Rev Roy Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 As many of you know, just a few months ago I bought my first Gibson - a J-15. Loved it. Sloped-shoulder/short scale/Gibson growl. What's not to love. But last week I boxed it up and my Guild (GAD) F-130ce and shipped them off to Bozeman. Ended up that the J-15 was the gateway drug that got me hooked on Gibson. And I was jonesing bad for a J-45. On a retired preacher's pay I can't afford to have more than two high-end guitars. So I had to give up two for one - and a bit of cash - to land the Workhorse. Got a good deal - and fair trade-in values - from Music Villa. And Paul did the setup for me based on the specs I gave him and what I told him about my playing style. It arrived today and what a beauty...in looks and tone. Between the short scale and great setup job, it's a joy to play. And you gotta love the cool wooden pick holder Paul threw in. :D Thanks for the great guitar and customer service, Paul! __________________ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Fine looking guitar. Congratulations and welcome to the ever-growing community of 'addicts' for whom the J-45 is the drug of choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hall Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Darn... That just plain works! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duluthdan Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Iconic and tasty. Good acquisition preacher ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwalker201 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Beautiful! Congrats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 . Very nice. Seems like your very pleased. The J-45 is a favorite here. Congrats and enjoy. . B) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Probably on the acoustic top 3 in this world. So simple - so sublime. And these black nuts 'new ones' carry the tradition further in the finest manner. Worth noticing that not only have the guard changed place recently, it has also gone from bevelled to softly curved. Wonder if they are thicker too - think so. Be glad - you are on horseback P.S. - my 2010 needed several years before the lacquer finally dried. Especially in the summer it got so greasy one thought a Kentucky Fried Chicken was involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58 Relic Posted March 29, 2016 Share Posted March 29, 2016 Just wonderful , good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesKing777 Posted March 29, 2016 Share Posted March 29, 2016 Probably on the acoustic top 3 in this world. So simple - so sublime. And these black nuts 'new ones' carry the tradition further in the finest manner. Worth noticing that not only have the guard changed place recently, it has also gone from bevelled to softly curved. Wonder if they are thicker too - think so. Be glad - you are on horseback P.S. - my 2010 needed several years before the lacquer finally dried. Especially in the summer it got so greasy one thought a Kentucky Fried Chicken was involved. My 2010 took a long while to find itself! But now! Phew. Congratulations! BluesKing777. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VincentG Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 Congratulations! You won't need anything else. Wait a few months for that nitro finish to harden, you won't believe the difference it makes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukec88 Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 Congrats! Did they put strap button on neck or you did? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Roy Posted March 30, 2016 Author Share Posted March 30, 2016 Congrats! Did they put strap button on neck or you did? I had them put the strap button on when they did the setup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Roy Posted March 30, 2016 Author Share Posted March 30, 2016 Wait a few months for that nitro finish to harden, you won't believe the difference it makes! Yep. The finish is definitely a bit greasy. If I'm reading the serial # right the guitar is less than two months old. Makes sense that a 5-star dealer just three miles from the plant would have fresh guitars. Plays and sounds great already...so any future improvement is only gravy. I'm not the only one who loves the tone. First time my wife heard me strumming the 45 she stopped in her tracks and said, "Wow! That's so beautiful and warm." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vtpicker Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 Very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickthemiller Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 Very very nice! Parting with the J15 must have hurt but that 45 looks like it's soothed the pain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly campbell Posted April 2, 2016 Share Posted April 2, 2016 Welcome and nice guitar...The Gibson's make you want more I fell in love with them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmokeyGhost Posted April 2, 2016 Share Posted April 2, 2016 As a J-45 owner myself I cannot but say you have superb taste. Seriously, a lovely guitar and congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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