Epiphone J-45 Studio EC - Natural

The legendary workhorse, ready for stage and studio.

The Epiphone J-45 Studio EC in Natural takes one of the most iconic acoustic guitar designs of all time and adds modern, performance-focused features that make it a superb choice for today’s working musicians. Inspired by the legendary Gibson J-45 — long celebrated as the workhorse — this Studio EC model blends classic tone, comfortable playability and reliable electronics in a guitar that feels equally at home unplugged or amplified.

Built around a round-shoulder dreadnought body, the J-45 Studio EC delivers the warm, balanced sound the J-45 name is famous for. The solid Sitka spruce top provides excellent clarity, projection and dynamic range, and it’s a top that only improves with age, developing greater depth and character the more you play it. Whether you’re strumming big open chords or working through delicate fingerstyle passages, the response is smooth, musical and incredibly forgiving.

The addition of a classic cutaway makes a real difference for modern players, offering easy access to the upper frets for melodic lines, fills and expressive lead work. The comfortable body shape and familiar feel make it a joy to play for long sessions, whether you’re songwriting at home, rehearsing, or performing live.

For plugged-in performance, the J-45 Studio EC comes equipped with Fishman® electronics, featuring a Sonicore under-saddle pickup paired with the trusted Fishman Presys II preamp. This setup delivers a natural, balanced amplified tone with excellent feedback control, making it ideal for both stage and studio use. Onboard volume, bass and treble controls, along with a phase switch and built-in tuner, give you everything you need to dial in your sound quickly and confidently.

Finished in a clean Natural gloss, the Epiphone J-45 Studio EC keeps the look timeless and understated, letting the classic silhouette and wood grain speak for themselves. It’s a versatile, professional-feeling acoustic-electric that captures the soul of a true classic while offering the practicality modern players expect — and exactly the kind of guitar we’re always happy to recommend here at Musicmaker.

Features

• Epiphone J-45 Studio EC acoustic-electric guitar

• Round-shoulder dreadnought body shape

• Solid Sitka spruce top for clarity, projection and ageing tone

• Warm, balanced acoustic voice ideal for vocals and songwriting

• Classic cutaway for easy upper-fret access

• Fishman® Sonicore under-saddle pickup

• Fishman Presys II preamp with volume, bass, treble, phase and built-in tuner

• Natural gloss finish with timeless J-45 styling

• Comfortable, player-friendly feel for stage and studio use