Epiphone / 1951 DELUXE
A legendary acoustic archtop guitar from Epiphone's original New York era has arrived.
This is the "Deluxe" model, the luxury model following the "Emperor".
While typically designed with a slightly narrower 17 3/8-inch body width compared to the "Emperor,"
this particular instrument is a special example crafted with the same 18 1/2-inch width as the "Emperor."
Examining the 1953 catalog,
this size was part of the lineup, suggesting it was a specification available only for an extremely brief period in the early 1950s.
The exceptional craftsmanship of New York artisans, who stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Gibson in the history of archtop guitars.
The hand-carved body features spruce radiating a blond color and maple showcasing beautiful figured grain.
Antique-style gold hardware, combined with a pickguard (replaced) featuring a striking pearl pattern, creates a luxurious visual appearance worthy of the Deluxe name.
The fingerboard is crafted from carefully selected rosewood, beautifully complemented by exquisite mother-of-pearl inlays.
The Epsilon tuners, featuring the distinctive E logo on the headstock, are highly sought-after premium parts. They were also used at the Kalamazoo factory after Gibson's acquisition.
Its sound, described as "producing a harp-like tone,"
possesses a lustrous, sparkling brilliance, accompanied by deep, immersive bass tones.
It offers a truly persuasive, luxurious sound.
A magnificent guitar that embodies the soul of the craftsman and the very history of archtop guitars.
A truly unique and moving experience awaits.
[Specs/Included Case]
TOP: Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Maple
NECK: Maple / Hardwood 3 Piece
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Rosewood
SCALE: 648mm
NUT-WIDTH: 44mm
CASE: Original Hard Shell Case
※Consignment Item
[Condition]
- Considering it's over 70 years old, it's in very good overall appearance.
- Three cracks on the body top and two on the body back were present but have been professionally glued and repaired by our shop; no functional issues.
- Pickguard replaced
- Tuning peg screws replaced
- Fretboard shell binding replaced/repaired from the 15th fret on the 1st string side onwards
- String height at the 12th fret: 2.5 mm on the 6th string side, 2.0 mm on the 1st string side
[No Warranty]
[About Warranty]
As this is a consignment item, no adjustment warranty is included.
Of course, after purchase, we accept inquiries regarding adjustments, repairs, etc. (for a fee) upon request.
If the pickup is aftermarket, we do not guarantee its operation.
This item is excluded from our mail-order trial service. (No returns accepted)
