bobouz Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Just received a very nice Korean made Valensi Riviera with P94s. It was made in 2010 and has a serial number starting with "10". I've seen one example that had a serial number starting with the letter R, which in the past has indicated the Peerless factory. Does anyone know if Peerless is currently making these? Overall, the guitar appears to have a high level of build quality. My only minor quibble is that I'm not particularly fond of the white truss rod cover. So another question: are there any internet sources for black Epiphone covers? I've looked but so far haven't run across anything made specifically for Epis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magneezo Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Just received a very nice Korean made Valensi Riviera with P94s. It was made in 2010 and has a serial number starting with "10". I've seen one example that had a serial number starting with the letter R, which in the past has indicated the Peerless factory. Does anyone know if Peerless is currently making these? Overall, the guitar appears to have a high level of build quality. My only minor quibble is that I'm not particularly fond of the white truss rod cover. Are there any internet sources for black Epiphone covers? I've looked but so far haven't run across anything made specifically for Epis. Unsung Korea still produces Epiphones of higher demand of quality like the Valensi Riviera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobouz Posted March 5, 2011 Author Share Posted March 5, 2011 Yes, it might be Unsung. Right before the Sheraton switched to Chinese production, every one I saw had the "U" serial number designation, so it seemed like Unsung had become the preferred factory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobouz Posted March 5, 2011 Author Share Posted March 5, 2011 Indeed, it is 101021XXXX (only four numerals after the 21 designation). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobouz Posted March 5, 2011 Author Share Posted March 5, 2011 Unfortunately, I'm too old & lazy to learn how to post pics (but I know how to email them!). This particular Valensi example has a color than leans a bit more towards a golden hue rather than orange, and there's a fair amount of birdseye maple figure both front & back. The one piece mahogany neck feels quite fast, and it's profile is similar to the Elitist Casino, which runs on the small side. With the P94s, it has a very interesting combination of features. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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