Epiphone is coming with a double treat this time. Their catalog is richer for two semi-hollow bodied beauties, Limited Edition ES-355 and Limited Edition ES-345.
Epiphone has made fantastic semi-hollow bodied guitars for decades and the tradition continues with these new models. The limited editions of ES-355 and ES-345 are a tribute to the respective models they draw lineage from. Golden hardware, tune-o-matic bridges with Bigsby vibratos, bound bodies and 22 frets give these guitars classic looks. Abundance of sustain and tone is found under the hoods of the active humbuckers built on these axes. Suited for everything from rhythm and blues to surf rock, to heavy rock and various fusion genres and styles, these limiteds give unlimited possibilities for the guitarists.
Epiphone Limited Edition ES-355
This model is an homage to one of the most iconic electric guitars ever made, the legendary ES-355. Introduced back in 1958, the ES-355 became an instant classic with a perfect mix of solid body sustain and hollow body sound texture. It nit only had the sound, it had the looks too, it was one of the most beautiful models of it`s time and it remains in that category today as well. This new Limited Edition ES-355 embraces the tradition and continues it with a great style. Bound body, neck and headstock, golden hardware and dual "f" holes on the arched top just take the breath away. To accompany that, the humbuckers in bridge and neck positions give wide spectrum of tonal options and bucket-loads of sustain.
Limited Edition ES-355 has classically shaped laminated maple top and body with a double cutaway and arched top. Body top is bound in single ply white binding and adorned with two "f" holes. Tune-o-matic and Bigsby vibrato tailpiece is a vintage combo with great characteristics as ot holds the tuning in place with surgical precision. Gold plated covers hide Alnico Classic Plus humbucker in the bridge and Alnico Classic humbucker in the neck position equipped with Alnico V magnets. These bad boys can give anything from sweet and mellow cleans to raw and dirty growl. They are controlled through separate volume and tone knobs and a three-way pickup selector.
Limited Edition ES-355 has a mahogany neck with a '60s Slim Taper shape, the fastest and smoothest one from the early ages of the classic ES-355. Neck joint is another classic appointment, it is glued mortise and tenon joint. Wood of choice for the fingerboard is ebony, as it was for the exclusive models from the era of the original ES-355. Upon the fingerboard 22 medium jumbo frets are graced with mother of pearl block inlays. Other features include: traditional 24-3/4" length of the scale, PVC string nut, 12" fingerboard radius, golden hardware, 1.68" nut width, polyurethane gloss finish and Grover Kidney Style tuners. Limited Edition ES-355 is available in: Cherry, Antique White and Ebony color options. The MSRP is set at $1,165.
Limited Edition ES-355 brings the best of the classic semi-hollow bodied design and features with it, it has the looks, the tone and the feel worthy of the legacy of the original ES-355. Check Limited Edition ES-355 at our detail page or at Epiphone official web page.
Epiphone Limited Edition ES-345
The original ES-345 was introduced back in 1959 and quickly became a hit with players such as B,B King, Freddie King and Keith Richards embracing it as on of their favorite models. This new Limited Edition ES-345 is paying a tribute to the legend and it`s famous tonal versatility which is still unmatched today. This new Limited Edition ES-345 brings the classic shape and looks with the addition of the Varitone system which offers tremendous tone-morphing options. Gold plated hardware, bound body, neck and headstock and mother of pearl inlays accentuate the vintage looks of this axe.
Limited Edition ES-345 starts off with a double cutaway classically shaped body made of laminated maple top and body. The arched top is bound in white and features two stylish "f" holes. The elegant gold plated tune-o-matic bridge with Bigsby vibrato system serves the double purpose a it keeps the strings in meticulous tuning and gives this guitar classy look and feel. The active humbuckers with gold plated covers are Alnico Classics with Alnico V magnets. They are controlled through separate volume and tone knobs, a three way toggle switch and the Varitone knob.
Varitone knob is the gem of the electronics setup on this axe as it offers six different tone options selectable through one knob. The first position on Varitone bypasses the system and leaves the tone intact. Positions two to six morph the sound with the center frequency of the notch filter shifting from 1.9kHz in the second position and descending through to the sixth position and only 130Hz. Positions two to four retain great deal of clarity while still changing the tone. Positions five and six turn the pickups into single coils, but without the quack these pickups are known for. All in all six positioons of the Varitone system and three positions of the pickup switch combined with separate volume and tone control knobs give unlimited tonal shaping possibilities.
Neck on the Limited Edition ES-345 is made of mahogany and has a 1960s slim taper shape. It is attached to the body via the mortise and tenon joint. Fingerboard is made of ebony with 22 medium jumbo frets and mother of pearl inlays. Other features include: glossy polyurethane finish, plastic string nut, classic 24-3/4" long scale, 1.68" nut width, Wilkinson vintage styled tuners with tulip buttons, golden hardware and bound neck. It is available in: Cherry, Anique White and Ebony. MSRP for this model is set at $1,165.
With it`s looks, tone and feel, Limited Edition ES-345 is a fantastic tribute to one of the best semi-hollow bodied guitars ever made. Check Limited Edition ES-345 at our detail page or at Epiphone official page.
