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For a limited time, when you purchases any new Gibson or Epiphone guitar, bass guitar, acoustic guitar, or any other stringed instrument starting at $999, you can claim some serious cashback!
Promotion Dates: 1st May 2026 - 30th June 2026
A new Workhorse reborn with a 12-fret design. Since the 1930s, Gibson’s full-size, round-shoulder acoustics have shaped the sound of American music, becoming some of the most frequently recorded acoustic guitars thanks to their rich warmth, expressive character, and remarkable balance across every note. Among these celebrated instruments, the J-45™ has earned iconic status. First released in 1942, it quickly became known as the “Workhorse” for its straightforward design, understated looks, and enduring presence on stages and in studios around the world.
The J-45 Century 12-Fret carries the familiar character players love while introducing a 12-fret neck-to-body joint in place of the traditional 14-fret configuration. This design shortens the neck and shifts the bridge plate closer to the widest part of the top, allowing the soundboard to move more freely. The result is a warm, punchy, resonant voice with excellent responsiveness, particularly suited to fingerstyle playing and lighter picking dynamics.
Part of the Century Collection celebrating 100 years of Gibson flat-top craftsmanship, the J-45 Century 12-Fret pairs a mahogany body with a Sitka spruce top, outlined in single-ply cream binding. The mahogany neck features a SlimTaper™ 12-Fret profile and is joined to the body using a compound dovetail joint secured with hot hide glue. A rosewood fingerboard carries 19 frets and simple mother-of-pearl dot inlays.
Vintage-inspired details include open-back Golden Age strap tuners with cream buttons, an early-1900s Gibson script logo decal, and a sloped rectangle closed-slot rosewood bridge reminiscent of early J-45 models. A bone nut and saddle, TUSQ® bridge pins, and a hand-sprayed satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish complete the build. Each instrument ships in a premium Century Collection tweed hardshell case and is available in both right- and left-handed versions.
All orders over $150 will be automatically eligible for FREE Shipping Australia Wide, if you order is under $150 there will be a flat rate of $10.
Belfield Music is well known for its top online customer service. We treat all online customers with the same excellent service we give to our in store customer. We will ensure that you receive all the support you need while your goods are in transit and ensure the goods arrive promptly. All of our shipments have tracking numbers available and we cover every single unit by our own shipping insurance.
Online orders are normally processed within 1-3 business days. Once processed, your order should take between 1-8 business days to arrive depending on your location. Please note that your order may take up to 10 business days to arrive from the day you place your order.
If it transpires that the product is out of stock due to a stock discrepancy and/or there will be a delay in shipment, we will contact you within 2 business days of placing your order and give you the option of waiting or cancelling your order. The products we advertise online should show if they are in stock or not. We do our best to keep the website stock count up to date, but there may be an occasional error.
If you wish to utilize an Express Delivery Service to receive your item, please contact us for a shipping quote before you place your order at admin@belfieldmusic.com.au or by using the Chat icon on the bottom right of the page.
Deliver is made during the hours from 8:00am till 5:30pm Monday to Friday. As such, please ensure you nominate an address which is capable of receiving goods during 8am and 5.30pm. Given the restrictions on PO Box deliveries we cannot deliver larger sized items to a PO Box.
If for any reason our selected carriers don't service your area we will contact you before processing your order if this applys to you.
If you wish to return an item which is not damaged or faulty in any way and you have simply changed your mind or made the wrong decision, you must let us know within 7 days of receiving the item. We will not agree to refund an item because you simply changed your mind or made the wrong decision if we have not been advised of your intention within 7 days of receiving your item. Once we have provided a return authority, it is the buyer’s responsibility to return the item, at their own costs within 30 days from original purchase. If the item is returned with any damage or alteration to its original packaging, we will refund the item subject to applying a minimum 15% restocking fee. We will not refund the costs of the initial shipping charges.
It is in Belfield Music best interests to keep our customers happy with their purchases. If you are not happy with your purchase, please talk to us first. We will always attempt to resolve any problems you may have as best we can. To contact us please email us at admin@belfieldmusic.com.au or by using the Chat icon on the bottom right of the page.
Exciting news from Belfield Music! We are now offering a 25-Point Guitar Health Check for all guitar enthusiasts. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this service is designed to ensure that your guitar is in top shape and performing at its best, so that it’s ready to play “straight out of the box”.Here's what you can expect from Belfield Music's 25-Point Guitar Health Check:
The 25-Point Guitar Health Check is an excellent opportunity to ensure your guitar is in optimal condition, even if you don't require a full setup. A thorough guitar check-up can help prevent potential issues, prolong the life of your instrument, and maintain its best possible performance.
25-Point Guitar Health Check includes:
Fit & Finish
Setup
Electronics
Finishing
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