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Casino

1964 Epiphone E230TDV Casino with Tremotone

## Electronics

### Pickups

1961-1962: P-90 with black dogear cover1962-1965: P-90 with nickel dogear cover1965-1969: P-90 with chrome dogear cover

### Knobs

1961-1964: Top Hat1964-1969: Reflector

The Epiphone E230TD Casino is a hollowbody archtop electric guitar. Introduced in 1961, it is the Epiphone equivalent of the Gibson ES-330TD. The Casino was redesigned slightly over its production run. Like other Gibson-produced thinline, dual-cutaway models, the Casino's body shape was adjusted over time.

While a trapeze tailpiece is standard on the Casino, tremolo options were offered with the Epiphone Tremotone or Bigsby tailpieces. The Epiphone Frequensator, typically included on the Riviera or Sheraton models, occasionally appears on the Casino, particularly late-1960s examples.

## 1961

Upon its introduction, the Casino featured dot fretboard inlays, black plastic-covered P-90 pickups, a tortoiseshell pickguard, and a sloped dovewing headstock with Kluson Deluxe tuning machines with ivory buttons. Early examples included a brass headstock badge before being replaced with a silkscreen logo. The tortoiseshell pickguard was also replaced with a multi-ply white version.

## 1962

In 1962, the Casino was redesigned. By the end of the year, it featured nickel-covered P-90 pickups, an inlaid Epiphone logo on the headstock, and reverse parallelogram fretboard inlays.

## 1964

In 1964, along with most other Epiphone models, the Casino received the "hourglass" headstock that was in use for the remainder of the decade. In mid-1965, nickel hardware was replaced with chrome and the nut was reduced in width, as with all other Gibson-produced models.

## E230T

The E230T Casino features the same construction as the E230TD, but has only one P-90 pickup in the center position.

## Famous Players

* Paul McCartney (1962 E230TD, serial number 84075, with Bigsby B7, Shaded, converted to left-handed)
* George Harrison (1965 E230TD with Bigsby B7, Shaded, later stripped)
* John Lennon (1965 E230TD, serial number 328393, Shaded, later stripped)

## Gallery

1961-1962 E230TD Casino1961-1962 E230T Casino1963-1964 E230T Casino1964 E230TDV Casino with Tremotone1964-1969 E230T Casino1967 E230TD Casino with Frequensator tailpiece1968 E230TD Casino with 19th-fret neck jointPaul McCartney's 1964 Casino, Serial Number 84075John Lennon's 1965 Casino, Serial Number 328393, finish stripped
## Shipping Records

Epiphone shipping records from the period are believed to be largely accurate in regards to total units shipped, but are often incomplete or missing details when referring to specific models in specific years. Until 1967, Epiphone records do not differentiate between between finish options. Beginning in 1967, E230TD(V) models with no color indication refer to the Shaded finish. Single-pickup models never indicate finish. Vibrato-equipped models (E230TV and E230TDV) do not differentiate between Epiphone Tremotone and Bigsby vibratos.
Elitist Sheraton

Epiphone Elitist Sheraton

The Epiphone Elitist Sheraton is an archtop electric guitar produced between 2002 and 2008. It is inspired by the mid-1960s Epiphone E212T Sheraton, but features a stop bar tailpiece instead of the original Frequensator.

Like other Elitist models, it was original marketed as the Elite Sheraton.

## From Epiphone (2006)

> Our top-of-the-line semi-hollow archtop, the Riviera is the “cadillac” of the thin-lines. Exquisite appointments like the “tree-of-life” and “block & triangle’ inlays, Gold Grover Imperial tuning keys, and binding on the body, headstock and neck, make this guitar a thing of beauty. But this guitar isn’t just a “looker”, the Sheraton comes with two USA New York Mini-Humbuckers and rivals it’s cousin the famous 335 in tonal qualities and playability.
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Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior

Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior in Classic White

The Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior is a solidbody electric guitar introduced in 2021. It is based on Green Day guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong's personal Les Paul Junior and previously-produced Gibson signature models.

Based on the mid-1950s Les Paul Junior design, it includes Billie Joe Armstrong's signature on the reverse of the headstock, and includes a custom case with leopard print lining.

## From Epiphone (2021)

> Epiphone is proud to present the new Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior, an outstanding guitar choice for beginners and pros alike. The Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior features a slab mahogany body, a mahogany neck with an Indian laurel fretboard and 22 medium jumbo frets, a powerful PRO P-90 pickup, and master volume and master tone controls with CTS® potentiometers. Rock-solid tuning stability is assured with the Epiphone Vintage Deluxe tuners, Graph Tech® nut, and the wrap-around Lightning Bar bridge.
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Texan (Anniversary Series)

1993 Epiphone Texan in Vintage Sunburst

The Epiphone Anniversary Series Texan is a flattop acoustic guitar, inspired by the 1960s Epiphone FT-79 Texan. This version of the Texan was produced by Gibson Acoustic in Bozeman, Montana. While labeled as limited edition of 500 guitars, "Gruhn's Guide to Vintage Guitars" and Walter Carter's "The Epiphone Guitar Book" both report only 170 examples produced between 1993 and 1995. It was available in Antique Natural and Vintage Sunburst.

While inspried by the Kalamazoo-era FT-79 Texan, the Anniversary Series features several differences. Unlike a traditional Texan, the Anniversary Series model featured a laminated arched back, as found on the earlier Epiphone Montana Series EM-20 and Gibson Gospel models. The headstock features gold silkscreen details and the pickguard displays an oblong Epiphone epsilon logo. The sunburst finish is applied in a traditional Gibson teardrop shape, rather than the Epiphone "edge burst" style.
Johnny A. Custom

Johnny A. Custom in Sunset Glow Gloss

The Johnny A. Custom is an archtop electric guitar.

## From Epiphone (2019)

> **Featuring Gibson 57 Classic™ humbuckers, Bigsby® B70 Vibrato, and hard case.**
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> Epiphone presents the Ltd. Ed. Johnny A. Custom Outfit, the premier signature hollowbody archtop by renowned guitarist, singer, and bandleader Johnny A. Featuring Johnny A.’s custom double-cutaway design in a Sunset Glow gloss finish, plus Gibson ’57 Classic humbuckers, Ebony Fretboard, Bigsby® B70 Vibrato, and hard case.
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Jared James Nichols Gold Glory Les Paul Custom

Jared James Nichols Gold Glory Les Paul Custom in Double Gold Vintage Aged

The Jared James Nichols Gold Glory Les Paul Custom is a solidbody electric guitar combining elements of the Gibson Les Paul Custom and Les Paul Junior. It is a modification of Nichols' previous signature Old Glory Les Paul Custom.
Casino (1980s)

## Epiphone Casino

Epiphone Casino

The Epiphone Casino is an archtop electric guitar inspired by the mid-1960s Epiphone Casino. It was produced beginning in 1980 by Matsumoku Industrial in Japan. Featuring near-identical construction to the previous model, it was now marketed worldwide and offered in a wider variety of finishes.

It is claimed that this model was available until 1989, though that is unlikely. Epiphone/Gibson's contract with Aria, and in turn Matsumoku, expired in 1985, and Matsumoku Industrial permanently closed in 1987.
150th Anniversary Sheraton

150th Anniversary Sheraton

The 150th Anniversary Sheraton is an archtop electric guitar produced in 2023 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Epiphone. It is based on an early 1960s Sheraton. Each model in the 150th Anniversary Collection was limited to 873 units.

Unlike the standard Sheraton, it features a one-piece mahogany neck and Gibson USA pickups. All 150th Anniversary models include a 1960s-inspired hardshell case.

## From Epiphone (2023)

> An Elegant Celebration of Tone
> Introducing the limited edition Epiphone 150th Anniversary Sheraton. This elegant instrument was created in celebration of Epiphone’s 150th anniversary. It features a semi-hollowbody crafted from layered maple with a maple centerblock for feedback resistance. The 22-fret one-piece mahogany neck has a bound Indian laurel fretboard with block mother of pearl and abalone inlays. The bound headstock has a historic Epiphone logo and tree of life in mother of pearl on the front, and a gold Epiphone 150th-anniversary logo on the back. The Epiphone 150th Anniversary Sheraton comes with premium electronics, including made-in-the-USA Gibson Mini Humbucker™ pickups wired to CTS® potentiometers, Orange Drop® capacitors, and a Switchcraft® three-way pickup selector switch and 1/4” output jack. The gloss Cherry finish is complimented by gold hardware, including Grover® Rotomatic® tuners, a LockTone™ Tune-O-Matic™ bridge, and a Tremotone vibrato tailpiece. An Epiphone 150th Anniversary Historic Hardshell Case is included.
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1959 Les Paul Standard (2009)

1959 Les Paul Standard in Faded Cherryburst

The 1959 Les Paul Standard is a solidbody electric guitar based on the 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard. Produced for the 50th anniversary of that model, it was produced in a limited edition of 1,959 examples.

## From Epiphone (2009)

> **Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Holy Grail!**
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> Most guitar historians and collectors consider the 1959 Les Paul Standard to be the "holy grail" of Les Pauls and all guitars of the modern era. Although the only significant change made that year was to flatter, wider frets that allowed more dramatic bends, the impact of that change was not truly realized until the 1960's when rock and blues players like Eric Clapton, Michael Bloomfield, and Peter Green discovered the magical sound and feel of the Les Paul Standard. To commemorate this classic instrument, Epiphone introduces the Limited Edition "1959" Les Paul Standard. Epiphone has had a long history with Les Paul going back to the 1940's when Les would visit the Epiphone factory in New York at night and work on what has come to be known as the first solid body electric guitar. This Limited Edition pays homage to the man who started it all.
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John Jorgenson's Yellow Submarine Casino

John Jorgenson's Yellow Submarine Casino

John Jorgenson's Yellow Submarine Casino is a semi-hollowbody archtop guitar. Built in the late 1980s or 1990, it features ornate decoration inspired by The Beatles' "Yellow Submarine" film. Constructed in Nashville, Tennesee by Greg Rich, Phil Jones, and Jim Triggs at the Gibson Custom Shop, it features a center block, making it a semi-hollow model (like the Sheraton or Riviera), rather than a fully-hollow guitar like the original Epiphone Casino. It was later modified, and damaged during the 2010 Nashville flood. As of 2020, it was on display at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Arizona.

Based on its production date, the Yellow Submarine Casino is likely the first Epiphone guitar to be built in the United States in the post-Norlin era.

## From Jorgenson (2020)

> Back in the late 80s my longtime friend Greg Rich was working at Gibson, who had hired him after seeing his skilled recreations of their fancy 20s era banjos. Gibson showcased his creativity by using his flashy, theme-decorated instruments to draw attention to their booths at NAMM. I proposed an idea to Greg to create an Epiphone Casino with a Sgt Peppers theme, as the Beatles had used that model extensively on that album. Greg was inspired to switch to the Yellow Sub theme, and I requested the body/neck configuration of the 335 with a center block, P90s, and later switched the tailpiece to a wraparound bridge. As you can see from these vivid photos from 1990 when it was new it is a stunning piece of work by Greg and his Gibson Custom Shop partner Phil Jones. I loved it from the get-go, and took a quick overnight flight from LAX to DFW between DRB shows (benefitting CSNY drummer Dallas Taylor) to get the guitar from Greg who was displaying it at the Dallas Guitar Show. I played it on many live shows with DRB and later Elton John, as well as on recordings with DRB, Roger McGuinn and The Byrds. It was in my storage locker during the Nashville Flood of 2010 and thus underwater for days...when it dried out the top had warped a bit and the metal parts were a bit rusty, but overall it survived well excepting the colors which had become quite faded. The guitar now lives in Phoenix on display at the Musical Instrument Museum where many can enjoy it’s eccentric beauty!
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Casino (2023)

Epiphone Casino in Natural

The Epiphone Casino is a hollowbody archtop electric guitar. It is based on the mid-1960s Epiphone Casino. This model is part of Epiphone's standard line. This version of the Casino replaced the previous model in 2023, replacing the Gibson-style orange label with a blue label inspired by the 1960s Kalamazoo-made models.

## From Epiphone (2023)

> **Epiphone’s Best-Selling Archtop and a Rock ‘N’ Roll Legend**
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> Since 1961, the legendary Casino has been Epiphone’s best-selling archtop and a rock ‘n’ roll standard. First introduced in 1961, the Casino was just one of several new thinline archtops designed and produced at the company’s adopted new factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan that it shared with one-time competitor and new partner, Gibson. The Casino was adopted by Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones who used a Casino to record the demo for “Satisfaction” at Chess Records in Chicago. Howlin' Wolf took a Casino on his first tour of the UK, appearing on Thank Your Lucky Stars. Shortly afterward, John Lennon and George Harrison bought Casinos for the Beatles' 1966 world tour. Featuring Dogear P-90T Classic™ pickups and a 5-ply maple body with basswood top bracing. Available in Natural and Vintage Sunburst color finishes.
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Masterbilt AJ-500R

The Epiphone Masterbilt AJ-500R is a slope-shoulder acoustic guitar. It is inspired by the Gibson Advanced Jumbo.

## From Epiphone (2006)

> The classic Jumbo shape of the AJ-500R is the preferred guitar of modern music legends.With gracefully sloping shoulders, solid Rosewood back and sides, and a solid Sitka Spruce top, the AJ-500Rblankets a room with deep,rich and rounded tones.
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## AJ-500RE

The Masterbilt AJ-500RE is an upgraded version of the AJ-500M, including an L.R. Baggs pickup system.
Masterbilt DR-500P

The Epiphone Masterbilt DR-500P is a square-shoulder acoustic guitar. It is inspired by dreadnought models created by C.F. Martin & Co.

## From Epiphone (2006)

> Crystal clear tone. Premiumgrade, Solid Maple back and sides add an extra level of brilliance to the sweet tone of a Solid Sitka Spruce top. The DR-500P cuts through like no traditional dreadnought ever.
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Les Paul Modern Figured

Les Paul Modern Figured in Caribbean Blue Fade

### Controls

2 Volume, Both with Coil-splitting and Treble Bleed, 2 Tone; One with Phase Switch

### Knobs

Top hat, clear

The Les Paul Modern Figured is a solidbody electric guitar based on the Gibson Les Paul Modern and evolution of the Les Paul Standard.

## Finish Options

Caffe Latte FadeOrange Magma FadeCaribbean Blue Fade
Olympic Special

The Epiphone SB721 Olympic Special was a solidbody electric guitar. As the Epiphone SB722 Olympic was redesigned for the 1963 catalog, the then-current Olympic was rebranded as the Olympic Special, retaining the symmetrical double-cutaway body. The Olympic Special was only offered with one single-coil pickup. Like other electric models at the time, the Olympic Special was offered with a Maestro vibrola option, indicated as model SB721 MV.

## 1962

Like the SB722 Olympic, the Olympic Special initially featured a symmetrical double-cutaway body, based on the Les Paul profile, and was a near-identical copy of the double-cutaway Gibson Melody Maker that had been redesigned in 1961.

## 1965

While other Epiphone solidbody electric guitars adopted an asymmetrical, double-cutaway body with rounded edges in 1963, the Olympic Special was redesigned in another direction. The new design featured an asymmetrical, double-cutaway body, but retained the square edges of earlier models.

## Gallery

1962 SB721 Olympic Special1965 SB721 Olympic Special
Les Paul Concert Ukulele

Les Paul Concert Ukulele in Heritage Cherry Sunburst

The Les Paul Concert Ukulele is a soprano ukulele.

## From Epiphone (2021)

> The EpiLani Soprano Ukulele is perfect for new ukulele students and was designed by Epiphone's luthiers in Nashville, Tennessee. Featuring an easy-to-play 13" scale neck with dot inlays and classic Hawaiian style binding. Includes a handy chord chart so you can start playing right away!
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Peter Frampton 1964 Texan

Peter Frampton 1964 Texan

The Peter Frampton 1964 Texan is a flattop acoustic guitar based on Peter Frampton's 1964 Epiphone FT-79 Texan. It is a limited edition of 500 units. A premium model was also produced.

## From Epiphone (2019)

> **Featuring a L. R. Baggs® pickup system, Solid Spruce Top, and rare Faded Vintageburst finish**
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Riviera (1994)

1994-1999 Epiphone Riviera with standard humbuckers

The Epiphone Riviera is an archtop electric guitar produced between 1994 and 2010. It is based on the 1960s Epiphone E360TD Riviera. A limited edition model was produced in 2011 for the European market.

It was introduced with standard humbucker pickups. In 1999, it was revised with mini humbuckers, making it more accurate to the Kalamazoo-produced model.

## Gallery

1999-2010 Riviera with mini humbuckers2011 European Limited Edition Riviera
Sheraton (Matsumoku)

Epiphone Sheraton

The Epiphone Sheraton is an archtop electric guitar produced between 1975 and 1985 by Matsumoku Industrial in Japan. It is inspired by the 1960s Epiphone E212T Sheraton. Between 1975 and 1979, it was marketed exclusively in Japan, before being offered worldwide in 1980.

Unlike the Kalamazoo-built Epiphone Sheraton, this model includes standard humbucker pickups and a stop bar tailpiece. In 1982, it was revised to include a Frequensator tailpiece. The pre-1982 features likely inspired the later Epiphone Sheraton II.

## Gallery

1982 catalog entry featuring Frequensator tailpiece
Slash Les Paul Standard (2021)

Slash Les Paul Standard in Appetite Burst

### Finish Options

November Burst, Appetite Burst, Vermillion Burst, Anaconda Burst, Victoria Gold Top

## Neck

### Headstock

Kalamazoo with inlaid logo and silkscreen

## Electronics

### Knobs

Top hat, black

The Slash Les Paul Standard is a solidbody electric guitar based on the Gibson Les Paul Standard with modifications by guitarist Slash.

## Finish Options

Viceroy Gold TopNovember BurstVermillion BurstAnaconda BurstAppetite Burst
Professional

## Epiphone Professional

Epiphone Professional guitar and amplifier outfit

The Epiphone Professional is an archtop electric guitar produced between 1962 and 1967. Unlike other Epiphone and Gibson models, it was sold as a package with the Epiphone Professional amplifier. Using a custom cable, all amplifier controls were located on the guitar pickguard.

While the specifications of the guitar and amp did not change, the guitar, like most others in the Epiphone catalog, was modified in 1964 to replace the sloped dove wing headstock with the new hourglass design.

The amplifier was offered in two versions: the EA7P, a 15-watt version with 12" speaker, and the EA8P, a 35-watt version with 15" speaker.

## Gallery

1962 Epiphone Professional with Tremotone1964 Epiphone Professional with FrequensatorProfessional controlsProfessional amplifier panel
Howard Roberts

The Epiphone Howard Roberts (also known as the Howard Roberts Standard) is an archtop electric guitar introduced in 1964.

## Production History

Upon introduction, the Howard Roberts was only available as an electric model. Upon introduction of the acoustic version, the electric model number was altered to add an E suffix; totals below refer to the acoustic or electric model regardless of the labeled model name.
Starling

Starling in Starlight Blue

The Epiphone Starling is a flattop acoustic guitar introduced in 2021.

## Epiphone Description (2021)

> **It’s Time to Let Your Own Musical Expression Take Flight**
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## Finish Options

Hot Pink PearlWine RedStarlight BlueEbony
Adam Jones Les Paul Custom

The Adam Jones Les Paul Custom is a solidbody electric guitar. It is a signature model for Adam Jones, based on his 1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom.

Seven models are offered in the Adam Jones Les Paul Custom Art Collection. The first model was released on December 6, 2022.

## From Epiphone (2022)

> The Epiphone Adam Jones Art Collection consists of seven Silverburst Les Paul™ Custom models, each featuring reproductions of different works of fine art on the back. Adam curated the featured artwork, and additional artwork, designed by artist Korin Faught, adorns the back of the headstock of each model. Five distinguished artists are featured in the collection, and only 800 guitars of each model will be produced. This unprecedented limited-edition collection brings Adam’s love of art and music together.
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## Mark Ryden's "The Veil of Bees" (December 2022)

> This model from the Adam Jones Les Paul Custom Art Collection features Mark Ryden’s “The Veil of Bees” on the back. It is also an exceptional instrument for your next musical masterpiece. It has a bound mahogany body with a maple cap, a three-piece bound maple neck with an Adam Jones Custom profile, and an ebony fretboard. It is equipped with a reverse-mounted Epiphone ProBucker™ Custom humbucker™ in the neck position and a Seymour Duncan® Distortion in the bridge; both are wired to CTS® potentiometers and Orange Drop® capacitors. A Marquee Back Plate with the artist's name and the name of the artwork is also included. Finished in Antique Silverburst as an homage to Adam’s beloved original Silverbust 1979 Gibson® Les Paul Custom, a Protector hardshell case is also included.
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Fallout 4 characters

* For characters in other *Fallout* games, please see "Character".
* For an overview of *Fallout 4* content, please refer to "Portal:Fallout 4."

## Legend

Characters shown here are grouped by their *initial* location and only locations with at least two named characters will have another section. Characters in other locations can be found in the "Miscellaneous locations" section.

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## Notes

Danse, Deacon, X6-88, and Gage will lose their essential tag upon the player character becoming enemies with their respective factions.

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Norlin Corp.

Norlin Corp. (Norlin) was a manufacturer of guitars and other musical instruments.

Formed in 1969 by the merger of Ecuadorian Company Limited (ECL) and Chicago Musical Instruments Co. (CMI), Norlin's name was formed by combining the names of the two company's presidents: ECL's Norton Stevens and CMI's Arnold Berlin.

In 1970, under Norlin management, Epiphone production at the Gibson factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan was discontinued, becoming a budget-conscious brand produced in Japan. The final Kalamazoo-made Epiphone instruments were the USA Map Guitar, Spirit, and Special models in 1982.

In 1986, a failing Gibson (including Epiphone) was purchased by Henry E. Juszkiewicz, David H. Berryman, and Gary A. Zebrowski. The new company, Gibson Guitar Corporation, continued operations in Nashville, Tennessee.
SG Muse

SG Muse in Scarlet Red Metallic

### Finish Options

Radio Blue Metallic, Wanderlust Green Metallic, Purple Passion Metallic, Smoked Almond Metallic, Jet Black Metallic, Scarlet Red Metallic

## Electronics

### Controls

2 Volume with coil splitting and treble bleed; 2 tone with phase switching

### Knobs

Speed knobs, clear

The Epiphone SG Muse is a solidbody electric guitar, based on the SG Modern.

## Finish Options

Smoked Almond MetallicScarlet Red MetallicJet Black MetallicPurple Passion MetallicRadio Blue MetallicPearl White MetallicWanderlust Green Metallic
Lil' Tex

The Lil' Tex is a flattop acoustic travel guitar, inspired by the Epiphone FT-79 Texan. Its label features the model number FT-19, joining the FT series along with its namesake and other Kalamazoo-era Epiphone acoustic models.

## Neck

### Headstock

Hourglass with silkscreen logo and inlaid cloud

## Hardware

### Truss Rod Cover

Bullet with crescent, multi-ply with logo

## From Epiphone (2021)

> The Lil’ Tex Travel Acoustic/Electric captures the classic look and sound of the iconic Epiphone Texan but is sized for easy travel. Ideal for new players! Featuring a solid spruce top in a traditional Faded Cherry finish, mahogany neck, Epiphone hardware, granadillo bridge, and passive acoustic pickup. Gig bag included. Epiphone stands behind every guitar they make with a Limited Lifetime Warranty and Gibson Brands™ Customer Service.
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UpTown Kat ES

Epiphone UpTown Kat ES in Sapphire Blue Metallic

### Finish Options

Sapphire Blue Metallic, Topaz Gold Metallic, Emerald Green Metallic, Ruby Red Metallic

## Hardware

### Truss Rod Cover

Bullet with crescent, multi-ply with logo

## Electronics

### Controls

Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Master Tone, Master Volume

### Knobs

Speed knobs, gold (Reflector, black on Sapphire Blue Metallic)

The Epiphone UpTown Kat ES is an archtop electric guitar and part of the Kat series. It was introduced in 2020.
Les Paul Traditional Pro IV (2021)

Les Paul Traditional Pro IV, Worn Pacific Blue

The Epiphone Les Paul Traditional Pro IV is a solidbody electric guitar. It was introduced in summer 2021 as a Guitar Center exclusive in the United States. It shares many construction details with the Inspired by Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s, but features a worn satin finish.

## Finish Options

Worn Wine RedWorn EbonyWorn Metallic GoldWorn Pacific Blue
Masterbilt Texan

Masterbilt Texan in Antique Natural Aged

The Masterbilt Texan is a flattop acoustic guitar based on the mid 1960s Epiphone FT-79 Texan.

## From Epiphone (2021)

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> The guitar that inspired two British Invasions joins the Masterbilt™ family! Based on the historic 60s-era Texans played by Paul McCartney and Peter Frampton. Featuring a solid Sitka spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides, bone nut and saddle, and the Fishman® Sonicore™ pickup and Sonitone™ preamp system. Includes a vintage-style blue rectangle soundhole label. Available in Antique Natural Aged and Faded Cherry Aged finishes and featuring Gibson™ strings. Epiphone stands behind every guitar they make with a Limited Lifetime Warranty and Gibson Brands™ Customer Service.
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Masterbilt DR-500R

The Epiphone Masterbilt DR-500R is a square-shoulder acoustic guitar. It is inspired by dreadnought models created by C.F. Martin & Co.

## From Epiphone (2006)

> The ultimate marriage of tone woods. A Solid Sitka Spruce top and premium grade Rosewood back and sides produce the classic dreadnought sound. The DR-500R makes a player feel just like it sounds - rich and powerful.
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PRO-1 Classic 3/4-size

PRO-1 Classic 3/4-size

The PRO-1 Classic 3/4-size is a small-scale classical acoustic guitar. It is a smaller version of the PRO-1 Classic.

## From Epiphone (2019)

> **A Reduced size Classical with Big Tone and PRO-1 Features**
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> The PRO-1 Classic 3/4 has all of the PRO-1 Collection’s innovative easy-to-play features:
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* > **Make friction fiction** - String and fingerboard friction not only slows your playing but also can hurt. Our PRO-Ease™ string and fingerboard coating provides sleek, smooth action with reduced string noise.�
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Wilshire (Original Collection)

Epiphone Wilshire in Cherry

The Original Collection Epiphone Wilshire is a solidbody electric guitar. It is based on the early 1960s Epiphone Wilshire. Introduced in 2020, this model is only the second time that early-style, symmetrical Wilshire has been produced since the original was redesigned in 1963.
Olympic

1967 Epiphone SB722D MV Olympic in Cherry

The Epiphone SB722 Olympic was a solidbody electric guitar. Introduced in 1960, it was redesigned multiple times before Epiphone production in Kalamazoo, Michigan ended in 1969. Model SB722 featured a single-coil pickup, while SB722D featured dual pickups. The Olympic, like many other Epiphone and Gibson models at the time, was available with both a stop bar tailpiece or a Maestro vibrola, indicated with model number SB722(D) MV.

## 1960

The original Epiphone Olympic featured a single-cutaway, Les Paul-style body, identical to the 1959 Gibson Melody Maker. It is arguably the first Epiphone electric guitar to be a direct copy of a Gibson model, a practice that would not be made common until 1989. It differs from the Melody Maker in headstock shape, as well as the lack of "Melody Maker" text on the pickguard.

## 1962

By 1962, the Olympic was redesigned for the first time. Now featuring a symmetrical double-cutaway body, still based on the Les Paul shape, it was again identical to the Gibson Melody Maker, which had been redesigned earlier in 1961.

## 1963

In 1963, along with the Epiphone Coronet, Wilshire, and Crestwood, the Olympic was redesigned for the second time, now featuring a wholly-origina double-cutawayl body shape shared with the other Epiphone solidbody electric models. Now featuring a sloped dovewing "Kalamazoo" headstock, the Olympic was no longer a direct copy of the Melody Maker. The previous double cutaway design was retained, now offered as the Olympic Special.

## 1965

The final incarnation of the Olympic came in 1965. Retaining the asymmetrical body shape, the headstock was changed to the six-in-line "batwing" design that had been adopted by other Epiphone solidbody models in 1963. It was produced in this form until 1969.

## 3/4 Model

The Olympic was also offered in a 3/4 scale version. Introduced in 1960 and available through 1963, the Olympic 3/4 was identical to the 1959 Gibson Melody Maker 3/4 model, just as the full-scale version was identical to the standard Melody Maker. Unlike the standard model, the Olympic 3/4 was not redesigned.

## Gallery

1960-1962 SB722 Olympic1962-1963 SB722 Olympic1962-1963 SB722D Olympic1963-1965 SB722 Olympic1963-1965 SB722D Olympic1965-1969 SB722MV Olympic1965-1969 SB722DV OlympicSB722 3/4 Olympic
## Shipping Records

While the total numbers are generally believed to be correct, records were not always specific in regards to finish color or tailpiece options, and do not indicate specific body styles that were in production during the same calendar year.
Olympic (Japan)

Epiphone Olympic

The Epiphone Olympic is a solidbody electric guitar produced between 1975 and 1979. It was produced by Matsumoku Engineering and marketed only in Japan. Despite sharing a name with the 1960s Epiphone Olympic, it has little in common with that model.

The Olympic featured a pair of humbucker pickups and a wraparound bridge, while the Olympic Custom featured a Tune-o-Matic bridge and Bigsby-style vibrato tailpiece.
Masterbilt AJ-500RC

The Epiphone Masterbilt AJ-500RC is a slope-shoulder acoustic guitar. Unlike most Epiphone models, the neck joins the body at the 12th fret.

## From Epiphone (2006)

> We have taken the AJ-500R and totally redefined it with a vintage V-shape neck, slotted peghead, and a neck that joins the body at the 12 fret. This gives you the look and feel of performing on the finest old dreadnoughts of the 20s and 30s.
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Les Paul Melody Maker

Les Paul Melody Maker in Sunset Yellow

### Finish Options

Ebony, Heritage Cherry Sunburst, Pacific Blue, Sunset Yellow, Turquoise, Vintage Sunburst

## Electronics

### Knobs

Top hat (Fender style), black

The Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker is a solid-body electric guitar based on the late 1950s Gibson Melody Maker and early 1960s Epiphone Olympic. It was previously marketed as the Les Paul SL.

## Finish Options

EbonyVintage SunburstSunset YellowTurquoise
Sheraton

1964 Epiphone E212TNV Sheraton

The Epiphone E212T Sheraton is a semi-hollow electric archtop guitar. Introduced in 1959, it was manufactured until Epiphone production in Kalamazoo ended in 1969. As with other Epiphone and Gibson models, the model number suffix generally indicated the finish color or tailpiece options. Like other Gibson-made thinline, dual-cutaway archtops, the Sheraton's body shape was gradually changed.

The prototype Sheraton features a slightly different body shape than production models, featuring the dual cutaways similar in shape to the Broadway and other electric archtops.

## 1959

The Sheraton was introduced, like other early Kalamazoo-made Epiphone models, using components acquired from the Epiphone factory in Philadelphia, including the Frequensator tailpiece, octagonal "circus tent" knobs, headstock veneer with script Epiphone logo, truss rod cover, and Epiphone Tone Spectrum pickups.

## 1960

In 1960, the Sheraton was gradually redesigned as various Philadelphia-made components were depleted. Newly-made headstock veneers retained the Tree of Life inlay but featured a Gibson-designed, non-script Epiphone logo. The Tone Spectrum pickups were replaced with new mini humbuckers, and the knobs with Gibson-standard black reflector knobs.

## 1964

In 1964, like most other Epiphone guitar models, the sloped dovewing headstock was replaced by the "hourglass" headstock most often associated with 1960s Epiphone guitars. It would retain these specifications through the end of its production.

## Gallery

1960-1963 E212T Sheraton1964 E212T Sheraton headstockSheraton prototype from early Epiphone catalog
## Shipping Records

Epiphone shipping records from the period are believed to be largely accurate in regards to total units shipped, but are often incomplete or missing details when referring to specific models in specific years. The E212TV - a Sheraton with a vibrato tailpiece - was included with non-vibrato totals in 1959 and 1960. Vibrato models also include both Tremotone- and Bigsby-equipped examples. Cherry finish, which was offered in catalogs as early as 1962, is not recorded until 1967, with earlier examples counted with the "standard" Shaded models with the same tailpiece.
Masterbilt DR-500M

The Epiphone Masterbilt DR-500M is a square-shoulder acoustic guitar. It is inspired by dreadnought models created by C.F. Martin & Co.

## From Epiphone (2006)

> The quintessential flat-top guitar. Premium-grade, Solid Mahogany back and sides, matched with a Solid Sitka Spruce top, produce the perfect guitar tone. The DR-500M can handle everything from power-rock rhythms to bluegrass leads.
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## DR-500ME

The Masterbilt DR-500ME is an upgraded version of the DR-500M, including an L.R. Baggs pickup system.
Masterbilt EN-546CE

The Epiphone Masterbilt EN-546RCE is a cutaway classical guitar.

## From Epiphone (2006)

> With a slightly narrower nut than the standard classical guitar, plus a cutaway body shape, the EN-546 makes steel-string guitarists feel instantly at home as they expand into nylon string guitars. This guitar is available with the L.R. Baggs Element system\* with a Preamp voiced personally by Lloyd Baggs to perfectly match the Epiphone Masterbilt EN-500 series guitars.
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Zephyr

The Epiphone E312T Zephyr is a thinline archtop electric guitar. Produced between 1959 and 1963, it is inspired by Zephyr, and particularly Zephyr Regent models produced by the independent Epiphone Inc. beginning in 1939. Like other Kalamazoo-era Epiphone guitars, natural-finished models were numbered E312TN.
Riviera Custom P93

Epiphone Riviera Custom P93 in Wine Red

The Epiphone Riviera Custom P93 is a thinline semi-hollowbody archtop electric guitar. It is inspired by the Epiphone Riviera. Originally introduced in Wine Red as a Musician's Friend exclusive in the United States, it has since been produced in a variety of finishes and available at other retailers. It is produced at a Gibson-owned factory in Qingdao, China.
Texan (USA Collection, 2020)

USA Collection Texan, Antique Natural

The USA Collection Epiphone Texan is an acoustic guitar based on the late 1950s model of the same name. Epiphone incorrectly claims it is "made in the USA for the first time in more than 50 years." First announced at Winter NAMM 2020, it was first shipped in spring 2020. It is produced by Gibson Acoustic in Bozeman, Montana.

## Finish Options

Antique NaturalVintage Sunburst

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Riviera

## Epiphone E360TD Riviera

1962 Epiphone E360TD Riviera

The Epiphone E360TD Riviera is an archtop electric guitar produced between 1962 and 1969. It is a simplified version of the Epiphone E212T Sheraton.

The Riviera did not receive any significant specification changes throughout its production. Like most other Epiphone guitars, the headstock was changed from the sloped dove wing to the hourglass design in 1964.

## Gallery

1964-1969 Epiphone E360TD Riviera1964-1969 Epiphone E360TD Riviera reverse
Unknown ES-335 Prototype

Unknown ES-335 Prototype

This unknown ES-335-style guitar was documented by Dave Anderson in an article for Myrareguitars.com in 2012.

While not an official, documented Epiphone instrument, it has many similarities with other instruments in the 1982 American Series.

It is a semi-hollow, archtop electric guitar, based on the Gibson ES-335. Like the Epiphone Spirit and Special, it includes Tim Shaw-designed Les Paul Reissue pickups dated to 1982, an Antique Sunburst finish, and an open book headstock with inlaid script Epiphone logo, as featured on the USA Map Guitar.

Its origins remain unknown.
Riviera (Japan)

## Epiphone Riviera

Epiphone Riviera

The Epiphone Riviera is an archtop electric guitar produced between 1975 and 1979. It was manufactured by Matsumoku Industrial in Japan, and inspired by the 1960s Epiphone E360TD Riviera, incorporating the standard humbuckers and fretyboard inlays of the Gibson ES-345. It was marketed exclusively in Japan.
Sorrento

## Epiphone Sorrento

1964 Epiphone E425T Sorrento

The Epiphone E452T Sorrento is a thinline archtop electric guitar. Produced between 1960 and 1969, it is was available with single or dual pickups, indicated as the E452T or E452TD models, respectively. Like other Kalamazoo-era Epiphone guitars, natural-finish models were indicated by an "N" model number suffix. Its closest Gibson equivalent model is the ES-125TC (single pickup) or ES-125TDC (dual pickups), with several cosmetic and electronic differences. The Sorrento is very similar to the Epiphone E352T(D) Windsor, which was discontinued in 1962.

A 3/4-scale model, the E452T 3/4 Sorrento, was also available.

## Sorrento Special

A double-cutaway version was also available between 1960 and 1969, named the Sorrento Special. In addition to the dual cutaways, the Sorrento Special also features a Frequensator tailpiece.

## Gallery

1960 E452T Sorrento with Bigsby1960 Epiphone E452TDN Sorrento1963 Epiphone E452T Sorrento1964-1969 E452TD Sorrento1966 Epiphone E452TDV Sorrento1964-1969 Epiphone Sorrento Special
Triumph

The Epiphone A412 Triumph is an archtop acoustic guitar. Despite a new model number and name, the Gibson-built Triumph is a direct continuation of the Epiphone Inc.-produced Triumph Regent (renamed Triumph Cutaway) beginning in 1948 in Epiphone's New York and Philadelphia factories. Beginning in 1965, it was available by special order only, before being discontinued with all other Kalamazoo-produced Epiphone guitars in 1969.
Slash Appetite Les Paul Special-II

Slash Appetite Les Paul Special-II in Appetite Amber

The Slash Appetite Les Paul Special-II is a solidbody electric guitar inspired by Slash's "Appetite" Gibson Les Paul Standard. It is available individually or in a performance pack that includes the Slash Snakepit amp. It was originally marketed as the Slash "AFD" Les Paul Special-II.
Serenader

### Bridge

1962-1967: "Belly-up," rosewood, pinless1967-1969: Rectangle, rosewood with trapeze tailpiece

### Truss Rod Cover

Multi-ply, bullet (1962-1965), bullet with crescent (1965-1969)

### Pickguard

Epiphone, tortoiseshell

The Epiphone FT-85 Serenader is a flattop, 12-string acoustic guitar. Introduced in 1962, it was slightly redesigned before being discontinued in 1969 when Kalamazoo production of Epiphone guitars ended. It is the Epiphone equivalent of the Gibson B-25-12. Like other Epiphone models of the time, model FT-85N indicates a natural finish.

Upon its introduction, the Serenader featured a pinless "belly-up" rosewood bridge, securing the strings through the bridge material itself, rather than through guitar's soundboard. Like many Gibson and Epiphone acoustic models at the time, the saddle was adjustable. By 1967, the Serenader was redesigned, now featuring a rectangular rosewood bridge with adjustable saddle, while the strings were secured to the guitar's end block with a trapeze tailpiece. The changes were mirrored on the dreadnought-sized Epiphone FT-112 Bard 12-string, as well as the Gibson B-45-12 and B-25-12 models.
Riviera (1980s)

## Epiphone Riviera

1983 Epiphone Riviera

The Epiphone Riviera is an archtop electric guitar produced between 1980 and 1985. It was manufactured by Matsumoku Industrial. Unlike the previous Epiphone Riviera, it was marketed worldwide. While retaining standard humbuckers, it reverted to the reverse parallelogram inlays of the 1960s Epiphone E360TD Riviera.

Like the Matsumoku-produced Sheraton, the Frequensator tailpiece was replaced with a stop bar tailpiece in 1982.
Special

The Epiphone Special is a solidbody electric guitar produced in 1982. The body is based on the Gibson SG, introduced in 1961. It features a Schaller 455 wraparound bridge and tailpiece and Tim Shaw-designed humbucker pickups. It was available with one pickup in the bridge position (the Special I) or two pickups, at the neck and bridge (the Special II).

Introduced in 1982 as part of the American Series along with the Spirit and USA Map Guitar, it was among the first production model Epiphone instruments to be made in the United States, and among the last to be produced at the historic Gibson factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

The reason behind this small series of American-built Epiphone guitars, more than a decade after the brand had shifted to budget-conscious Asian import models is unknown. While significantly less expensive than classic Les Paul or SG models, the Special was priced between other Gibson-branded "budget" models; more expensive than the Challenger or Sonex-180 but less expensive than The Paul or The SG.

Production of the Special began at the Kalamazoo factory in June 1982. Production was expanded to the Nashville factory in August. After lackluster sales, the Epiphone American Series was discontinued and the Special was moved to the Gibson brand and its Solidbody Series. Many Epiphone models were returned to the factory, where the headstock was refinished with a Gibson logo. In some cases, an outline of the Epiphone USA logo is visible beneath the black lacquer. Despite publishing a dealer price list for the American Series effective January 15, 1983, no Epiphone Specials produced in 1983 have been documented.

The Special left an impact on the Gibson lineup, serving as a bridge between the 1960s SG Special, equipped with two P-90 pickups and a bound fretboard, and the mid-1980s SG Special, featuring dual humbuckers and an unbound fretboard. Due to its shape, the Special, particularly examples under the Gibson brand, is often confused for the more-common SG Special.