midiman56 Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 i searched "epiphone gray case" and...uh oh i guess it would fit in with their thowback tailpieces. but... Okay ... 1. What is this? 2. Why don't I own one? 3. Is this a single pickup guitar, and, if so, why does it have to many knobs and switches? Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaSTuS Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 1. What is this?2. Why don't I own one? Gotta love that logic, reminds me sooo much of me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hungrycat Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 It's Epi's version of the Minarik Nitecrawler. Definitely. YES. Yes, it could be a Caiola, which started out as something like a Casino (hollow) but with mini-humbuckers (later models would get P-90's). Red 333 That picture posted by cunningham26 is a Professional, not a Caiola. (And if you didn't know that was an Epiphone Professional, now you do! ) This is a Caiola: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mud guy Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Okay ... 1. What is this? 2. Why don't I own one? 3. Is this a single pickup guitar, and, if so, why does it have to many knobs and switches? Jim Behold the mighty epiphone professional: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERVbv11ALAU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender 4 Life Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 by the way this was the next result from that search my heart just skipped a beat !!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyw Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Behold the mighty epiphone professional: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERVbv11ALAU Ooh, that's actually pretty neat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 333 Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 YES. That picture posted by cunningham26 is a Professional, not a Caiola. (And if you didn't know that was an Epiphone Professional, now you do! ) This is a Caiola: Hungrycat, the picture of the Sheraton made the Caiola pop into my head (great picture by the way). Even though CB had speculated about an original spec Riviera (which would also have the mini humbuckers), it was the PICTURE of them on the Sheraton that made me think of the Caiola, and sort of exclaim "yes," since I wouldn't mind seeing a follow body with mini humbuckers. The Caiola came in several trim levels, but none were as fancy as the the Sherri. I don't really think Epiphone would reintroduce the Caiola to 1960's specs, since they' have to tool up to reproduce that control panel and all the switches, and since it's not just a simple variation of stuff they already use, that seems like it would add a lot of extra cost. I CERTAINLY wouldn't think Epiphone would reintroduce the Professional, LOL! What would THAT cost today? For those of you haven't seen one, the Proessional was a guitar made to work with a matching amp. All the controls for the amp are built into the guitar, which explains all those fiddly knobs. I didn't watch the video above, so apologies if it explains that. Red 333 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magneezo Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Period correct for a Carl Wilson 335. I could only wish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AS90 Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 I would like a VOS Sheraton or Riviera. I love the Gibson VOS line, Epi should do it too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pit Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 A grey case with... 1. A bunch of termites inside? 2. Another smaller case? 3. An old guitar model, updated with modern pieces and electronics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenrisulfr Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 Bummer, the lack of the word "Elitist" on the case kinda makes me lose interest in what might be in it :( But I could hope that maybe they are releasing a new "historical" Elitist model and just keeping the case authentic :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 Hungrycat, the picture of the Sheraton made the Caiola pop into my head (great picture by the way). Even though CB had speculated about an original spec Riviera (which would also have the mini humbuckers), it was the PICTURE of them on the Sheraton that made me think of the Caiola, and sort of exclaim "yes," since I wouldn't mind seeing a follow body with mini humbuckers. The Caiola came in several trim levels, but none were as fancy as the the Sherri. I don't really think Epiphone would reintroduce the Caiola to 1960's specs, since they' have to tool up to reproduce that control panel and all the switches, and since it's not just a simple variation of stuff they already use, that seems like it would add a lot of extra cost. I CERTAINLY wouldn't think Epiphone would reintroduce the Professional, LOL! What would THAT cost today? For those of you haven't seen one, the Proessional was a guitar made to work with a matching amp. All the controls for the amp are built into the guitar, which explains all those fiddly knobs. I didn't watch the video above, so apologies if it explains that. Red 333 Yeah, I just thought of the "Original Spec" (Kalamazoo era) Riviera, because we've been hounding them, to make one, and they don't currently have one, in their line...at least here, in the States. So...??? Time will tell. ;>) CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 333 Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 Yeah, I just thought of the "Original Spec" (Kalamazoo era) Riviera, because we've been hounding them, to make one, and they don't currently have one, in their line...at least here, in the States. So...??? Time will tell. ;>) CB Well, since you have that beautiful "USA" Sheraton with mini hums, it makes sense that you'd want to see a Riviera with them--you wouldn't need another Sheri. That way, you could add to your collection without having any duplicates, technically speaking. I think a 1960's spec Sheraton or Riviera are the most likely suspects to be in that case (easy to manufacture/lots of interest), followed by the McCartney Casino (strong brand equity in that one, if they can work out the endorsement), but let's not rule out a single cutaway model, like the Sorento, either. In any case (pardon the pun), Epi's coming out with some really interesting and welcome models. Over on the Gibson CEO forum, Epi1 did hint at the possibility of the McCartney Casino in 2011, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed (even though I need ANOTHER Casino like I need a hole in the head (I have three). You would be in the same boat, too, though. Would the Gibson-esque headstock and Bigsby (and McCartney association) be enough to justify YET ANOTHER one? I for one, don't think I could resist, especially if the price was more on the Inspired by side, vs. the numbered edition "USA" 1965/Revolution side (though I would prefer to see a McCartney Casino made with that high level of craftsmanship and materials--I just don't want to pay for it, LOL!). Red 333 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cunningham26 Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 Is it a good business move to split the people that would be buying higher end/artist casinos? If I were calling the shots (soon, soon) I'd try to get people to buy the casino AND a 60s spec riv/sherrie. *note huge bias because im reallllly hoping its a sherrie/riv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cunningham26 Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Hmm random press release about the sheraton II on 1/11 on http://www.epiphone.com/news.asp. circumstantial evidence? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supersonic Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 If it is in fact a McCartney Casino, there's no possible way that I will be able to stop myself from buying it. Even if I have to sell a guitar or two to get the funds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Yeah, it makes one wonder, if it might be a USA (Nashville) made, Riviera, or McCartney Casino?! If that was the case, it would be Great! BUT...at this time, out of my price range, I'm quite sure. Still, for those who could afford it...it would be wonderful! ;>) CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyGibson Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 What would the differences be with a McCartney Casino vs. Lennon other than perhaps left handed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vomer Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 What would the differences be with a McCartney Casino vs. Lennon other than perhaps left handed? LOL, that would upset all the right handers who've never listened to the lefties complaining of a particular model only available as RH. It might limit Epiphone's sales, but it would keep it exclusive . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsa11 Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 LOL, that would upset all the right handers who've never listened to the lefties complaining of a particular model only available as RH. It might limit Epiphone's sales, but it would keep it exclusive . Technically McCartney's was a right-handed model. Like most guitars he owned back then, Macca had to fix it up himself so he could play it lefty. How funny would it be if Epiphone released a righty model strung lefty as the McCartney signature? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 What would the differences be with a McCartney Casino vs. Lennon other than perhaps left handed? Macca's has a different headstock shape, closer to a Gibson, but not exactly. It was before Epi went to the hour-glass type headstock design, on the Lennon (and Harrison) versions, which is what's on them, today. I think Keith Richards, has a Casino, like Macca's, with that old headstock shape, as well. CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supersonic Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Paul and John's Casinos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 There you go...thanks, Supersonic! ;>) I never noticed the different truss rod cover, on Paul's Casino, either. Velly Intellesting! CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyGibson Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Paul and John's Casinos. Me want one. The bigsby and black/silver reflector knobs our outstanding. If they come out with this,I'll probably kick myself for getting my cherry casino. Then I'll get over it and probably go get one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 333 Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I think Keith Richards, has a Casino, like Macca's, with that old headstock shape, as well. CB And Keith's has the Epiphone vibrato on it (the Tremotone with the wooden cover, above) instead of the Bigsby. Cool pics, Pete and SuperSonic! Pete, since the Tremotone is being used on the new Wilshire reissue, you can certainly make the case that a Casino with Tremotone is what's in the grey reissue case. Is that what you're saying? The guitar in your pic looks like has a poly finish, like a new Epi would have... Red 333 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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