jamescropley1281734044 Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Hi guys, Here at http://www.absolutemusic.co.uk/store/ they have Riviera Re-Issues for £299.99 What do you think? At that price something must be wrong...? J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Unless those are made for only the European market, I'd say they are "left-over" (new) old stock. But, as long as they are new (never owned), and have all the papers, and warranty...go for it! There are NO (standard) Riviera's over here, except New Old stock...in some dealer, that never sold (unimaginable as that is), or Used. So, if the one's there are replenishable, by the dealer, they must be for the European or UK only, market Only! CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AS90 Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Thats a good price! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgrmatt Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 At that price I would be all over it! Like CB was saying there isn't much available here in the US and what shows up on CL & fleabay fetch a fair amount of coin these days. mgm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMcClane5000 Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 I believe it's the same one that Thomann has... http://www.thomann.de/de/epiphone_riviera_limited_edtion_ch.htm?sid=ca5ad1dcc0d680576a674c83e52c3764 I prefer the horns of the new ones, the're not as 'wide' as the late Korean ones... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Ok...let me ask you guys, that have seen or bought these current (or "new stock") Riviera's.... DO they have the more "oval" inlay in the headstock as pictured @ Thomann...which is like the Original USA versions, from the '60's...OR...is it the Gibson "crown" like the ES-335/345, like the one pictured previously, and on the Korean versions? That MAY tell us, if they are just old stock Korean guitars, OR if there is, in fact, an new production run, that's only availble in Europe...so far, anyway? The ONLY other Riviera's that had the original inlay "oval" were the "Elitist" versions, discontinued several years ago. Korean (and most Japanese) Riviera Headstock (Gibson Crown) inlay OR USA (Kalamazoo era) and/or Elitist Riviera Headstock ("Oval") inlay CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMcClane5000 Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 Ok...let me ask you guys' date=' that have seen or bought these current (or "new stock") Riviera's....DO they have the more "oval" inlay in the headstock as pictured @ Thomann...which is like the Original USA versions, from the '60's...OR...is it the Gibson "crown" like the ES-335/345, like the one pictured previously, and on the Korean versions? That MAY tell us, if they are just old stock Korean guitars, OR if there is, in fact, an new production run, that's only availble in Europe...so far, anyway? The ONLY other Riviera's that had the original inlay "oval" were the "Elitist" versions, discontinued several years ago. Korean (and most Japanese) Riviera Headstock (Gibson Crown) inlay [img']http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq333/charliebrown1949/imagesCAB42K7K.jpg[/img] OR USA (Kalamazoo era) and/or Elitist Riviera Headstock ("Oval") inlay CB It depends what the guys at AbsoluteMusic say... If it has the crown inlay it's a leftover Korean, if not, it's the new limited-edition with the oval-inlay and better shaped 'horns'... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 So, there IS...in fact...a new "limited edition" (only in Europe) of the more correct (to vintage specs) Rivirera? And, you know this, for sure? Or, that they didn't just use and old "Elitist" photo, to sell left-over Korean verions? Because IF they are making a more "vintage correct" Riviera...even if only to the European market, their (no doubt) would be people here, willing to "pay the freight," to get one. CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 I guess so, Peter. Too bad, we can't ALL join in on the fun, both sides of the Atlantic, for Both Guitars?! ;>b (Marketing...I'll never figure these Gibson/Epiphone people out!) LOL! CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMcClane5000 Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 So' date=' there IS...in fact...a new "limited edition" (only in Europe) of the more correct (to vintage specs) Rivirera?And, you know this, for sure? Or, that they didn't just use and old "Elitist" photo, to sell left-over Korean verions? Because IF they are making a more "vintage correct" Riviera...even if only to the European market, their (no doubt) would be people here, willing to "pay the freight," to get one. CB[/quote'] Look at the pictures in the link I sent... It has the oval inlay, limited edition inking on the back, it's new, made in China, no 'red' sides on the headstock.... *hint* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 Yeah, well...there were two links, in this thread (your's...with the oval, and another (the first, in this thread) with the crown)...so, I was just trying to find out, for sure, before getting too excited. ;>b CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMcClane5000 Posted February 7, 2010 Share Posted February 7, 2010 Yeah' date=' well...there were two links, in this thread (your's...with the oval, and another (the first, in this thread) with the crown)...so, I was just trying to find out, for sure, before getting too excited. ;>b CB[/quote'] I believe the first link also features a chinese one.... I don't think they care much for accurate or up to date pictures on these sort of pages (especially not for such a price), that's why they just picked an 'old' Korean picture for this... Also notice how they call the tailpiece: 'Trapeze' instead of 'Frequensator'... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamescropley1281734044 Posted February 7, 2010 Author Share Posted February 7, 2010 Hi Guys, Wow such a debate! I'll let you know what kind it is as it's arriving today. The pic seems to sway more towards the chinese made Rivy with the crown headstock than oval, both on Gak and Absolute Music but teh, i'll let you guys know. J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indysmith Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 Hi Guys What a coincidence to find this post! I've just received one of these Riviera's from Thomann Music store last week, played it at a gig on Friday and she's a beauty! I can confirm the headstock is the latter USA/Elitist version, oval inlay - well at least the stock from Thomann's is and the pic on the website is correct. The pics on Gak etc is of the Gibson crown inlay. They are apparently a re-issue, with a custom "limited edition custom shop" badge on back of headstock. Interesting I paid £325 inc vat and free delivery, GAK is £349.99. I will post pic's later. Would be interested to see if same run from GAK or if the crown inlay type - imagine it's the same as mine. Was hoping my Riv would be rare after ordering from Germany, but seems like every bugger in the UK will have one now they're on GAK! I'd like to learn more about the Riviera - history and mainly why the hell production has stopped - this is simply the best semi epiphone make IMO, prefer over dot and sheraton! BTW anyone seen guitar mag this month? Have a history of Epiphone feature. Cheers Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricochet Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 For any interested in aquiring a Korean one. Maxstore still has a batch incl the Frequensator and minis. http://www.maxguitarstore.com/store/index.php?productID=3231 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamescropley1281734044 Posted February 8, 2010 Author Share Posted February 8, 2010 I guess i was beaten to the post! Ricochet is indeed right, mine was delivered this morning and it is the Elistist headstock with oval inlay. Haven't plugged her in yet to give it a whirl but will do soon. Lets see if it takes the place of my sheraton as main gigging guitar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricochet Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 Haven't plugged her in yet to give it a whirl but will do soon. Lets see if it takes the place of my sheraton as main gigging guitar! Congrats! Please, let me/us know. I'm very much interested in this guitar. I can't get used to the neck on my Sherry, how's the Riviera? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender 4 Life Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 Mrs Bender saw it & immediately asked "how much is overseas shipping?" Gotta love that woman! She looks at gear with almost as much enthusiasm as I do.......... Had to remind her that my g.a.s. budget is now a microwave oven budget because ours started smoking yesterday. But that IS my dream Rivvie, and i'm pretty much determined to have 1 by 2011. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indysmith Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 jamescropley where did you order your Riv from? Sounds like all Riv's on the UK Sites and Thomanns are the same batch. Neck is a fair bit thinner than my dot. The mini pups have a lot of bite and are brighter than the pups on my dot, love them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 So If I get this straight you can buy from Absolutemusic UK a MIC Riviera for UK£299 - US$465 (is that with a case, also I see "only 1 in stock") and you can buy from Thomann a MIC Riviera for UK£349 - US$545 (is that with a case) and you can from Maxguitarstore a MIK Riviera for UK£526 - US$818 (without a case) that is a lot of nice rivieras coming on the market Question: why is Epiphone making differing Rivieras in Korea and China and releasing both on the European market....are both marked Elitist...be great if someone could gauge these side by side quality of finish, pickups, serials, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricochet Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 you can from Maxguitarstore a MIK Riviera for £526 - $818 (without a case) Would you believe it was about 550 bucks one year ago including case... I didn't have the money back then and have been slapping my forehead ever since. Apparently this was a NOS batch left in the warehouse of the European Gibson distributor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Zed Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 I stumbled across one of these 'new' Riviera's in London's Denmark Street on Saturday. Couldn't help but plug her in and have a strum and what an amazing guitar for such a low price (£399). The red cherry finish is stunning and the guitar is very vintage accurate with the oval headstock inlay and more rounded horns. Neck was a perfect size and the mini humbuckers sounded fantastic (even great unplugged). Needless to say I went home straight away and ordered one from Thomann (£325 inc. postage). I already own a Gibson 60's block 335 and a Inspired Lennon Casino so I'm hoping this will sit nicely between the two. I'll post some pics when it arrives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AS90 Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 Would you believe it was about 550 bucks one year ago including case... I didn't have the money back then and have been slapping my forehead ever since. Apparently this was a NOS batch left in the warehouse of the European Gibson distributor. Dont forget if something is $500 it will be £500 over here. We get ripped off in Britain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgrasso Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Mine is old stock from 06 and made in Korea. I did not notice that the mark on the headstock different until this post. Plus mine has the red on the side of the headstock. I hope the new reissues feel and play like this one. If they do, buy one while you can. This is a great player. The sound out of the minis is great through my Fender Blues Junior. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyg Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Dont forget if something is $500 it will be £500 over here. We get ripped off in Britain. Amen to that, and probably plus VAT!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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