Gibson J-45ADJ 1962 Ex Amy Wadge Cherry Sunburst

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1962 Gibson J-45 ADJ Cherry Sunburst – Formerly Owned by Amy Wadge This is something rather special. A genuine 1962 Gibson J-45 ADJ in Cherry Sunburst, formerly owned by the acclaimed singer-songwriter Amy Wadge — and, rather wonderfully, a guitar with a genuine songwriting history attached to it. This is the actual instrument presented to Amy by her publishers, BDI Music and Buck Music, to celebrate the phenomenal success of “Thinking Out Loud”, the number one hit she co-wrote with Ed Sheeran in 2014. Amy has used this very guitar in her studio for songwriting and recording, giving it a provenance that goes considerably beyond simply owning a great vintage Gibson. This is a working songwriter’s instrument that has been part of the creative process of one of the most successful songs of the era. The guitar comes with the original presentation card from BDI Music and Buck Music, documenting the gift, and Amy will provide a personal letter of authenticity for the next fortunate owner. As a vintage J-45, it is an exceptional example. The guitar is completely honest and gloriously original in appearance, with plenty of beautifully developed lacquer checking and the signs of use you would expect from a 60-plus-year-old instrument that has actually been played and used for its intended purpose. It is important to be completely transparent about its history. This guitar has received maintenance and repair work over the years, and we feel this should be regarded as part of its history rather than something to hide. There has previously been a repair to the back of the guitar, which has been professionally re-glued and stabilised. There is also a very small split in the top adjacent to the soundhole, extending towards the neck. This is a type of top split that is not uncommon on vintage Gibson acoustics of this age. It has been noted as part of the guitar's condition and should be considered when viewing the instrument. The bridge plate also has a small crack and s