indiekiduk Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 (edited) https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/product/220614387522008--epiphone-noel-gallagher-riviera unfortunately it sold out while I was browsing (edit: seems to be switching between in-stock to preorder) Edited August 30, 2022 by indiekiduk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indiekiduk Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 A demo video is here on Village Guitar's Youtube Personally I thought it sounded a bit rough but could just be the amp or mics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted August 30, 2022 Author Share Posted August 30, 2022 8 hours ago, indiekiduk said: https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/product/220614387522008--epiphone-noel-gallagher-riviera unfortunately it sold out while I was browsing (edit: seems to be switching between in-stock to preorder) So did you order one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cunningham26 Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 i wish they'd sprung for this to be $1499 or $1299 and made it in terada, especially since the original is a MIJ. this just seems like a rebranding of the dot pro/riv that's around $700 without a noel signature. Overall im glad this exists but would prob hold off on getting one brand new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt4356 Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 I was surprised by the volute, that was the last thing I expected to see. Very interested to see if is a one peice or scarf joint though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cunningham26 Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 (edited) 14 minutes ago, Matt4356 said: I was surprised by the volute, that was the last thing I expected to see. Very interested to see if is a one peice or scarf joint though. from the sweetwater product page Epiphone Noel Gallagher Riviera Semi-hollow Electric Guitar Features: Noel Gallagher signature model harkens back to his early Oasis tour guitars Semi-hollow 5-ply maple body yields crisp, even sound with great projection Set 3-piece maple neck is articulate, with tremendous note-separation Neck is assembled with volute to bolster headstock construction Indian laurel fingerboard boasts lively highs with rich overtones 22 frets sprawl a 12-inch radius fingerboard for plenty of tonal possibility Slim “C” neck profile blends comfort with versatility Alnico Classic Pro humbuckers use Alnico V magnets, evenly wound for powerful clarity 2 volume and 2 tone controls are wired alongside a 3-way selector for maximum control in fine-tuning your sound Die-cast tuners, Tune-o-matic bridge, stopbar tailpiece, and graphite nut ensure minimal buzz and intonation management Also gibson tv posted this official video earlier Edited August 30, 2022 by cunningham26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indiekiduk Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 Hopefully the volute helps against neck cracks. Glad they went with a slim neck vs the old fat necks of the Dot etc. Maybe they'll release it in more colours next year, e.g. tobacco sunburst would be nice and even better without the £200 signature premium. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt4356 Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 2 minutes ago, indiekiduk said: Hopefully the volute helps against neck cracks. Glad they went with a slim neck vs the old fat necks of the Dot etc. Maybe they'll release it in more colours next year, e.g. tobacco sunburst would be nice and even better without the £200 signature premium. A bone head sig! Now that would be worth it considering he actually still played his out pre cancer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AldoMcD1 Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 1 hour ago, cunningham26 said: i wish they'd sprung for this to be $1499 or $1299 and made it in terada, especially since the original is a MIJ. this just seems like a rebranding of the dot pro/riv that's around $700 without a noel signature. Overall im glad this exists but would prob hold off on getting one brand new. +1.....looks essentially like a slightly modified version of last year's royal tan / sparkling burgundy Riviera reissue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AldoMcD1 Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 1 hour ago, Matt4356 said: I was surprised by the volute, that was the last thing I expected to see. Very interested to see if is a one peice or scarf joint though. Original had the headstock volute - glad it's in there 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted August 30, 2022 Author Share Posted August 30, 2022 1 hour ago, Matt4356 said: I was surprised by the volute, that was the last thing I expected to see. Very interested to see if is a one peice or scarf joint though. Why? The original MIJ Riviera’s had a volute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted August 30, 2022 Author Share Posted August 30, 2022 7 minutes ago, AldoMcD1 said: Original had the headstock volute - glad it's in there 👍 I just saw you replied the same before me.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt4356 Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 7 hours ago, Hype said: Why? The original MIJ Riviera’s had a volute. Because they haven't done one for 30 odd years? They still could put fret nibs on though so it's not like they have gone all out to get it as close as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indiekiduk Posted September 1, 2022 Share Posted September 1, 2022 Store I went to said their allocated inventory is almost all preordered and it's showing as discontinued on their suppliers system which means they won't be getting any more. I'm beginning to doubt this is a core range guitar and more likely a limited edition. That isn't to say they do a non signature model next like happened with the Supernova->Riviera II. These preorders will take months to arrive and the signature 355 isn't even due til March. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted September 1, 2022 Author Share Posted September 1, 2022 6 hours ago, indiekiduk said: Store I went to said their allocated inventory is almost all preordered and it's showing as discontinued on their suppliers system which means they won't be getting any more. I'm beginning to doubt this is a core range guitar and more likely a limited edition. That isn't to say they do a non signature model next like happened with the Supernova->Riviera II. These preorders will take months to arrive and the signature 355 isn't even due til March. Damn. Sounds like Noel type guitars are really in demand. They said this wouldn’t be a limited run like the 355. However, having said that, this is the more affordable guitar and there will be a lot of people who missed out on the NG-355 wanting it. So I agree, the Production run may sell out and Epiphone will have to decide on whether to continue to make more, or just let it be. Funny how in ‘97 there wasn’t really a huge demand for Noel’s Epiphone Supernova. I guess it’s because it wasn’t a repro of anything Noel used, nor did Noel care about it. He didn’t even use it on stage or on any recordings. There was one pic where it appeared in his rig. But it could’ve been a prop piece.. I still have a few more weeks before I receive my Riviera.. I’m sure of one person who has already received both the 355 & Riviera on the forum.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cunningham26 Posted September 2, 2022 Share Posted September 2, 2022 16 hours ago, Hype said: Damn. Sounds like Noel type guitars are really in demand. They said this wouldn’t be a limited run like the 355. However, having said that, this is the more affordable guitar and there will be a lot of people who missed out on the NG-355 wanting it. So I agree, the Production run may sell out and Epiphone will have to decide on whether to continue to make more, or just let it be. Funny how in ‘97 there wasn’t really a huge demand for Noel’s Epiphone Supernova. I guess it’s because it wasn’t a repro of anything Noel used, nor did Noel care about it. He didn’t even use it on stage or on any recordings. There was one pic where it appeared in his rig. But it could’ve been a prop piece.. I still have a few more weeks before I receive my Riviera.. I’m sure of one person who has already received both the 355 & Riviera on the forum.. Hype have you got the full noel collection at this point? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted September 2, 2022 Author Share Posted September 2, 2022 2 hours ago, cunningham26 said: Hype have you got the full noel collection at this point? No. I only liked 3 of his guitars, and only one of them is because of him. And that’s the Matsumoku Riviera. The other 2, the 355 and the Epiphone Frontier (which I don’t have yet) is for aesthetic and spec reasons… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted September 8, 2022 Author Share Posted September 8, 2022 Sitting here waiting on my NGD. My 355 came really early…This bloody cheaper model is taking forever to arrive..Also, anyone have hookups in Canada for an EP Dove?? I’ve been waiting for that as well.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AldoMcD1 Posted September 8, 2022 Share Posted September 8, 2022 Took delivery of the Riviera last week. A bit different compared to the original, but a really nice guitar nonetheless. If you are an Oasis fan then I think that you will be really happy with the reissue. @indiekiduk - Have you secured a pre-order yet? More will be available soon although unfortunately you might need to wait a little bit. UK stores I was speaking to said they will be taking a delivery of these each month until at least next spring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted September 9, 2022 Author Share Posted September 9, 2022 2 hours ago, AldoMcD1 said: Took delivery of the Riviera last week. A bit different compared to the original, but a really nice guitar nonetheless. If you are an Oasis fan then I think that you will be really happy with the reissue. @indiekiduk - Have you secured a pre-order yet? More will be available soon although unfortunately you might need to wait a little bit. UK stores I was speaking to said they will be taking a delivery of these each month until at least next spring. Glad UK got priority on those Riviera’s. Thanks for the compare between the original and reissue too..Forgot to ask, is the original still worth the price? Now that people have access to the reissues? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AldoMcD1 Posted September 9, 2022 Share Posted September 9, 2022 (edited) 6 hours ago, Hype said: Glad UK got priority on those Riviera’s. Thanks for the compare between the original and reissue too..Forgot to ask, is the original still worth the price? Now that people have access to the reissues? That's a good question. I have no idea what the going rate is for these, so guess we will need to see what happens over the coming months once the reissues are more readily available. I think for most people the reissue would be more than enough for them, but then there will always be others who will want an original. For me personally, I would rather pay the extra for an original in this example. The early 80's Matsumoko Epiphones are superb . Edited September 9, 2022 by AldoMcD1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted September 14, 2022 Author Share Posted September 14, 2022 The Riviera finally came in today. Picked it up about an hour ago. It’s nice….I’ll post a pick later. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted September 15, 2022 Author Share Posted September 15, 2022 Took a while, but finally got it…. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cunningham26 Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 (edited) DAAANNNGGGG congrats that's quite the quiver you've got now! also if you havent got the amp rig already, i recently got the 1991 pedal from funny little boxes- it's meant to do the Pearl Jam tone but is a 2 gain drive tubescreamer into a marshall, so does an amazing job at the Definitely Maybe tone as well. Edited September 15, 2022 by cunningham26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hype Posted September 16, 2022 Author Share Posted September 16, 2022 10 hours ago, cunningham26 said: DAAANNNGGGG congrats that's quite the quiver you've got now! also if you havent got the amp rig already, i recently got the 1991 pedal from funny little boxes- it's meant to do the Pearl Jam tone but is a 2 gain drive tubescreamer into a marshall, so does an amazing job at the Definitely Maybe tone as well. That’s a nice rig setup. Personally though, I’m more of an AC30 type. I got an AC30CC2X (Blues) and an AC30C2 (Greens)..I can get a Marshall type sound off the Greens combined with the JHS Clover (seasoned to taste). But it’s too loud for home.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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