Epiphone Inspired by Gibson 1942 Banner J 45 Acoustic Electric in Vintage Sunburst w/Gig Bag - ECJ45RVSNNH

Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue
in Vintage Sunburst

Honoring the legacy of Gibson’s most iconic acoustic, the Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue delivers vintage tone, historical craftsmanship, and modern reliability. Developed in collaboration with Gibson Custom, this Inspired by Gibson Custom edition meticulously recreates the timeless voice and character of the original 1942 "Workhorse"—one of the most sought-after guitars of all time.

With its thermally aged solid spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, the 1942 J-45 Reissue offers the rich, balanced warmth that has defined the model for decades. Scalloped X-bracing enhances tonal responsiveness, while the V-shaped mahogany neck and 24.75" scale make for a comfortable, vintage-accurate playing experience. Whether you're recording, performing, or collecting, this reissue captures the soul of a true classic—and it's ready for the stage with L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC electronics on board.

Key Features

• Thermally Aged Solid Spruce Top: Delivers vintage tone with enhanced projection and resonance
• Solid Mahogany Back and Sides: Offers warm, well-balanced sound with a rich midrange
• Scalloped X-Bracing: Traditional Gibson-style bracing for optimal tonal dynamics
• One-Piece Mahogany Neck with V Profile: Comfortable vintage feel true to the 1942 original
• L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC System: Studio-quality pickup with soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls
• Inspired by Gibson Custom Detailing: Open-book headstock, dot inlays, bone nut and saddle, vintage-style open-back tuners
• Red Line-Inspired Hardshell Case: Custom graphic exterior with plush interior protection

Specifications

• Body Shape: J-45
• Top: Thermally Aged Solid Spruce
• Back & Sides: Solid Mahogany
• Bracing: Scalloped X-Bracing
• Binding: Single-ply Ivory (Top and Back)
• Neck: One-Piece Mahogany
• Neck Profile: V
• Nut Width: 1.73" / 44mm
• Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
• Scale Length: 24.75" / 628.65mm
• Number of Frets: 19
• Nut: Bone
• Inlay: Mother-of-Pearl Dots
• Bridge: Rosewood Rectangle, Closed Slot
• Tuners: Open Back Three-on-a-Plate with Cream Buttons
• Plating: Nickel
• Electronics: L.R. Baggs Element Bronze VTC
• Controls: Soundhole-mounted Volume and Tone
• Case: Red Line-Inspired Hardshell with Inspired by Gibson Custom Graphics
• SKU: ECJ45RVSNNH1, ECJ45RVSNNH1L

The Epiphone 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue is more than a tribute—it's a player-focused, collector-worthy acoustic built to inspire. From its historically accurate craftsmanship to its modern-stage-ready pickup system, this is a guitar that truly lives up to the "Workhorse" name.