{"product_id":"epiphone-1960s-ft-79-cherry-red","title":"1960s FT-79 Cherry Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⬇️Uncovering the History and Complete Story of Gibson's Rare Colors!!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/pages\/gibson-acoustic-rare-colors\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/ytfuyg.001.jpg?v=1767949970\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e =============================================================\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e This is a late 1960s model from the Kalamazoo factory, where Gibson also produced acoustic guitars.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEpiphone \/ FT-79 Cherry Red\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis particular instrument features the rare \"Cherry Red\" color, produced only briefly for just three years between 1967 and 1969, just like Gibson's own models.\u003cbr\u003eCherry Red has a distinct way of fading over time, giving each piece its own unique character.\u003cbr\u003eIt's a wonderful color that lets you feel the history each guitar has lived through.\u003cbr\u003eThis particular guitar boasts a beautiful pale reddish-brown hue, with a rich luster and depth, making it a truly exceptional piece.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/1960s-ft-79-cherry-red-482861.jpg?v=1754104946\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt features a bolt-on pickguard, an upper belly adjustable bridge, a wood saddle, and is from the final round-shoulder period, making it a truly rare specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/1960s-ft-79-cherry-red-525480.jpg?v=1754104946\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe happened to have a J-45 Cherry Red from the same year for comparison.\u003cbr\u003eit's fascinating how the sound differs from other Gibsons of the same era, despite being made in the same factory with nearly identical wood materials and design.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/1960s-ft-79-cherry-red-892326.jpg?v=1754104946\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe primary reason is obviously its longer scale length compared to the J-45, but this particular instrument has a characteristically rustic, woody tone. That said, it delivers a genuine vintage sound.\u003cbr\u003eIt's a well-known story that the Beatles played \"Yesterday,\" arguably the most famous song using a Texan, in drop E tuning. Playing a G chord in drop E on this instrument lets you experience \"that\" exact sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEpiphone remains an indispensable brand supporting acoustic guitar players worldwide today, carrying on the spirit of New York's craftsmen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExperiencing a page from that history is truly precious.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Serial range is 1970, but specifications are similar to a 1968 model.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/1960s-ft-79-cherry-red-357045.jpg?v=1754104945\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[SPEC.]\u003cbr\u003eTOP : Spruce\u003cbr\u003eBACK\/SIDES: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eNECK : Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD: Brazilian Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eBRIDGE: Brazilian Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eNut Width: 40.0mm\u003cbr\u003eSCALE : 648mm\u003cbr\u003eWEIGHT: 2.05kg\u003cbr\u003eCASE: Non-Original Hardshell Case\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[Playing Condition]\u003cbr\u003e- Thorough inspection and adjustment of the neck and wood components performed by an acoustic guitar specialist\u003cbr\u003e- Neck is straight, no buzzing or muffled notes\u003cbr\u003eString height at 12th fret: 6th string side 2.2mm, 1st string side 2.0mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/pages\/guide\"\u003e[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[Mail-Order Assurance Service]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor mail-order purchases, since we cannot provide an opportunity for you to try the instrument in person, we offer a 6-day trial period after the product arrives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease try the product thoroughly at home. If you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e※ Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e February 25, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Epiphone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49985603338477,"sku":"77315","price":792000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/products\/1960s-ft-79-cherry-red-357045.jpg?v=1755492990","url":"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/en\/products\/epiphone-1960s-ft-79-cherry-red","provider":"TC楽器 - TCGAKKI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}