








Gibson J-45 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber
Local pickup available

Gibson J-45 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber
Columbia, MO
2609 E Broadway #206
Columbia MO 65201
United States
Joplin, MO
1202 S Rangeline Rd
Suite #6
Joplin MO 64801
United States
O'Fallon, MO
4689 State Hwy K
O'Fallon MO 63368
United States
Overland Park, KS
11625 Metcalf Avenue
Overland Park KS 66210
United States
Springfield, MO
1560 East Raynell Place
Springfield MO 65804
United States
Wichita, KS
2300 E Lincoln St
Wichita KS 67211
United States

Description
Gibson J-45 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber
The J-45 Century 12-Fret in Vintage Amber reimagines Gibson’s most iconic acoustic, the "Workhorse," with a design shift that prioritizes resonance and player comfort. By moving the neck joint to the 12th fret, the bridge is repositioned deeper into the body, allowing the Sitka spruce top to vibrate more freely at its widest point. This adjustment results in a voice that is notably warm, punchy, and highly responsive to delicate fingerstyle playing or light picking dynamics.
Part of the exclusive Century Collection, this model celebrates 100 years of Gibson flat-top artistry by pairing traditional mahogany back and sides with a solid Sitka spruce top. Mahogany’s natural focus on midrange frequencies complements the spruce’s high-end clarity, while a hand-sprayed satin nitrocellulose finish ensures the tonewoods are not restricted by heavy lacquers. Finished with early-1900s-style appointments, including a script logo and Golden Age tuners, this guitar offers a timeless aesthetic to match its legendary sound.
Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?
Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.
The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.
Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!
Specs
Videos
Highlights
Gibson J-45 Century 12-Fret - Vintage Amber
The J-45 Century 12-Fret in Vintage Amber reimagines Gibson’s most iconic acoustic, the "Workhorse," with a design shift that prioritizes resonance and player comfort. By moving the neck joint to the 12th fret, the bridge is repositioned deeper into the body, allowing the Sitka spruce top to vibrate more freely at its widest point. This adjustment results in a voice that is notably warm, punchy, and highly responsive to delicate fingerstyle playing or light picking dynamics.
Part of the exclusive Century Collection, this model celebrates 100 years of Gibson flat-top artistry by pairing traditional mahogany back and sides with a solid Sitka spruce top. Mahogany’s natural focus on midrange frequencies complements the spruce’s high-end clarity, while a hand-sprayed satin nitrocellulose finish ensures the tonewoods are not restricted by heavy lacquers. Finished with early-1900s-style appointments, including a script logo and Golden Age tuners, this guitar offers a timeless aesthetic to match its legendary sound.
Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?
Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.
The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.
Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!



