I got an interesting message from someone regarding the last blog. The person who sent it was asking questions about the Special II that I used in the video and assumed that it had been meticulously set up before it was played… so I just thought I would clarify. The Special II used was one that has been hanging on the wall in the offices here at Epiphone for literally, about 5 years. In fact, there was so much dust on it I had to clean it up before I really wanted to touch it. Haha. So what you are hearing is a completely stock guitar with no set-up and some really old strings! I guess there will always be the doubters that think there is some sort of marketing magic going on but this guitar is the real deal. Check one out for yourself at your local Authorized Epiphone Dealer.
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AND WHAT ABOUT THAT SPECIAL II…
August 31 2010, 9:36am
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BEHIND THE SCENES WITH THE LES PAUL SPECIAL II
The Epiphone Les Paul Special II is our #1 seller… and there is no doubt why! You can grab one of these for less than $200 (street price) and it is perfect for most players… from beginners who are just starting out to seasoned pros who want an inexpensive, quality-made guitar to play as is or modify to their specific tastes. Check this video out and for more information CLICK HERE.
August 30 2010, 12:38pm
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Last week we featured the Epiphone Les Paul Standard on http://www.epiphone.com and the response has been incredible. But… what’s not to love? The Epiphone Les Paul Standard model combines classic features and tone with legendary Epiphone quality and value. You should check it out. CLICK HERE for more info.
August 4 2010, 11:31am
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Joe Bonamassa – What’s up with the two different sets of knobs?
Joe Bonamassa recently visited Nashville and while he was here our photographer got some great photos of him with a new Epiphone model that will be coming out very soon! And… while I was hanging with him I took full advantage of the situation and asked him to answer a question that inquiring guitarists want to know. What’s up with the two different sets of knobs? Well, according to Joe… it was something he came up with as a result of singing. It’s totally a feel thing… literally. By having two different sets of knobs on his guitar he can instantly tell where he’s at without having to back off the mic and look. Comes in handy for someone like Joe who manipulates much of his tone at the guitar. Now you know!
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June 24 2010, 12:09pm
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We’ve been busy working on the epiphone.com features for July. We’ll be revealing a new signature model and… we’re taking an in-depth look at the Epiphone Les Paul Standard. With a street price under $500 this guitar provides all the Les Paul features and tone at a ridiculous value… it’s a GREAT guitar at a GREAT price! Also, look for something new and different from our resident guitar hero Marcus Henderson! Keep an eye on http://www.epiphone.com for all of this and more!
June 23 2010, 11:26am
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Hey… These Knobs Don’t Match On This Guitar
There was a new model floating around Epiphone HQ today. It’s gonna be cool but Hey… These Knobs Don’t Match On This Guitar. And that’s perfectly fine! You’re gonna love this one.
June 17 2010, 11:33am
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What Comes With a New Epiphone Instrument?
There have been a lot of questions recently from our customers asking “what comes with a new Epiphone guitar?” Here’s a list of what should be included when you purchase a new Epiphone instrument. If you do not receive these items, please ask your authorized Epiphone retailer about them.
User’s Manual – This covers all the basic information about the care and use of most all of our guitars. Warranty Information – This is included in with the User’s Manual. You can fill out the form and send it in to us by mail. But… it’s faster and easier to do it on-line at:
http://www.epiphone.com/warranty.asp.
10’ Economy Cord – This comes with all electric and acoustic/electric instruments. 4. Epiphone Bumper Sticker 5. Epiphone 2-Sided Poster eSonic/eSonic-2 User’s Manual – This goes into details regarding the features, benefits and use of our preamp system that is used in most of our acoustic/electric guitars. This comes with only acoustic/electric guitars. Truss Rod Adjustment Wrench – Remember… if you don’t know how to adjust your truss rod, don’t attempt it. You could do permanent damage to your instrument. If you think an adjustment is needed, take it to an authorized service center.
Additionally, some of our guitars are priced including hard case or gigbag. Here’s a quick list of our current price list models that include cases.
Inspired by John Lennon Casino (‘1965” and “Revolution”): Hard Case SG-Express : Gigbag Emily the Strange G-310: Gigbag (and strap) Zakk Wylde ZV Custom: Hard Case LP-Express: Gigbag Les Paul “Tribute”: Hard Case All “Packs”: Gigbag
*Note: All hard cases include a locking latch with key. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact us at:
U.S.A.: 1-800-444-2766 or service@gibson.com Europe: 00+800-444-2766-1 or service.europe@gibson.com Japan: service.japan@gibson.com China: service.china@gibson.com
Thanks for your business!! Epiphone
May 11 2010, 11:29am
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Oh man!!! We got one of the ‘59 Les Pauls in the office today for a major photo shoot that is coming up. WOW… this thing is stunning. These pics don’t even start to do it justice but I had to post them anyway. You can almost hear the Burstbuckers screaming off that flame maple top! READ MORE HERE about the new 1959 Les Paul Standard.
September 3 2009, 1:54pm
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From Dixon Drums |:| Blog, dixondrums.net
It’s merely beginning to set in that the father of the electric guitar, the pioneer of multi-track recording, and truly genius musician, Les Paul has passed away. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the family, friends, and fellow fans of this legend here at Dixon Drums. We were curious to find out who held down the rhythmical fort with Les Paul during his time with us over the years, and found some great drummers and percussionists. Very little literature is readily available for all the studio drummers and personnel lineups in Les Paul’s early days, but we found the name of one of his first percussionists who was part of The Les Paul Trio in 1938 who also played bass, Ernie “Diarrhea” Newton. In 1976, Les Paul teamed up with Guitarist Chet Atkins for the Grammy Award winning Chester and Lester album of which Larrie Londin played drums on the session. In 2006, Les Paul at 90 years old released a two Grammy Award winning album called Les Paul & Friends: A Tribute To A Legend which included many great guest appearances from vocals to guitar to bass to harmonica to drums and percussion which included Vinnie Colaiuta, Shawn Pelton, Gordon Knudson, Abe Laboriel, Jr., Adam “LDB” Polatov, Kenny Aronoff, and Daniel Moreno. No wonder it won not only one, but two Grammys with that line up! If you know of any great drummers that Les Paul played with or if you yourself got to play drums with him, feel free to leave a comment below to share your stories or info. May Les Paul and his legacy live on forever in our hearts and souls! Photo by flickr user Thomas Faivre-Duboz, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution Share Alike 2.0. deed.
August 14 2009, 10:50am
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We have Clay Bellamy of The Road Hammers Epi Les Paul!
We have Clay Bellamy of The Road Hammers Epi Les Paul! What do you think… should we give it back to him? http://www.epiphone.com
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May 15 2009, 1:10pm
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something you wont see every day
Here’s something you won’t see every day… in fact, you’ll probably never see it at all. This is a proto-type Les Paul that we made a few years back and it is the only one in existence. For one reason or another it never made it into the line but it was a pretty cool guitar. The top was a beautiful natural Mahogany and the back featured this full-body mural of Les with his signature. For some reason it made an appearance at Epi headquartes today so I thought I would share.
May 11 2009, 10:42pm
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We just launched two new contests on http://www.epiphone.com. The first one is for a Prophecy SG GX and the second one is for a Les Paul Custom and Plain White T’s CD. Also, There is a dealer tie-in with the Plain White T’s contest. Visit a participating Authorized Epiphone Dealer and enter to win 2 concert tickets plus back stage meet & greet passes. Follow the link below for more info. CLICK HERE NOW
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April 2 2009, 1:12pm
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A new homepage will soon be posted at epiphone.com. This month we will feature the Zakk Wylde signature models that we have in our line and this cool pic of Zakk will be used in the layout. CLICK HERE to see if it’s posted yet.
February 27 2009, 1:46pm
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With CES under our belt… it’s time to move on! The NAMM show takes place this weekend in Anaheim, California and we will be there to unveil all the new models to our dealers. The new homepage at http://www.epiphone.com (posted today) highlights the new models and YOU can check them all out on-line by CLICKING HERE NOW.
Oh, and also… not sure if you caught it on the website… but we are giving away a sweet prize package this month that features 2 Epiphone guitars (including the awesome Prophecy Les Paul EX) plus a bunch of cool stuff from our NAMM Party co-sponsors. Sign up for your chance to win by CLICKING HERE.
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January 12 2009, 2:45pm
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Reunion Blues Vintage Guitars Road Show - Part 3
Have you seen the videos? Check out Part 3, also posted for your viewing pleasure on the Premier Guitar Magazine web site.
In the third segment of Reunion Blues’ Vintage Guitars Road Show, the show hits up Bananas at Large in California. Highlights include:
A very rough ‘69 Jazz Bass with so many modifications - including removal of the binding, and the owner’s name and SSN etched into the hardware - the appraisers get a little upset. Still, the bass’ value will surprise you. The single prototype of Fender’s Gold Custom Shop Strat. There was a limited run of 100, which was commissioned for NAMM’s 100th anniversary in 2001. Near-perfect 1961 SG-style Les Paul Jr.
December 20 2008, 2:52am
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