macoshark Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 Hello to all, I am trying to get more information on the Riviera Reissue model ETR1. I believe some call it a reissue and others refer ot it as a "62" reissue or a 50th Anniversary. I'm assuming these are all one in the same. The unoffical Wiki here has a reissue Riviera with manufacture dates 94- 2010. So my 1st question is is the reissue connected to the "62" year, and is this an Anniversary model? Secondly were the reissues form 94-2010 manufactured partly or wholly in Korea.I tried to search these questions but just got more confused. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 Welcome. I'll jump in with my 2 cents. The only '62 Anniversary Reissues that I'm aware of are the Sorrento, the Crestwood and the Sheraton (which I have). From what I've seen, the ETR1 is a reissue, but I don't think it's connected with those. If yours has the mini humbuckers, it looks very similar to the RI Sheraton. Beyond that, I'm unsure of any other similarities or differences. Any chance you can post a picture? I'd be interested in seeing yours. Anyway, welcome, congratulations on a great guitar and stand by. Others will be around shortly, with more information. As I bought it, used and before the changes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indiekiduk Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 Hello to all, I am trying to get more information on the Riviera Reissue model ETR1. I believe some call it a reissue and others refer ot it as a "62" reissue or a 50th Anniversary. I'm assuming these are all one in the same. The unoffical Wiki here has a reissue Riviera with manufacture dates 94- 2010. So my 1st question is is the reissue connected to the "62" year, and is this an Anniversary model? Secondly were the reissues form 94-2010 manufactured partly or wholly in Korea.I tried to search these questions but just got more confused. The model is ETRI with a letter I on the end not a one. The "others" who are referring to a 62 reissue or 50th aniv, are talking about a Sheraton not a Riviera. Hopefully Epiphone will do a reissue of the Riviera again soon. Lots of good info on the Riviera in this thread: http://forum.gibson.com/index.php?/topic/105399-ngd-riviera-ltd-edition-reissue-cherry/page__p__1425277__hl__crown__fromsearch__1#entry1425277 Personally I prefer the one with the crown headstock inlay even tho its not accurate to the original from the 60s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender 4 Life Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 Welcome. I'll jump in with my 2 cents. The only '62 Anniversary Reissues that I'm aware of are the Sorrento, the Crestwood and the Sheraton (which I have). From what I've seen, the ETR1 is a reissue, but I don't think it's connected with those. If yours has the mini humbuckers, it looks very similar to the RI Sheraton. Beyond that, I'm unsure of any other similarities or differences. Any chance you can post a picture? I'd be interested in seeing yours. Anyway, welcome, congratulations on a great guitar and stand by. Others will be around shortly, with more information. As I bought it, used and before the changes. how are you liking the Sheri Tweed ?? mine is dangerously close to surpassing everything else I have racing to my #1 spot. it's pinning my USA Gibbies & Fenders to the mat every time I uncase it. I gotta get something else w/Gibson minis to compare it to (that'll be my excuse anyhow) to see if it's just the p'ups or the whole Chinese geetar that's doing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 how are you liking the Sheri Tweed ?? mine is dangerously close to surpassing everything else I have racing to my #1 spot. it's pinning my USA Gibbies & Fenders to the mat every time I uncase it. I gotta get something else w/Gibson minis to compare it to (that'll be my excuse anyhow) to see if it's just the p'ups or the whole Chinese geetar that's doing it. I'm enjoying it more and more. For as much as I like my Casino, the Sheri feels "easier" to play. I haven't been able to put my finger on why, yet. It's still a work in progress, though. The SDs are a nice PU (mine was purchased with the Gibsons replaced, who knows why) but it shouldn't be too much longer and my Zhangbucker FireBirds will be here. Those should give it a little extra growl when I want it. Overall, it's the best Epi I've owned or played. Certainly the best guitar I've owned for under $500.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoshark Posted February 5, 2014 Author Share Posted February 5, 2014 thanks tweed2- Yeah I think your right, I got the Rivvie mixed up with the Sherri anniversary. Your Sherri Baby looks very cool by the way. I don't have a Riviera just trying to get more info on how it stacks up against other epi semihollows. thanks Indiekiduk- I did see that post on my search and will go over it again. I guess the Riviera Reissue started out in Korea, but since it was made up to 2010 it switched with the rest of Epiphone to China around 2004. The best way to determine would be inside label and serial number? I was thinking those Korean Rivieras RI might be somethng to consider if I ran across one. I haven't played the Mini- humbuckers yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 I too, have a "Sheraton" the AIUSA version, with Gibson Mini-humbuckers, and all the traditional "Kalamazoo era" appointments, and spec's. The Mini's are wonderful on a semi-hollow body. They're a bit edgier, but still warm sounding. They're also very articulate, especially in the neck position, where full sized humbuckers can get a bit muddy, in a semi/hollow body guitar, due to those guitars typically somewhat darker tonal nature, to begin with. The mini's shine, in that neck position, especially. However, they are equally great, for the bridge position, as well. I did have an Korean made Riviera, with mini's, too. (Only sold it, to get a Gibson Les Paul that I fell in love with.) But, I didn't sell it, because I didn't like it...at all. It was a really nice guitar! But, the Sheri I have is all I really need, in that regard. Cheers, CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoshark Posted February 5, 2014 Author Share Posted February 5, 2014 charlie-- I've seen your sheraton pics doing some research. I learned a lot about those JLH/AUSA1&2 from your posts. She's a beauty and I dream about playing one. Are you happy with the stop tail or would you like the freqensater, I think that's what it's called, instead. I gotta start playing some of these different epis so I truly know which one to pursue. Your model, because of the craftsmanship and upgraded parts, seems attractive. Also the laquer finish sounds intriging. I wonder how much that's a player in the tone opposed to say an Elitest Sherri with poly? Would like to hear your opinion on that. I truly love my Peerless Sherri but wonder how much better some of these other sherris and semihollw epis are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 I like the Stop Tailpiece, personally. I keep toying with the notion of putting a TP-6 micro tuner tailpiece on it. I have that on several of my other guitars, and really like it! So, that may be the only real "mod" (aside from the "Imperal" tuning buttons, I've already done), that I'll do. The Korean "Riviera" I owned, for awhile had the frequensator tail piece. I got along with it, well enough. But, I think the stopbar allows for a bit more sustain. And, I think adding the TP-6 may enhance that a bit more, as well. It seems to have had that effect, on my other's. But, it could be "just my imagination" or wishful thinking, too! LOL Still, it sure seems like it helped, in that regard. As to Nitro finishes. I've always preferred them, on my guitars. Just for their "warmer" appearence, and the way they "age," and the patina they get. Now that Poly finishes are much thinner, more lightly applied, it's less an issue, than it used to be. But, I still prefer Nitro, when possible. Especially, on Thin-line semi, or hollowbody guitars. They just seem to sound more "open," and "alive" with the Nitro finishes. IMHO, as always. CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoshark Posted February 6, 2014 Author Share Posted February 6, 2014 That's cool Charlie, by the way. Not sure what kind of music yu like to play on your Sherri but would like to know what kind of amp you use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 I play (mostly) Blues/Blues Rock, and "Classic Rock/British Invasion," of the Beatles, Yardbirds, Stones, Animals, etc., as well as The Byrds and Buffalo Springflield, era, mostly. I use various amps, depending on venue, and/or what sound I'm after. Usually, a Fender Hot Rod Deluxe, often with the matching (closed) extension cabinet. Either as a kind of 1/2 stack, or to the side...depending on stage set-up (and room), or "balance" considerations. Then again, I sometimes use a Marshall 1/2 Stack DSL, or, 1980 Fender Twin Reverb, or Vox AC-30! The Sheraton sounds Great, with all of them! But, I'd say at this point, I use the HR Deluxe, most often. Great little amp! CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoshark Posted February 6, 2014 Author Share Posted February 6, 2014 charlie thanks for the reply- I'm ignorant on amps. Have only owned a twin reverb from the70s. Just practicing and playing at home but that's OK for now. I'm going to check out the gear forum. Even with my situation is it necessary to go large for the full tonal potential of the sherri OR, could I get a great sound out of say a smaller amp with a 12" speaker. I'm not sure if it's kosher to talk amps here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 Yeah....there are a LOT of options, in smaller amps! Tube, and Solid State, or even the Modeling amps. Best thing to do, is go to a dealer, and try out as many as you can, of as many brands, as they have available. I think you'll be surprised at the vast array, and tonal possibilities. I've heard a LOT of great things, about the Fender "Mustang" series modeling amps. Orange, Marshall, Vox, Line 6, etc., have similar solid state, or modeling amps, as well. This is not your father's or grand father's "solid state!" Things have improved a LOT, since the early days. And, in Valve (Tube) amps, too. Really just depends on your preferences, needs, and "budget" (of course), more than anything. CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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