Gibson J-45 Studio
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The J-45 Studio is the more utilitarian branch of the slope-shoulder world, aimed at players who want the shape and much of the voice without the full J-45 Standard bill. It is a value question more than a romance question. The good ones still feel like real Gibsons; the weak ones feel like a reminder to save longer for the Standard.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $1,525 and $1,700; anything under $1,500 is worth a close look. Some price variation month to month, but within a normal range.
This model rarely comes to market at ~4/month. When one does appear, expect less room to negotiate on price.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~16% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.
Related models
Full-spec step up: gloss finish and complete J-45 appointments at a higher price.
Companion studio acoustic at a similar price: square-shoulder dreadnought with a different tonal character.
Vintage-spec step up: ladder bracing and a more faithful period-correct construction.
For Sale (21 listings)
Unknown seller • 2025
2025 Gibson J-45 Studio - Guitar Center Exclusive Ebony
$1,800
Good
Robot Monster Guitars • 2023
Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut 2023 - 2024 - Satin Natural
$1,999
Good
Private party • 2025
Gibson J-45 Studio 2025 - Rosewood Burst Gloss Top & OHSC
$1,720
Excellent
Southend Music Exchange
Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut Electro-Acoustic Guitar with Hardcase - Natural - (Pre-Owned)
$2,236
Very Good
Dennis's Gear Bazaar • 2020
Gibson J-45 Studio Rosewood 2020 - 2022 - Rosewood
$1,730
Excellent
Gear Locker • 2024
Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut Acoustic-Electric Guitar (2024) - Natural (with Gibson Hardshell Case)
$1,899
Very Good
Private party • 2025
Gibson J-45 25' Studio Gloss Top 2025- Rosewood Burst Fantastic Sound
$1,795
Excellent
ProAudioStar
Used Gibson 50s J-45 Studio Walnut A/E Guitar - Vintage Sunburst w/Bag
$2,600
Excellent
Top 40 Guitars • 2025
Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut Acoustic-Electric Guitar 2025 - Walnut Burst Finish
$2,199
Mint
Dixbi Inc. • 2025
Gibson J-45 Studio Rosewood • Gloss Rosewood Burst • 2025 • 4.7 lb
$1,798
Excellent
Memorial Music
Used Gibson J-45 Studio Rosewood Acoustic/Electric Guitar
$1,800
Excellent
Haggerty's Music • 2025
Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut Acoustic/Electric Guitar - Walnut Burst with Hardshell Case
$2,159
Mint
Backyard Music • 2019
Gibson J-45 Studio 2019 * L.R. Baggs Element Pickup System
$2,350
Excellent
