Left-Handed J-45 Tone with a Focused, Player-Friendly Feel
The Gibson J-45 Special Satin Ebony Left-Handed delivers the classic “Workhorse” sound in a refined build designed for modern players. A solid Sitka spruce top paired with solid mahogany back and sides produces a warm, balanced tone with clear articulation and a controlled low end that sits easily in recordings, live mixes, and acoustic ensembles.
The slightly slimmer concert-depth body improves comfort while tightening the bass response, making it a strong option for both strumming and more detailed fingerstyle playing. The SlimTaper neck and 12" radius rosewood fingerboard offer a smooth, fast feel that’s easy to navigate across the neck.
Equipped with an L.R. Baggs Element Bronze pickup and soundhole-mounted volume control, it’s ready for stage and studio use straight away. Includes premium softshell case.
At Riffs & Licks Music, we think this lefty J-45 Special is a great left-handed option for players wanting classic J-45 warmth with a tighter, more controlled response in a clean Satin Ebony finish.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | J-45 (Dreadnought) |
| Body | Solid Sitka Spruce (Top), Solid Mahogany (Back & Sides) |
| Body Finish | Satin |
| Neck | Utile (Sipo Mahogany) |
| Neck Finish | Satin |
| Neck Shape | SlimTaper |
| Scale Length | 24.75" (628.65 mm) |
| Fingerboard, Radius | Rosewood, 12" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Nut, Width | TUSQ, 1.725" (43.815 mm) |
| Machine Heads | Grover Rotomatic |
| Pickguard | Black |
| Pickups | L.R. Baggs Element Bronze |
| Controls | Soundhole Mounted Volume |
| Bridge | Traditional Belly Up, Rosewood |
| Gig Bag/Hard Case | Premium Soft Shell Included |
(8200552)
| Body Shape | Dreadnought |
| Left / Right Handed | Right Handed |
| Electronics | Pickup Included |
| Series | Gibson Modern Acoustic Series |
| SKU | 8200552 |
| Barcode # | 711106235721 |
| Brand | Gibson |
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