play?
A: Absolutely. It features Epiphone's SlimTaper™ neck profile, which is thinner and faster than traditional vintage necks, making it very comfortable for learning chords and playing for extended periods.

Q: Does this model come with a pickup or electronics?
A: No, this specific model is a pure acoustic guitar designed for maximum natural resonance. It does not include onboard electronics, making it lighter and free from battery requirements.

Q: What is the scale length of the J-45 Studio?
A: It has a 25.5" scale length. This is slightly longer than a standard Gibson J-45 (24.75"), giving this Studio model a brighter attack and slightly higher string tension, similar to other modern dreadnoughts.