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.
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Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $1,325 and $1,575; anything under $1,325 is worth a close look. Some price variation month to month, but within a normal range.
This is a slow-moving market at ~4/month. Sellers may wait longer for the right buyer; don't expect a quick flip.
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
BBMusic • 2020
Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut 2020 Antique Natural Upgraded Pickup
$1,649
Very Good
Troy's Gear Outlet • 2025
Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut 2025 - Antique Natural
$1,580
Excellent![GIBSON J-45 Studio Satin Walnut Burst [13529018] (06/29)](https://rvb-img.reverb.com/i/s--oLE3WEAM--/quality=medium-low,height=800,width=800,fit=contain/865d8533-62d7-4d53-9b13-664490f71cae.jpg)
ISHIBASHI MUSIC • 2019
GIBSON J-45 Studio Satin Walnut Burst [13529018] (06/29)
$1,531
Good
TradeRouteRob • 2019
Gibson J-45 Studio 2019 - Natural Sitka Spruce, Walnut and Mohogany
$1,275
Excellent
Defshepherd's Gear Candy • 2025
2025 Gibson J-45 Studio Rosewood - Gloss Natural
$1,695
Excellent
Private party • 2023
2023 Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut Satin-Near Mint in Original Gibson Case
$1,574
Excellent
WARPED MIRROR • 2025
Gibson J-45 Studio Rosewood 2025 - Present - Gloss Rosewood Burst, Upgraded with Hard Case
$1,999
Excellent
Aldo's Gear Depot • 2025
Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut 2025 - Present - Gloss Natural
$1,680
Excellent
Moe's Guitars: “If we wouldn't play it, we wouldn't sell it." • 2004
Gibson J-45 Studio 2004 - Natural Satin
$1,999
Excellent
Fast Cash Silverton • 2019
Gibson Montana J-45 Studio 2025 - Walnut Burst
$2,300
Excellent
Rhythm by Reid Guitars, LLC • 2025
2025 Gibson J-45 Studio - Guitar Center Exclusive Ebony
$1,800
Very Good
Luke's Guitar Shop • 2022
Gibson J-45 Studio Walnut Gloss 2022 Antique Natural with Gibson Hard Case
$1,599
Very Good
Dennis's Gear Bazaar • 2020
Gibson J-45 Studio Rosewood 2022 with LR Baggs Anthem pickup
$1,725
Excellent