{"product_id":"gibson-custom-shop-1955-j-45-murphy-lab-light-aged-acoustic-guitar-vintage-sunburst-with-hardshell-case-1","title":"Gibson Custom Shop 1955 J-45 Murphy Lab Light Aged Acoustic Guitar - Vintage Sunburst with Hardshell Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-YOU ARE VIEWING PHOTOS OF THE ACTUAL GUITAR BEING SOLD!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis brand new\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Gibson \u003c\/span\u003ewill ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy risk free with our 14 day - full refund, less shipping, return policy. Check out our shop policies for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGibson Custom’s 1955 J-45 Reissue captures the spirit of the era when the Workhorse began shifting toward its modern form, blending the understated charm of the original model with the historically important updates introduced in the mid-50s. This was the year Gibson extended the fretboard to 20 frets and adopted the larger 50s-style pickguard—changes that subtly reshaped how the J-45 both looked and performed. The result is a moment in Gibson history that players and collectors have come to appreciate for its balance of tradition and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBuilt by the acoustic luthiers in Bozeman, this reissue leans into that heritage with an unwavering commitment to vintage accuracy. The thermally aged Sitka spruce top evokes the response of a decades-old instrument, supported by traditional scalloped X-bracing secured with hide glue for maximum warmth and openness. Its mahogany back and sides supply the familiar round-shoulder sweetness players expect, all wrapped in a Murphy Lab Light Aged finish that brings soft checking, subtle wear, and a naturally played-in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe mahogany neck follows a comfortable rounded profile, joined to the body with a compound dovetail joint also assembled with hide glue—an old-school detail that deeply influences tone and resonance. A rosewood fingerboard with 20 frets and simple mother-of-pearl dots stays true to the practical elegance of the era. Vintage-style Grover strap tuners with cream buttons, along with a bone nut, saddle, and bridge pins, keep the instrument visually and tonally anchored in the golden age of Gibson acoustics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTo complete the experience, the 1955 J-45 Reissue ships in a 50s-style Lifton hardshell case, reinforcing its place as both a stage-ready guitar and a historically faithful tribute. From its carefully aged finish to its period-correct construction choices, this model stands as a beautifully executed homage to one of Gibson’s most beloved chapters—ideal for players who want the depth of a seasoned vintage J-45 with the reliability and craftsmanship of a modern Custom Shop build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures \/ Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrientation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right-Handed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Traditional Scalloped X-Bracing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutaway\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e: J-45 Jumbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Color\u003c\/strong\u003e: Vintage Sunburst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack \u0026amp; 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