Gibson J-45 Standard
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The J-45 Standard is the center of Gibson acoustic buying in a way very few guitars can match. People know what they expect from it: warmth, balance, familiarity and enough Gibson authority to feel worth the money. The used market rewards guitars that still feel open, well set-up and structurally uncomplicated, because there is always another J-45 if this one comes with baggage.
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Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $2,000 and $2,375; anything under $1,975 is worth a close look. Prices have been largely flat (-0.9%) vs. 12 months ago. The market is predictable month to month.
This is a liquid market at ~18/month in recent sales — buyers have leverage and can afford to wait for the right example.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~13% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.
Related models
Lower-priced entry: lighter build at a more accessible price.
Vintage-spec step up: ladder bracing and period-correct construction for a more traditional sound.
Gibson's other flagship round-shoulder dreadnought at a higher price: square-shoulder body and distinctive aesthetic.
For Sale (21 listings)
Unknown seller • 2015
2015 Gibson J-45 Standard Acoustic Guitar w/ Original Case
$2,499
Good![GIBSON J-45 Standard 2016 Vintage Sunburst [12225088] (07/02)](https://rvb-img.reverb.com/i/s--utfEe0qn--/quality=medium-low,height=800,width=800,fit=contain/7bdb9807-a654-47fe-88b3-3986b5496223.jpg)
ISHIBASHI MUSIC • 2016
GIBSON J-45 Standard 2016 Vintage Sunburst [12225088] (07/02)
$2,205
Good
Mark • 2024
Gibson J-45 Standard Vintage Sunburst 2024 – Excellent Condition – OHSC & Case Candy
$3,479
Excellent
Qsic - secondhand musical instruments store from Japan - • 2023
Gibson J-45 STANDARD 2023
$1,738
Excellent![GIBSON J-45 Standard VS [23115004] (06/29)](https://rvb-img.reverb.com/i/s--3lKr_b2r--/quality=medium-low,height=800,width=800,fit=contain/0bbf1355-e5c8-4739-a900-abea19a0712b.jpg)
![Gibson J-45 Standard Vintage Sunburst 2017 [11917004] (06/29)](https://rvb-img.reverb.com/i/s--7wmHfPrm--/quality=medium-low,height=800,width=800,fit=contain/507e469c-4348-4925-b7c0-634fec6ed825.jpg)
ISHIBASHI MUSIC • 2017
Gibson J-45 Standard Vintage Sunburst 2017 [11917004] (06/29)
$2,341
Good
Christopher's Boutique • 2023
Gibson J-45 Standard — Vintage Sunburst (2023)
$2,250
Very Good
Alan’s Gear Garage • 2009
Gibson J-45 Standard 2009 - 2019 - Vintage Sunburst
$1,840
Very Good
Simon's Gear Garage • 2009
2009 Gibson J-45 Standard - Vintage Sunburst | USA Slope Shoulder Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar L.R. Baggs Pickup | OHSC
$2,748
Excellent
Sam Ash Music Direct
Gibson J-45 Standard Acoustic Electric Guitar Heritage Cherry Sunburst (FIREWORKS26)
$2,587
Mint
Sam Ash Music Direct
Gibson J-45 Standard Left-Handed Acoustic-Electric Guitar Rosewood (FIREWORKS26)
$3,191
Mint
![Gibson J-45 Standard, 2010, Vintage Sunburst [12620047] (06/24)](https://rvb-img.reverb.com/i/s--_0ZVGvk0--/quality=medium-low,height=800,width=800,fit=contain/dea974da-d950-405a-8003-0ce18bd8d773.jpg)
ISHIBASHI MUSIC • 2010
Gibson J-45 Standard, 2010, Vintage Sunburst [12620047] (06/24)
$1,907
Good
Jason's Gear Garage • 2011
Gibson J-45 Standard 2009 - 2014 - Antique Natural
$2,299
Excellent