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Gibson J-45 Standard Bats Limited-Edition Acoustic-Electric Guitar Blood Red Burst

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Overview

A unique spin on Gibson’s classic workhorse design.

The Gibson Standard J-45 Bats LTD is a striking version of Gibson’s iconic slope shoulder dreadnought, the J-45. This limited-edition model features a sleek Ebony and Blood Red Burst top finish and is adorned with mother-of-pearl bat inlays on the fingerboard, making it a visually stunning instrument. Built with a Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides, this J-45 retains the warm, balanced tone the model is known for while offering a distinctive aesthetic that sets it apart from the standard versions.

Classic Tonewoods for Signature J-45 Sound

The Gibson Standard J-45 Bats LTD pairs a Sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides, providing the classic J-45 tonal qualities. This combination offers a well-rounded tone with a warm, full-bodied low end, clear mids, and crisp highs. The short scale length of 24.75" adds to the guitar’s playability, making it comfortable for both fingerstyle and strumming, with plenty of projection and sustain.

Mother-of-Pearl Bat Inlays and Unique Details

What truly sets this limited-edition J-45 apart are the intricate mother-of-pearl bat inlays on the rosewood fingerboard, alongside the mother-of-pearl block logo on the headstock. The Belly up bridge and tortoise teardrop pickguard add a vintage flair, while the nickel Grover Rotomatic tuners ensure precise tuning stability. These design elements combine to create a guitar that is as visually captivating as it is sonically impressive.

LR Baggs Element Electronics for Professional Amplification

For players who need to amplify their sound, the J-45 Bats LTD comes equipped with the LR Baggs Element pickup system. This system captures the guitar’s natural acoustic tone with clarity and precision, making it perfect for live performances or studio recordings. With this pickup, you can confidently take your J-45 from the stage to the studio, knowing that its rich tone will be faithfully reproduced through any amplification system.

Perfect for Collectors and Performing Musicians

The Gibson Standard J-45 Bats LTD is ideal for collectors who appreciate limited-edition guitars with unique features, as well as performing musicians who want a visually distinctive instrument that doesn’t compromise on sound quality. Its combination of premium tonewoods, vintage design elements, and reliable electronics make it a versatile guitar suitable for any setting.

Features

  • Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides  
  • Mother-of-pearl bat inlays on fingerboard, ebony/Blood Red Burst finish
  • LR Baggs Element electronics
  • Gibson hardshell case  

Take home the Gibson Standard J-45 Bats LTD and experience a bold, iconic sound with a uniquely stunning design.

Specs

J-45 Standard Bats Limited-Edition Acoustic-Electric Guitar Specifications:

Body
  • Body style: Slope shoulder dreadnought
  • Top wood: Sitka spruce
  • Back and sides wood: Mahogany
  • Finish: Ebony/Blood Red Burst
Neck
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Nut width: 1.725"
  • Neck finish: Satin
Fingerboard
  • Fingerboard material: Rosewood
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Nut material: Bone
  • Inlays: Mother-of-pearl bats
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: LR Baggs Element
Hardware
  • Tuning machines: Grover Rotomatic
  • Bridge: Rosewood, belly up
  • Pickguard: Tortoise teardrop
  • Hardware finish: Nickel
Other
  • Case: Gibson hardshell
  • Orientation: Right handed
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