davistld01 Posted December 6, 2018 Share Posted December 6, 2018 Up until recently I would have called myself a “Martin guy”, but that was before I played my first Gibson a week ago. Wow! It was a J45 Custom & I was blown away by the volume, tone & presence. I am currently looking at a near spotless 2013 J-180ec for a possible purchase. Can some of you experienced Gibson guys give me a “review” on the guitar? I can buy it for around $1200. Is that a good deal? Thanks! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard McCoy Posted December 16, 2018 Share Posted December 16, 2018 The J-180 is a mini-jumbo with maple back and sides that sounds decidedly different than a J45 Custom. Depending on the condition and age of the guitar, it might be a fair deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave F Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 Most of the J45 Customs are rosewood back and sides. Don't expect the same results from a different body shape with different tonewoods. Not to say one is better than the other, it's just a matter of taste. They are different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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