Banner J-45 from the Dark Side
This Gibson Custom Select 1942 Banner J-45™ features a custom Dark Walnut finish in a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer. Gibson Custom Select offers customizations of existing models, resulting in unique instruments that are rare to find in the wild. Customizations can include exotic tonewoods, alternative electronics, and more. These details are handpicked by Gibson’s experts who have a keen eye for detail. Crafted by skilled artisans in Bozeman, Montana, Gibson Custom Select instruments are made in small batches. This customized Banner J-45 wears a custom Dark Walnut finish with a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer.
The Gibson J-45 first appeared in Gibson’s lineup in 1942 and featured the banner logo until the end of 1945. These guitars are commonly referred to as being from the “banner-era,” made during World War II when there were material and workforce constraints. These guitars did not originally feature a truss rod due to the lack of metal that was available during the conflict. To compensate for the lack of a truss rod, the neck was made larger to withstand string tension better. Gibson acoustic guitars from this era were made by the “Kalamazoo gals,” who took the places of the men in the factory. Most of the workforce were seamstresses, with excellent attention to detail, making these vintage guitars highly desirable.
The Gibson Custom 1942 Banner J-45 is a modern recreation of the famed “banner-era” J-45, made from 1942 to 1945, but with the added stability of a truss rod. This gives the player added adjustability for changing environments. The guitar features a thermally aged red spruce top, a 1942 Banner J-45 Historic neck profile, Gibson script and banner logos silkscreened in gold on the peghead, and open-gear tuning machines. Under the top is red spruce X-bracing, fixed with hide glue to provide the top stability against string tension. The neck profile is modeled directly from vintage examples, which have a wider nut width than the typical J-45 Standard or other non-reissue instruments, measuring 1.77 inches rather than 1.73 inches.
This Gibson Custom Select 1942 Banner J-45 features a custom Dark Walnut finish that suits the model well. This Dark Walnut finish resembles a furniture finish commonly used during this time. The Banner J-45 core offerings only come in either a VOS or Murphy Lab Aged finish, so this gloss iteration gives the model a shiny new look on a classic model. Included with the guitar is a Gibson Custom Certificate of Authenticity and a reissue-style hardshell case.
Highlights
- Thermally aged red spruce top
- Solid mahogany back and sides
- Custom Dark Walnut Top finish
- Historic 1942 Banner J-45 neck profile
Guitar Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Back Mahogany
Binding Single-ply top and back
Body Finish Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
Body Shape J-45
Bracing Traditional x-bracing with red spruce
Side Mahogany
Top Thermally aged red spruce
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
Fingerboard Material Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 19
Frets Legend Wire
Inlays Mother-of-pearl Dots
Joint Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body
Neck Material Mahogany
Nut Material Bone
Nut Width 43.81mm / 1.72in
Profile Historic
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge Rectangle, open slot
Bridge Pins Bone
Pickguard Tear Drop
Saddle Material Bone
Truss Rod Cover Black
Tuner Plating Nickel
Tuning Machines Strap open back, cream button
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Includes Gibson Accessory Kit
Model: DTCRS4HDWPSL1100
Case Period Correct Case
Strings Gauge 0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012
Gibson Custom 1942 Banner J-45, Gloss, Dark Walnut Top
Gibson Custom 1942 Banner J-45, Gloss, Dark Walnut Top
Free & Fast Shipping
Free & Fast Shipping
Orders placed before 1:00 PM Monday - Friday will be processed the same day. Orders placed after this cutoff will ship the next business day. All orders over £50 receive free ground shipping. During sale and promotion periods delivery might take a little longer than expected.
Lifetime Warranty
Lifetime Warranty
Shop and play with confidence knowing that your instrument is protected by our limited lifetime warranty. Learn more about warranties and exclusions here .
Case Included
Case Included
Your instrument ships with a factory-supplied hard- or soft-shell case for safe storage and transportation. Please refer to the product specifications for details.
Setup Included
Setup Included
Our craftory-trained technicians perform a final thorough inspection and detailed setup moments before your instrument is packed and shipped to you.
Three Free Months of the Gibson App
Three Free Months of the Gibson App
For a limited time only, receive a three-month subscription to the Gibson App for free with the purchase of this product. Click here to learn more about the Gibson App.
Banner J-45 from the Dark Side
This Gibson Custom Select 1942 Banner J-45™ features a custom Dark Walnut finish in a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer. Gibson Custom Select offers customizations of existing models, resulting in unique instruments that are rare to find in the wild. Customizations can include exotic tonewoods, alternative electronics, and more. These details are handpicked by Gibson’s experts who have a keen eye for detail. Crafted by skilled artisans in Bozeman, Montana, Gibson Custom Select instruments are made in small batches. This customized Banner J-45 wears a custom Dark Walnut finish with a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer.
The Gibson J-45 first appeared in Gibson’s lineup in 1942 and featured the banner logo until the end of 1945. These guitars are commonly referred to as being from the “banner-era,” made during World War II when there were material and workforce constraints. These guitars did not originally feature a truss rod due to the lack of metal that was available during the conflict. To compensate for the lack of a truss rod, the neck was made larger to withstand string tension better. Gibson acoustic guitars from this era were made by the “Kalamazoo gals,” who took the places of the men in the factory. Most of the workforce were seamstresses, with excellent attention to detail, making these vintage guitars highly desirable.
The Gibson Custom 1942 Banner J-45 is a modern recreation of the famed “banner-era” J-45, made from 1942 to 1945, but with the added stability of a truss rod. This gives the player added adjustability for changing environments. The guitar features a thermally aged red spruce top, a 1942 Banner J-45 Historic neck profile, Gibson script and banner logos silkscreened in gold on the peghead, and open-gear tuning machines. Under the top is red spruce X-bracing, fixed with hide glue to provide the top stability against string tension. The neck profile is modeled directly from vintage examples, which have a wider nut width than the typical J-45 Standard or other non-reissue instruments, measuring 1.77 inches rather than 1.73 inches.
This Gibson Custom Select 1942 Banner J-45 features a custom Dark Walnut finish that suits the model well. This Dark Walnut finish resembles a furniture finish commonly used during this time. The Banner J-45 core offerings only come in either a VOS or Murphy Lab Aged finish, so this gloss iteration gives the model a shiny new look on a classic model. Included with the guitar is a Gibson Custom Certificate of Authenticity and a reissue-style hardshell case.
Highlights
- Thermally aged red spruce top
- Solid mahogany back and sides
- Custom Dark Walnut Top finish
- Historic 1942 Banner J-45 neck profile
Guitar Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Back Mahogany
Binding Single-ply top and back
Body Finish Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
Body Shape J-45
Bracing Traditional x-bracing with red spruce
Side Mahogany
Top Thermally aged red spruce
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
Fingerboard Material Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 19
Frets Legend Wire
Inlays Mother-of-pearl Dots
Joint Compound Dovetail Neck-to-body
Neck Material Mahogany
Nut Material Bone
Nut Width 43.81mm / 1.72in
Profile Historic
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge Rectangle, open slot
Bridge Pins Bone
Pickguard Tear Drop
Saddle Material Bone
Truss Rod Cover Black
Tuner Plating Nickel
Tuning Machines Strap open back, cream button
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Includes Gibson Accessory Kit
Model: DTCRS4HDWPSL1100
Case Period Correct Case
Strings Gauge 0.053, 0.042, 0.032, 0.024, 0.016, 0.012
