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Gibson J-45 Special Solid Spruce / Mahogany Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar w/ Pickup Satin Natural - MCRS45SPCAN

Includes Gig Bag
$3,719.00
RRP $3,999.00
Pre-order - Due May 2026

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Gibson & Epiphone Cashback Promotion

From 1st May to 30th June, purchase a Gibson or Epiphone stringed instrument (e.g. guitar, bass, mandolin) valued at $999+ and claim serious cashback! Simply purchase any Gibson or Epiphone stringed instrument over $999 from Riffs & Licks Music during the promotion period, retain your tax invoice, and submit your cashback claim here by 11:59 pm AEST 7th July 2026. Once your details have been validated, you will receive a confirmation email. Once approved, you will receive a digitally issued Corporate Prepaid Card within 30-60 days. A full list of eligible products is available here.

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  • Purchase products valued at $999+ and claim $150 cashback
  • Purchase products valued at $1,999+ and claim $300 cashback
  • Purchase products valued at $4,999+ and claim $500 cashback
  • Purchase products valued at $9,999+ and claim $1000 cashback

Please Note: Second-hand items are not eligible. Product value refers to the purchased price of individual products, not the total purchase amount. One cashback claim per product. Each product is eligible for the cashback amount in the relevant tier described above; tiers are not cumulative (e.g. products valued at $1,999+ are eligible for $300 cashback only, not $300 cashback + $150 cashback from $999+ tier). Only instruments that have been paid in full and invoiced by June 30 are eligible. If purchasing via layby, please ensure the full balance is paid by June 30. Pre-Order products will only be eligible if they are delivered and invoiced by June 30; any pre-order ETA is an ETA only and is not a guarantee that the product will be available by this date. Full terms and conditions are available here

The Workhorse, Refined for Modern Players

The Gibson J-45 Special Satin Natural carries forward the legacy of one of the most recorded acoustic guitars ever made, with a slightly more streamlined feel. Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, it delivers the warm, balanced tone the J-45 is known for, with a clear top end and controlled low response that sits easily in a mix.

The slightly thinner concert-depth body makes it more comfortable to hold while tightening up the bass response, giving it a more focused and articulate character compared to a traditional full-depth dreadnought.

The SlimTaper neck profile and 12" radius rosewood fingerboard provide a smooth, fast feel that suits both strumming and fingerstyle playing.

Equipped with an L.R. Baggs Element Bronze pickup and soundhole-mounted volume control, it’s ready for stage or studio use without additional setup.

Includes premium softshell case for protection.

At Riffs & Licks Music, we think the J-45 Special is a strong choice for players who want classic J-45 warmth with a slightly tighter response and modern playability.

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 Tortoise
Pickups L.R. Baggs Element Bronze
Controls Soundhole Mounted Volume
Bridge Traditional Belly Up, Rosewood
Gig Bag/Hard Case Premium Soft Shell Included

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