Epiphone J-45 Express Acoustic Guitar - Vintage Sunburst with Gig Bag

Epiphone J-45 Express | Vintage Sunburst | Haggerty’s Music

The ultimate travel companion and the perfect start for new players. The Epiphone J-45 Express is a versatile 7/8 size acoustic guitar that packs the spirit of the legendary "Workhorse" into a compact, easy-to-handle frame. Whether you’re a seasoned guitarist looking for a reliable couch guitar or a beginner searching for an instrument that won't strain your hands, the J-45 Express is built to inspire.

Now available at Haggerty’s Music in a classic Vintage Sunburst finish, this guitar offers a big sound in a portable package.

Why the J-45 Express is a Must-Have

Designed for comfort and portability, this 7/8 size model ensures that great tone is always within reach.

• Compact 7/8 Size Body: The smaller footprint makes it the ideal travel guitar for road trips, camping, or flights, while still maintaining the iconic J-45 round-shoulder aesthetic.
• Easy-to-Play Scale Length: The shorter 22.68" scale length reduces string tension and eases finger stretching. This makes complex chords and lead lines more accessible for students and players with smaller hands.
• Quality Tonewoods: Built with a layered spruce top and a layered mahogany body, the J-45 Express delivers a balanced, punchy tone that punches well above its weight class.
• Comfortable Mahogany Neck: Featuring a mahogany neck and a smooth laurel fretboard, this guitar provides a familiar, comfortable feel that makes long practice sessions a breeze.
• Ready for Adventure: Every J-45 Express comes with a gig bag included, ensuring your new favorite travel companion is protected from the moment you leave the shop.

Body

• Top Material: Layered Spruce
• Back & Side Material: Layered Mahogany
• Body Shape: J-45 (Small Body / 7/8 Scale)
• Binding: 4-ply Top, Single-ply Back
• Finish: Gloss Vintage Sunburst

Neck

• Material: Mahogany
• Profile: "C" Shape
• Joint: Glued-In, Set Neck
• Scale Length: 576.0mm / 22.68in
• Fingerboard Material: Laurel
• Fingerboard Radius: 304.8mm / 12.0in
• Fret Count: 19 Medium
• Inlays: Pearloid Dot
• Nut Material: Molded White
• Nut Width: 43.0mm / 1.69in

Hardware

• Bridge: Reverse Belly (Laurel)
• Saddle Material: Compensated White
• Bridge Pins: White Plastic with Black Dot
• Tuning Machines: Mini Die-Cast
• Pickguard: Tortoise Teardrop
• Hardware Finish: Nickel
• Truss Rod: Dual Action

Miscellaneous

• Case: Gig Bag included
• Accessories: Three Guitar Picks
• Headstock: 7/8 Scale Kalamazoo with Silver Silkscreen Logo
• Model Number: ES1PPJ45VSNH1
• Strings Gauge: .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053

Shop at Haggerty’s Music

Since 1963, Haggerty’s Music has been the premier destination for musicians across South Dakota. Visit our showrooms in Rapid City on West Main St to try out the J-45 Express in person. Our expert staff is here to help you find the perfect fit for your lifestyle and skill level.