Rapid City, SD, United States
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The Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue captures the spirit of one of the most iconic acoustic guitars ever made, bringing the feel and voice of the original “Workhorse” into a modern, accessible build. It has that unmistakable slope-shoulder warmth and dry, woody character that made early J-45s a staple on stages and recordings for generations.
The thermally aged solid spruce top paired with solid mahogany back and sides delivers a broken-in, vintage-inspired tone right out of the case, with a balanced response that sits beautifully under both strumming and fingerstyle playing. The V-shaped one-piece mahogany neck adds a touch of old-world feel in the hands, while the understated vintage sunburst and classic banner headstock tie everything back to its 1942 roots.
Details throughout feel thoughtfully true to the original without being overdone, from the open-back tuners to the tear drop pickguard and simple, elegant appointments. At the same time, the onboard L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC system brings it into the present, making it just as ready for the stage as it is for the living room or studio.
It’s a guitar that honors tradition without feeling stuck in it—warm, reliable, and built to be played day in and day out, just like the originals that earned the J-45 its name.
Features / Specs
Highlights
Orientation: Right-Handed
Electronics: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC
Bracing: Scalloped X-Bracing
Cutaway: None
Body
Body Shape: Jumbo
Top Material: Thermally Aged Solid Spruce
Top Finish: Vintage Gloss
Top Color: Vintage Sunburst
Back & Sides Material: Mahogany
Back Configuration: Solid
Back & Sides Finish: Vintage Gloss
Bracing: Scalloped X-Bracing
Binding Material: Single-Ply Ivory
Rosette: Multi-Ply Ivory and Black
Neck
Neck Profile: V
Neck Material: One Piece Mahogany
Neck Taper: Standard
Neck Depth: 0.874" at 1st Fret, 0.965" at 9th Fret
Scale Length: 24.75"
Nut Width: 1.73"
Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlay: Mother-of-Pearl Dots
Fingerboard Binding: None
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Fingerboard Spacing: Standard
Neck Finish: Vintage Gloss
Neck Joint: Compound Dovetail
Headstock: Gibson Open Book with Inspired by Gibson Custom Logo on Rear
Headstock Binding: None
Headplate Inlay: Gold Silkscreen Epiphone Logo and Banner Art with Epiphone Inspired by Gibson
Headplate Finish: Vintage Gloss
Hardware
Bridge Style: Rectangle, Closed Slot
Bridge Material: Rosewood
Bridge Pins: Bone
Saddle: Compensated Bone
Nut Material: Bone
Tuners: Nickel Open Back Three-on-a-Plate; Cream Buttons
Pickguard: Tear Drop; Tortoise Shell
Miscellaneous
Electronics: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC
Strings: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053
Case/Gig Bag: Red Line-Inspired Hardshell with Inspired by Gibson Custom Graphics
Serial Number: 25121500772
Manufacture Date: 2026
Price$1,299
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