The Epiphone J-45 Standard EC Acoustic Guitar in Vintage Sunburst is an “Inspired by Gibson” model that brings the legendary tone and feel of the iconic Gibson J-45™ into an accessible, player-friendly package. Known as “The Workhorse” since its introduction in 1942, the J-45 has been a cornerstone of acoustic music across genres, from folk and country to rock and pop. This Epiphone edition adds a cutaway design, giving guitarists easier access to upper frets for greater versatility on stage and in the studio.
Crafted with all-solid tonewoods, the J-45 Standard EC delivers a warm, resonant voice that improves as it ages. Its solid spruce top paired with solid mahogany back and sides provides the classic tonal balance the J-45 is celebrated for—rich lows, clear mids, and sparkling highs. The comfortable Rounded “C” neck profile, paired with a smooth rosewood fretboard, makes it ideal for both strumming and fingerstyle playing.
Equipped with Fishman® electronics, the J-45 Standard EC is stage- and studio-ready. The Fishman S-Core pickup and Presys II preamp offer natural amplified tone with side-mounted controls for volume, bass, treble, phase switch, and a built-in tuner. A bone nut, Grover® Rotomatic® tuners, and premium Epiphone craftsmanship ensure stable tuning and reliable performance. Finished in Vintage Sunburst and complete with a premium gig bag, this guitar is designed for working musicians and enthusiasts alike.
Features
Inspired by Gibson J-45 – one of the most iconic acoustic guitars ever made
Cutaway round shoulder dreadnought design for improved upper-fret access
Solid spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides for warm, balanced tone
One-piece mahogany neck with comfortable Rounded “C” profile
Rosewood fingerboard with 20 frets and mother-of-pearl dot inlays
Fishman S-Core pickup with Presys II preamp, side-mounted controls, and built-in tuner
Grover Rotomatic tuners with bone nut for stable tuning
Vintage Sunburst finish with classic J-45 styling
Includes Epiphone premium gig bag for protection and portability
Specs
Body Shape
J-45 EC Round Shoulder Cutaway
Back & Sides
Solid Mahogany
Top
Solid Spruce
Binding
Multi-ply Top, Single-ply Back
Neck Material
One Piece Mahogany
Neck Profile
Rounded “C”
Nut Width
43 mm
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
628.65 mm (24.75")
Number of Frets
20
Nut Material
Bone
Inlays
Mother-of-Pearl Dot
Bridge
Belly-up, Rosewood with Bone Saddle
Tuners
Grover Rotomatic
Hardware Plating
Nickel
Electronics
Fishman S-Core Pickup, Presys II Preamp with Volume, Bass, Treble, Phase Switch, and Tuner
Finish
Vintage Sunburst
Case
Epiphone Premium Gig Bag Included
Brand:EpiphoneCategory:Acoustic GuitarsSKU:8500793Tags:Body Shape:Cutaway, Case:Bag Included, Category:Acoustic/Electric, Colour:Sunburst, GIBSONEPIPHONECASHBACK2026, Number of Strings:6, Orientation:Right Handed, Pricefy:Epiphone, Skill:Intermediate