hey mark,
i have a casino as well as a gibson hollow body.
for the casino i use 'cleartone' 10's. electric.
these are a bit more in price but last longer.
the sound is brighter, and clearer. i really noticed a difference.
the casino is an incredible instrument for sitting around, effortless playing.
if you are a songwriter you will appreciate it.
i record at home, and do not even own an amp.
have some effects but mostly use what is on my tascam 788.
anyway, enjoy the guitar. the 335 is also great, but i think the epiphone
is better at least for what i described.
i had bought alternative electronics, in case i wanted to switch at a later date, and
tried to have pickups made. hard to find for the elite. i was told the back pickup cover
measurments could not be bought. was advised to send the pickups to
one of the custom pickup companys which i have yet to do.
great guitar tho, from the case has stayed in tune.
wish i could say i did not have any problem w/my 4k gibson
which i love equally.
enjoy the guitar in any case. i'm uncertain if the casino comes
with 9's or 10's.
