Gibson J-45 History - Is This the Most Iconic Acoustic Guitar of All Time?!

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  • čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
  • Is this the most iconic acoustic guitar of all time?! In this video Meg takes a look at a brief history of the timeline of the Gibson J45. Used by famous musicians for decades from Elvis Presley, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan and Elliot Smith, theres no denying the Gibson J45 has played a huge role in the evolution of acoustic guitars.
    We'll dive into when the J-45 was first created, how they've evolved over time and the different variations of this model that have been made. Plus a tonal comparison of two current J45 models, putting them to the test mic'd up and recorded through the line in. If you've been a fan of the Gibson brand then you are bound to find some interesting facts in this video about a well beloved acoustic guitar!
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    00:00 Intro
    1:35 Early Gibson Guitars
    3:00 J-45 Origin & Development
    5:25 Notable J-45 Artists
    6:06 Gibson J-45 Montana Original
    6:56 J-45 Playing Comparison
    10:55 Guitar Maturation
    11:20 Outro
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Komentáře • 40

  • @O_Towne_Bear
    @O_Towne_Bear Před rokem +4

    Another informative vid and, as always, really enjoy your playing. Thanks, Megan.

  • @Torsee
    @Torsee Před rokem +4

    Interesting video!
    Well spoken, well thought out.
    Well played!

  • @brandonbarnesmusic4810
    @brandonbarnesmusic4810 Před rokem +6

    The Martin D-28 and Gibson J45 are the most iconic acoustic guitars ever.

  • @telekon809
    @telekon809 Před rokem +2

    Thanks Meg interesting vid , lovely Gibson s ,your work is appreciated cheers

  • @michaelkelly6583
    @michaelkelly6583 Před rokem +1

    As usual, Meg, well done. Love the J-45!

  • @emearg191
    @emearg191 Před rokem +4

    Love Meg’s videos

  • @miroslavmp
    @miroslavmp Před rokem +1

    Great history video!!! Absolutely love these slope shoulders. ❤‍🔥 I play the Epiphone J-15 EC NA and it's my favorite acoustic 🙌

  • @aviator_bryan
    @aviator_bryan Před 4 měsíci

    Love my 2013 J45 Cobraburst. She's a keeper.

  • @russellpartain822
    @russellpartain822 Před měsícem

    D28 is my pick. Longer scale length. Higher pressure on the top. It pushes more volume. It is the tone Imprefer.

  • @ArapuniWizard
    @ArapuniWizard Před 9 měsíci

    Great video and nice playing. Did I see some DADGAD playing? You hit the nail on the head when you mentioned the combination of the spruce's brightness and the mahogany's warmth. Don't forget Jimmy Page played one of these, most notably on "Babe, I'm Gonna Leave You". When I heard that, I had to have one! You're a living treasure!

  • @michaelbobson6375
    @michaelbobson6375 Před rokem +1

    Enjoyed the Video!
    50s seemed to have the edge.

  • @KenKuroGuitar
    @KenKuroGuitar Před 8 měsíci

    Wonderful!

  • @jimmycollette9209
    @jimmycollette9209 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I have a 2020 j-45 I bought new. I love the shorter scale length. It is more comfortable than the longer scale length of my hd-28 or d-35 martins. It has become my main giging guitar since I bought it. The action was better off the rack than the martins. I had to have a setup on both martins to get them where I wanted. Now I really enjoy playing either. They all are different in their own way. I think martin has really hit the nail on the head with the new super D to complete with the Gibson j-200. Geat picking also.

  • @josephmarnell4075
    @josephmarnell4075 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Love the J45 50's as I have that same guitar. But I simply do not care for the pickups. Just kills the tone of the guitar and its dynamic range. Much prefer to mic the J45 as well as any acoustic if that is an option

  • @McCambira
    @McCambira Před rokem

    The best acoustic guitar of all time👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @tonycooper3382
    @tonycooper3382 Před 7 měsíci

    I have a cherry blend j45 adjustable bride , do you know what year it was built? 12:59 12:59 how can I send you a picture of my guitar?

  • @michaelreynolds6543
    @michaelreynolds6543 Před 9 měsíci

    How can you not mention the beautiful J45 played by Ralph McTell its an amazing instrument and probably one of the best examples you will ever hear

  • @GuitarAndWhatevs
    @GuitarAndWhatevs Před rokem

    Mommy Meg

  • @darthsensei3838
    @darthsensei3838 Před 4 měsíci

    Iconic? No. Martin d28

  • @mr.astrophysics9115
    @mr.astrophysics9115 Před rokem +9

    Gibson = yawn 🥱 no one really wants or plays Gibson anymore a fact. only ones are executives that use them as wall art..Epiphones are the go to guitars now so get use to it and over it

    • @O_Towne_Bear
      @O_Towne_Bear Před rokem +8

      Still love me a Gibson so...
      Edit: Actually, most of my friends are Gibson fans/players. All working musicians (not suits).

    • @qwerty6789x
      @qwerty6789x Před rokem

      @@O_Towne_Bear they play the same 3 chord song? Its either japanese or custom made says a lot on the skill level as working musician atleast from where i am. Gibson are cringey.

    • @O_Towne_Bear
      @O_Towne_Bear Před rokem

      @@qwerty6789x American made and blues rock. Easy on the snobbery.

    • @rickraydubs
      @rickraydubs Před rokem +2

      A lot of country players do. I have owned a couple Martins but prefer my Yamaha.

    • @RyansResolve
      @RyansResolve Před rokem +4

      Gibson’s values are rooted in their history. As a brand, that’s what’s important to them, which is fine. Their choice to avoid too much innovation is a decision they make to maintain tradition and stay true to what made them what they are today. It won’t garner too many new fans but it will retain long time fans. That’s what they want, let them do what they want. The industry is still better with them involved.