Collings CJ45 T - Sunburst

CJ-45 T

As with all of Collings' Traditional Series guitars, when it came time to add a "T" designation to their slope-shoulder offerings, they didn't simply tweak the original; the all-new Collings CJ-45 T is a fully re-imagined instrument that offers a distinct tonal variation when compared to Collings' CJ and CJ-35 models.

Strongly vintage-inspired, the body construction has been completely re-engineered, including new bracing carves and patterns. When combined with Collings' latest T-Series neck design and new CJ-45 neck profile, the result showcases a tone that is exceptionally dry and fundamental with the growl and thump sought after in the great slope-shoulder dreads of the Wartime era.

BRACING
Behind the scenes but foundational to an acoustic guitar's tone is its bracing. While the CJ-45 T shares the same body shape as other Collings CJ models, its top and back Wartime X-bracking is entirely different in layout, profile, and carve, resulting in a dry and direct fundamental with quick decay that significantly expands the line's tonal range. 

TRADITIONAL SERIES FINISH
As with every collings Traditional instrument, the all-nitrocellulose finish on the CJ-45 T is ultra-thin, providing an unmatched response and resonance when paired with its lightweight T-Series build and materials. 

FLAT BACK DESIGN
The CJ-45 T incorporates an exceptionally flat back design compared to other Collings flat tops, a feature which enhances the instrument's direct, forward tone, pronounced midrange, and strongly vintage-inspired voice.

NECK PROFILE
With its full C-shape, the new neck profile on Collings' CJ-45 T is substantial in terms of both feel and its contributions to tone and response while also benefiting from the adjustable flat bar design and construction techniques of Collings' most recent Traditional Series necks.

ROSEWOOD FRETBOARD
Hand-selected for tonal warmth and vintage vibe, every CJ-45 T features an Indian rosewood fingerboard with elegantly tapered mother-of-pearl long dot inlays.

PLAYABILITY
A combination of exacting PLEK machine leveling and hand fret dressing ensures consistently excellent playability and a silky fret feel.

ROSETTE
Unique to the CJ-45 T are its fully esposed rosette and shortened, 19-fret fretboard, and aesthetic which makes it instantly recognizable among the Collings lineup.

COLLINGS WORKMANSHIP
Meticulous workmanship and attention to detail have been core tenets of Collings intstruments since their earliest days. Collings takes pride in not only having maintained this focus on quality over the years, but continuing to improve upon it with each instrument Collings produces. 

A SPECIAL GUITAR
The CJ-45 T is one of the most recorded guitars in Nashville!

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