midiman56 Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 So far we've received these great guitars in ebony. wine red and a really nice looking goldtop. Here's a new finish that just showed up today that I hadn't seen yet ... a non-burst amber plain top: Here you can kind of see the glossy front of the guitar as well as the satin finished back and sides: ...and here is the "SG stripy" back: As much as I like bursts, I have to admit that this is a pretty attractive finish (it looks better in real life). Such a great, versatile guitar for $500. Anyway ... just sharing something that was new to me. Hope it hasn't been too redundant! Jim EDIT: This guitar has just been added to the GC WEbsite (not a word about it on the Epi site). Guess what ... apparently this guitar is made from Korina! Read about it here: http://www.guitarcenter.com/Epiphone-Limited-Edition-Les-Paul-Korina-Traditional-Pro-Electric-Guitar-106540735-i1910079.gc# I dunno ... it looks pretty "orange" for Korina to me and it sure has some weight on it for what is usually a lighter wood ... but that's the claim. Just thought I'd give you another heads-up! J. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Moore Tribute Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 now that look is what I call WIN! Awesome grainage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaSTuS Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Always up for hearing of your day at work Jim, it helps me live vicariously through you so much easier. That's a wonderful look, just gotta love some decent grain, thanks for sharing mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeweyCox Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 It looks great, Marc Bolanish… Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eallenb Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 I am impressed with the finish! Thanks for sharing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SketchyEtchy Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 That is stunning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcwillow777 Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Wow, thanks for sharing. I like the back as much as the front. That looks like one nice Epi! Even looks like a one piece body! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EpiEric Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Very nice. That's a very good looking finish. I wonder if Epiphone will do anything like this on the Standard? The Plaintop is now showing as "discontinued" on Epiphone.com, so it would be nice to have some other woodgrain finish options other than plus tops. Of course they had the '56 Goldtop "discontinued" for a while even though I don't think it ever fully went away - just became a MF/GC exclusive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomble Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 I'd love to work in a guitar shop. Reminds me of Marc Bolan's LP, looks stunning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james_edward Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 Wow, thanks for sharing. I like the back as much as the front. That looks like one nice Epi! Even looks like a one piece body! That guit appears to be a Mahogany veneer on both faces, same as they typically use on the backside. It's hard to tell but the veneer could easily be 1 piece. I wonder if the body is all Mahogany without a cap, like a Custom model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james_edward Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 Sorry... double post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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midiman56 Posted August 3, 2011 Author Share Posted August 3, 2011 That guit appears to be a Mahogany veneer on both faces, same as they typically use on the backside. It's hard to tell but the veneer could easily be 1 piece. I wonder if the body is all Mahogany without a cap, like a Custom model. Think that's exactly what we're looking at with this one, James. The wine red version is exactly the same: some really nice grain and what appears to be a one piece veneer on the front and back. It's impossible to tell on the ebony and goldtop. These guitars are the business, IMHO. Good weight to them, extremely playable with great sustain and the coil splitting gives them a lot of versatility. My only small issue is that they left the back of the neck a bit too rough for my taste ... more like the Gibson "faded series" than a true satin finish ... nothing that couldn't be smmothed out a bit if you felt the need. You guys know that I own a Gibson Traditional Pro. I'm here to tell you that while there ARE differences in the the guitars, this Epi really holds its own at a quarter of the price! One of their best values. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midiman56 Posted August 3, 2011 Author Share Posted August 3, 2011 I got some new info on this guitar which I added to the first post. So ............ BUMP! Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heilly Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 So far we've received these great guitars in ebony. wine red and a really nice looking goldtop. Here's a new finish that just showed up today that I hadn't seen yet ... a non-burst amber plain top: Here you can kind of see the glossy front of the guitar as well as the satin finished back and sides: ...and here is the "SG stripy" back: As much as I like bursts, I have to admit that this is a pretty attractive finish (it looks better in real life). Such a great, versatile guitar for $500. Anyway ... just sharing something that was new to me. Hope it hasn't been too redundant! Jim EDIT: This guitar has just been added to the GC WEbsite (not a word about it on the Epi site). Guess what ... apparently this guitar is made from Korina! Read about it here: http://www.guitarcen...35-i1910079.gc# I dunno ... it looks pretty "orange" for Korina to me and it sure has some weight on it for what is usually a lighter wood ... but that's the claim. Just thought I'd give you another heads-up! J. I would agree, it does look a bit orange for Korina. Especially when you compare it to the other korina guits (Hamer, etc.). I definitely like the finish though! When I can scrounge up $5 bills, I may have to buy me one. I'll give you a call Midiman! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sjael Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 I dunno ... it looks pretty "orange" for Korina to me Exhibit A: the Epiphone Korina Explorer. In fact, looking at that back photo, I'm tempted to say they've done an Explorer job, and stuck two excellent Korina veneers over a scrap Korina* body. *Korina-like Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james_edward Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 Raw Black Limba (Korina) is rather pale (it can almost be white with dark lines) and with tinted lacquer it can be any color so don't judge by color alone - Korina grain is almost identical to Sapele Mahogany so it seems we now have our answer - the guits are Korina. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motowntom Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 Got to admit i,m a burst lover but that plaintop is sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleWide Revival Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 I like the plain top! (Even if it's not blue) And Jim, everytiime you post, I hate my job a little bit more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midiman56 Posted August 4, 2011 Author Share Posted August 4, 2011 I like the plain top! (Even if it's not blue) And Jim, everytiime you post, I hate my job a little bit more! I do have a fairly cool gig, don't I? If only I didn't have to deal with all of those finicky guitar players!!! Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sjael Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 I do have a fairly cool gig, don't I? If only I didn't have to deal with all of those finicky guitar players!!! Jim http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-xX7iWvzbo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdsmith3 Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 You guys know that I own a Gibson Traditional Pro. I'm here to tell you that while there ARE differences in the the guitars, this Epi really holds its own at a quarter of the price! One of their best values. Jim I have an Epi LP Traditional Pro, and I think it is really a great guitar and a great value. I love the neck, and the pickups are great, too. The sustain is also impressive. If anyone is considering this guitar -- get it. Now there are even more finishes to choose from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heilly Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-xX7iWvzbo LOL, that video was awesome! Here's another hilarious take! http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_profilepage&v=9wg0fNniXao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonzoboy Posted August 5, 2011 Share Posted August 5, 2011 Although the amber looks cool I think that the wine on my Trad. Pro looks much better however I'd love to see one in a lemon or cherry burst-I'd even be prepared to spend a few bucks more for the finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Paul Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Interesting fruit setup. What's the pups on this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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