“The works” restoration by Matt Kerslake in Sebastopol, CA: new bridge, bridge plate and a refret. Sounds great, plays great. Matt is making a specialty of taking worn-down guitars and bringing them back to life.

Here’s some VIDEO.

A J-50 is essentially a J-45 with a natural, triple-bound top. But they also typically run less expensive than J-45s. Read all about them HERE. Short-scale at 24-¾”. Narrow fingerboard at 1-11/16.”

Famous J-50 players include Jorma Kaukonen, Teresa Tudury, Jano Brindisi, John Hiatt, Brad Paisley, and Bob Dylan.