Used Gibson B-45-12 Vintage Solid Top Acoustic Guitar Wood

Gibson B-45-12 Vintage Acoustic Guitar – Solid Top, Natural Wood

“12 Strings of Folk Legend”

A Historic Jumbo Acoustic with Lush, Chiming Tone

The Gibson B-45-12 is a vintage 12-string acoustic guitar first introduced in 1961, marking Gibson’s entry into the world of cataloged 12-string acoustics. Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides, this jumbo-bodied instrument delivers a rich, resonant voice with shimmering overtones—perfect for folk, blues, and classic rock.

Early models featured round shoulders and a trapeze tailpiece, but by 1962 Gibson transitioned to a square-shouldered body with a belly-style bridge and bridge pins, eliminating the tailpiece for improved sustain and tuning stability. The B-45-12 was favored by artists like Gordon Lightfoot and Leo Kottke, and remains a prized vintage piece for collectors and performers alike.

Highlights

• Solid Sitka spruce top for dynamic projection

• Mahogany back and sides for warmth and depth

• Jumbo body with square shoulders for bold tone

• Brazilian rosewood bridge and fingerboard (on early models)

• 12-string configuration with octave and unison tuning

• Cherry sunburst or natural wood finish options

Specifications

• Type: Acoustic guitar (non-electric)

• Strings: 12

• Top: Solid Sitka spruce

• Back & Sides: Mahogany

• Neck: Mahogany with adjustable truss rod

• Fingerboard: Brazilian rosewood (vintage models)

• Scale Length: 24 7/8"

• Nut Width: Approx. 1 15/16"

• Bridge: Belly-style with bridge pins (post-1962)

• Finish: Natural wood or cherry sunburst

• Application: Folk, blues, acoustic rock, studio and live use

• Origin: USA (Kalamazoo, Michigan)

Artists and Use Cases

Built for players who want lush acoustic resonance and vintage charm:

• Ideal for folk singers and acoustic storytellers

• Used in classic recordings for its full-bodied 12-string shimmer

• Popular among collectors for its rarity and historical significance

• A favorite for layering rich textures in studio arrangements

Ready to Strum a Piece of Gibson History?

If you're chasing vintage tone and timeless craftsmanship, this one delivers in spades. Buy today and experience this sonic capsule from the golden age of acoustic music!