ajp1954

Yes, I have ready many posts asserting a J45 must have mahogany b&s. Personally I'm fine to call it whatever, maybe call it a J-Ro. I was more concerned about the man made fret board but I'm over it. I have some nice guitars and this holds it own with no problem. It's a fine rosewood dread which was the missing piece for me... until now.

Thanks for all of your replies. I have to admit it was a bit of an impulse purchase and GC being GC wasn't very accurate in identifying the exact model. I have since learned that it is very likely one of their new rosewood versions with the Richlite fretboard. At first I was a bit dismayed but it plays great and feels exactly like my other guitars with ebony fretboards. I was looking for rosewood Martin since I already have a mahogany guitar and this J45 caught my eye. Its a great player with a big sound and I definitely preferred it to the Martin D28 and 35 they had available. All in all I am very happy with the purchase. Thanks again to all of you for your replies.

I bought a J45 at Guitar Center that I can't find in any search. It's a Rosewood model with ebony finger board and abalone sound hole. The label says custom shop but it doesn't have the features of other customs I've seen. I suppose it's a special GC version that is a cross between a standard and true custom. I included a picture and appreciate any information folks have. It does sound and play great and I'm very happy with the purchase and price. Thanks, Tony