Baggs lyric acoustic guitar microphone, an awardwinning amplification. More detailed information can be found in the book gibsons fabulous flattop guitars by eldon whitford, david vinopal and dan erlewine. Donovan j45 signature model gibson acoustic gibson brands. Gibson 1965 j45 the donovan acoustic guitar guitarsite. The 1965 j 45 had an optional adjustable saddle that you could raise and lower with. We also offer a wide range of guitar building tools and other assorted guitar building aids all the time, so check back often.
Earning a reputation as a workhorse guitar, the j45 was embraced for its nofrills attitude and big, strong tone. For his birthday, donovan presented howard with the very first guitar in gibsons line of j45s, the same guitar donovan wrote all his hits on. Gibson acoustic j45 custom acousticelectric guitar for. Earning a reputation as a workhorse guitar, the j 45 was embraced for its nofrills attitude and big, strong tone. A customorder gibson b4512 bearing serial number 62997, this instrument was made in 1963 and is highly unusual. Several of the songs on the white album he composed in india on donovan s j 45. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. The legendary j 45 clearly defines the storied legacy of gibson acoustics. Gibson j 45 cutaway has 0 ratings score 0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings disclaimer. Jimmy pages gibson j200 page 2 gibson acoustic gibson.
Gibson j45 purevoice custom limited edition acoustic. This is despite the fact that the donovan j45 is the very first item which comes up on the acoustic section of the gibson us website. Acoustics similar to a j45 discussion in acoustic instruments started by jrjones, jun 25, 20. Gibson j45 news newspapers books scholar jstor may. Gibson introduces limitededition 1965 donovan j45 guitar. Here is a picture of donovan performing on the original gibson guitar. Gibson acoustic hummingbird ebony sweetwater exclusive. The gibson j45 is a dreadnought style acoustic guitar manufactured by the gibson guitar corporation. And its a deserving new inductee to the vg hall of fame. Used gibson j45 standard acoustic electric guitar 2 color. Without question, the j45 is one of the most beloved and played acoustic guitars in the history of modern music, and the icon of gibsons roundshoulder dreadnought acoustic line ever since its introduction in 1942. Gibson j45 custom acousticelectric guitar musicians friend. Gibson les paul traditional pro v flame top electric guitar.
As a solo artist, lennon used a les paul special and a modified les paul junior. Gibson 10084060 1965 j 45 donovan acoustic guitar from japan free shipping. This guitar is based on the j45 folk guitar that singer songwriter donovan used to create many of his popular hits. If the j45 guitar plans arent exactly what youre looking for, be sure to take a look at the other guitar plans we have for sale with more than 20 different guitar plans, youre sure to find the perfect guitar for you. Shop our selection of gibson j 45 acoustic guitars. The j45 is gibsons basic mahoganybody dreadnought, the gibson equivalent to martins d18. I just wish to ask more questions if i decide to purchase another guitar online, the only reason i would hesitate from doing it again is because you do not get to play it. The gibson j 45 is the guitar makers bestselling acoustic of all time. Original alligator soft case gibson j45 acoustic guitar 1959 manufacture exc. It remains one of the only guitar manufacturers to produce its instruments exclusively in the united states. Since 1989, all gibson acoustic guitars have been made in bozeman, mont. Buy the gibson 1965 j45 donovan and get free delivery. Ive been using the john pierce pbs for years on my taylor 810 and have always loved them but i really dont like them at all on the j 45.
The guitar is based on the gibson j45 donovan bought on sunset boulevard in the midsixties. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. For a cheaper j45 clone the eastman e10 looks right. Buy the gibson 1965 j 45 donovan and get free delivery. I wrote every song on it from late 1965 into 70, when it was stolen during a collegetown gig, donovan said. The j45 bears an adirondack red spruce top with mahogany back and neck with rosewood fingerboard.
Without question, the j 45 is one of the most beloved and played acoustic guitars in the history of modern music, and the icon of gibson s roundshoulder dreadnought acoustic line ever since its introduction in 1942. I just replaced the stock strings which i think are gibson pb lights with my all time favorite john pierce pb lights. Gibson limited edition donovan j 45 1965 acousticelectric guitar. Several variations of the j45 have been released over the. Leiva john lennon composed songs in india on donovans j45. As you surely have noticed, it was fitted at the factory with a large j200 bridge rather than a standard belly bridge.
The j 50 is identical to the j 45, except the top is natural instead of sunburst. Gibson j45 cutaway has 0 ratings score 0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings disclaimer. Vintage gibson 1991 j45 acoustic guitar guitar center. Gibson j45 guitar gibson j45 guitar info jumbo 45 flat.
Nicknamed the workhorse and first introduced in 1942, gibsons most popular acoustic is now the icon of its roundshoulder, dreadnought line, world renowned for its full, balanced expression, warm. We have the gibson 1991 j45 acoustic guitar in stock in our vintage collection. Gibson acoustic guitars at wildwood guitars, authorized. But the j45 has been, by the companys own description, the workhorse guitar of gibsons flattop family since its introduction during world war ii. Product registration customer service repair and restoration report counterfeits serial number faq gibson guitar specs 20152019. The legendary j45 clearly defines the storied legacy of gibson acoustics. Feb 15, 2009 i recently bought a gibson j 45 which has such a warm tone i love it. Gibson limited edition donovan j45 1965 acousticelectric. I wrote every song on it from late 1965 into 70, when it was stolen during a collegetown gig, donovan told guitar world last month. Jan 30, 2016 1965 gibson j45 donovan model acoustic guitar stay safe and healthy. This 1965 model, made popular by donovan, features a cherry sunburst spruce. The j 45 is part of gibson s roundshoulder jumbo line, begun in 1934 with the jumbo flattop introduced to compete with c. Gibson j 45 spruce mahogany slopeshoulder 1956 sunburst.
Donovan j45 signature model gibson acoustic gibson. Unfollow gibson j45 guitar to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Gibson j45 custom acousticelectric guitar musicians. I recently bought a gibson j45 which has such a warm tone i love it. Introduced in 1942 as a replacement for the j35, the j45 has since become one of gibsons most popular acoustic flattops. I actually just listened to the 2 tracks and especially on sand and foam one hears its not the j45. The j45 has been gibsons topselling acoustic guitar for years. Introduced in 1942 as a replacement for the j 35, the j 45 has since become one of gibson s most popular acoustic flattops. If the basic gibson j45 design hasnt changed too much you dont deface a classic, after all in 2016 its line now boasts refinements for every stripe of player. Its orangeoval label indicates model designation but makes no mention of it being a custom order. I was also searching through my books for the lost technique of true meditation. It is generally regarded as gibson s most famous and widely used acoustic guitar model.
J 15, j 45, sj200, j 200, hummingbird, l00, l100, l1, songwriter, southern jumbo, advanced jumbo, wildwood new vintage, hide glue. Gibson acoustic j45 custom acousticelectric guitar for sale. As you surely have noticed, it was fitted at the factory with a large j 200 bridge rather than a standard belly bridge. This guitar is based on the j 45 folk guitar that singer songwriter donovan used to create many of his popular hits.
Unfollow gibson j45 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Heres a wellworn early 50s j45, but one thats already had the neck reset and refret these old gibson jumbos almost always need. My local guitar store has several tobacco sunburst j45s in stock, of course, but for those of us of a certain age, the cherry sunburst model as played by donovan is the ultimate j45. Weve mentioned before that acoustic guitars are incredibly difficult to describe in terms of tone. But the j45 purevoice custom evolves a classic by adding an internal, bridge platemounted transducer system that makes this particular j45 a superb performance guitar without sacrificing the tone, style, and intangibles that have made j45s objects of lust for guitar nuts and an indispensible tool for artists from dylan to jeff tweedy. A customorder gibson b 45 12 bearing serial number 62997, this instrument was made in 1963 and is highly unusual.
Gibson j 45 regal 2018 acoustic electric guitar rosewood burst. Gibson limited edition donovan j45 1965 acousticelectric guitar. Mar 12, 2014 gibson has introduced its new limitededition 1965 donovan model j45 acoustic guitar. I actually just listened to the 2 tracks and especially on sand and foam one hears its not. Acoustic guitars the gibson acoustic donovan 1965 j 45 acousticelectric guitar is a meticulous replica of the same j 45 played by scottish singersongwriter donovan during his rise to fame in the mid60s. Skip to main content skip to footer site5116256455 site5116256455 used 116256455 gibson j45 standard acoustic electric guitar site5116256455.
Shop now and receve free shipping on your order today. Its mahogany dreadnought body topped with sitka spruce gives you the right balance of rich lows, detailed mids, and sparkling highs. Jan 12, 2016 the j 45 bears an adirondack red spruce top with mahogany back and neck with rosewood fingerboard. After 2 severe sherlocks, i finally found out on which tunes donovan played mickey mosts talked about 1960s j200. Gibson 6 string vintage acoustic guitars for sale ebay. Gibson j45 1964 cherry sunburst price guide reverb. Read the letter that comes with every donovan model gibson guitar. This was most likely a custom order for a player who wanted the tuneomatic saddle setup that came on the j200 at the time.
Gibson j45 guitar gibson j45 guitar info jumbo 45 flat top. The gibson j45 is a dreadnought style acoustic guitar manufactured by the gibson guitar. The j50 is identical to the j45, except the top is natural instead of sunburst. My overall impression of this guitar is that its perfect for someone who has already found their sound and understands what sets their sound apart from others. Ive been using the john pierce pbs for years on my taylor 810 and have always loved them but i really dont like them at all on the j45. Nicknamed the workhorse and first introduced in 1942, gibsons most popular acoustic is now the icon of its roundshoulder, dreadnought line, world renowned for its full, balanced expression, warm bass, and excellent projection. This new custom shop signature model follows the specifications found on j45s from 60s, complying to donovans preferences. Gibson j45 purevoice custom limited edition acoustic guitar. Gibson acoustic limited edition 1965 j45 donovan cherry. Id like to try, what serial number do you have and where. In the covernotes for the mellow yellow album its said that donovan remembers recording sand and foam and young girl blues on the jumbo. Most 1947 models still have the script gibson logo. View the selection of gibson acoustic inventory guitars currently available at wildwood guitars online music store. The gibson j45 is a dreadnought style acoustic guitar manufactured by the.
Worldrenowned for its full, balanced expression, warm bass and excellent projection, this limitededition 1960s gibson j 45 is built using classic tonewoodsa. The smooth sounds of a j45 can be heard on recordings made by buddy holly, donovan and bob dylan. Pure vintagealikes, tech updates, pickup systems, some new woods and so on. But the j 45 purevoice custom evolves a classic by adding an internal, bridge platemounted transducer system that makes this particular j 45 a superb performance guitar without sacrificing the tone, style, and intangibles that have made j 45s objects of lust for guitar nuts and an indispensible tool for artists from dylan to jeff tweedy. Donovan, his j45 and transcendental meditation the guitar you are.
The body radius, neck, finish and 60sstyle adjustable bridge were carefully recreated in order to build a custom shop signature model for one of the most influential singersongwriters of the last century. Acoustic guitars the gibson acoustic donovan 1965 j45 acousticelectric guitar is a meticulous replica of the same j45 played by scottish singersongwriter donovan during his rise to fame in the mid60s. The 1965 j45 had an optional adjustable saddle that you could raise and lower with. Jan 30, 2016 1965 gibson j 45 donovan model acoustic guitar stay safe and healthy.
Gibson has introduced its new limitededition 1965 donovan model j45 acoustic guitar. First introduced in 1942, this popular acoustic is now the icon of its roundshoulder dreadnought line. Vintage 1967 gibson j45 acoustic guitar sunburst w original soft case clean. Gibson 10084060 1965 j 45 donovan acoustic guitar from japan free. It is generally regarded as gibsons most famous and widely used acoustic guitar model. This new custom shop signature model follows the specifications found on j 45s from 60s, complying to donovan s preferences. Great deals on gibson 6 string vintage acoustic guitars. Gibson j45 news newspapers books scholar jstor may 2017 learn how and when to remove this template message. The gibson j 45 is a dreadnought style acoustic guitar manufactured by the gibson guitar corporation. For your consideration, garrett park guitars presents this 1965 gibson j45.
Gibson guitars for sale 1957 gibson j50 flattop dreadnought guitar 51586166. Several variations of the j 45 have been released over t. This meticulously recreated j45 honors donovan and the music he created on. Are you set on a j45 clone, or are you just looking for nondreadnought guitar. Several variations of the j45 have been released over t. This meticulously recreated j45 honours donovan and the music he created on his 1965 j45. This was most likely a custom order for a player who wanted the tuneomatic saddle setup that came on the j 200 at the time. Find great deals on ebay for gibson j 45 and gibson j50.
The labels inside the guitar come with the artists signature of approval along with a personal letter. J15, j45, sj200, j200, hummingbird, l00, l100, l1, songwriter, southern jumbo, advanced jumbo, wildwood new vintage, hide glue. The gibson custom shop now produces a reissue of lees guitar. We have the gibson 1991 j 45 acoustic guitar in stock in our vintage collection. Theres also aged klusonstyle tuner buttons with darkened buttons and bone saddles and nuts.