Epiphone 1968 FT-79 Texan

Epiphone / FT-79 Cherry Red

The reason people choose vintage is not merely the specs, but the story that lives within each instrument and its one-of-a-kind presence.
That is why a standard, ordinary choice will never be enough. This is the one for you.

Produced for only three years, from 1967 to 1969, this “Cherry Red”
is an extremely limited color that existed for only a very short time, even at Gibson in the same era.
Unlike today’s uniform finishes, this color shows different degrees of aging over the years, reflecting the time this guitar has lived through to reach the present day.
And it gives you the persuasive appeal that only something with a long history can possess.
The charm of this individual instrument goes far beyond appearance alone.

Compared to a J-45, the longer-scale FT-79 is characterized by a responsive, tension-filled feel and a sustaining resonance, and this particular example adds a nuanced drive feel to that character.
I believe that it is not just the strings that are vibrating—the entire body resonates and rings as if pushing air outward.
Even with a light strum, the sound comes out with a crisp attack without getting congested, and a sense of separation and cohesiveness coexist in perfect balance.
In a word, it is a persuasive resonance worthy of the name “vintage sound.”
The years this guitar has been played have cultivated nuances that only this guitar can produce.

Time accumulated over years—something that New simply cannot give you.
However, like the guitars from New, this vintage guitar changes the way it suits the player who picks it up.
And as you continue to play it, it is a rare romance for guitar lovers to have your own sound become etched into this instrument.

The brand Epiphone continues to attract players around the world even today, and its roots lie in the craftsmanship of New York artisans.
This FT-79 is a single instrument that has clearly inherited that lineage while growing mature together with the atmosphere of its era.

A color that no one else has, a sound that no one else can imitate.
And from here, the time you will spend with it.
We wholeheartedly recommend this one.

[Staff comment: Nozuki]
It has an overwhelmingly attractive, well-worn look.
For those considering an adjustable-saddle J-45 or J-50, this is definitely one to put on your shortlist.
We encourage you with confidence in both playability and sound!

[Specifications / Accessories]
TOP : Spruce
BACK/SIDES :Mahogany
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE：Rosewood
NECK：Mahogany
NUT WIDTH :40.0mm
SCALE :643mm
CASE :Chipbord Case

[Repair/processing history / replacement parts / exterior condition, etc.]
*For used/vintage items, this information is based on what we can confirm through inspection in our store.
Please understand this in advance.
-There are signs of use such as playing wear and buckle rash. Pickguard E-mark peeling present.
-After arrival at our store: saddle (Kokobo-made) and nut replaced
-Center seam crack repaired and reinforced

[Playability condition]
-String height at the 12th fret: 2.2mm on the 6th string side, 2.0mm on the 1st string side
-There are no playability issues such as buzzing or dead notes.

[6-month warranty]

[Mail-order安心サービス]
For mail-order sales, since we cannot provide customers with an opportunity to try the instrument beforehand, we offer a 6-day trial period after delivery.
Please try the product carefully at home, and if you are not satisfied, we will refund the product price.
*Return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility.