Epiphone - 1957 SJ-200 Antique Natural + étui
The 1957 SJ-200 Antique Natural is an Epiphone acoustic-electric guitar from the Inspired by Gibson Custom series. Known as the queen of flat-tops, this jumbo guitar features a solid thermo-tempered Sitka spruce top, solid flamed maple back and sides, and a C-shaped moiré maple neck. It is equipped with an L.R. Baggs VTC preamp and an under-saddle pickup, ensuring high-quality performance.
Specifications
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Epiphone 1957 SJ-200 Antique Natural + case
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Electro-acoustic folk guitar
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Series: Inspired by Gibson Custom
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Type: 1957 SJ-200
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Manufacturer's reference: ECJ2057NAVGH1
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Body shape: jumbo
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Scale: 648 mm (25.50")
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Color: Antique Natural
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Varnish: satin
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Assembly: dovetail, glued
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Top: solid thermo-heated Sitka spruce
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Bracing: traditional X
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Body binding: plywood
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Sides: solid flamed maple
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Back: solid flamed maple
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Neck: moiré maple + central walnut strip
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Neck shape: C
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Fingerboard: laurel
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Fingerboard inlays: mother-of-pearl, Graduated Crown
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Binding fingerboard + headstock: single-ply
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Radius: 305 mm (12.00")
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Frets: 20, Standard
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Nut: 43.789 mm (1.724"), bone
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Pickup: piezo / bridge, L.R. Baggs VTC
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Electronics: active, L.R. Baggs VTC
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Power supply: 9 V battery
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Controls: volume + tone, in the soundhole
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Output: 6.35 mm jack
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Bridge: laurel, moustache
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Nut: bone, compensated
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Tuning pegs: bone
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Machine heads: Vintage Epiphone Deluxe
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Pickguard: imitation tortoise + floral illustrations
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Hardware color: gold
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Strings: 012 / 0.53
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Supplied with case
Presentation
This guitar also features vintage Epiphone Deluxe tuners and a tortoiseshell pickguard with floral artwork, adding a touch of sophistication to its aesthetic. The Antique Natural satin finish enhances its flamed wood, while providing durable protection.
With a 25.5-inch (648 mm) scale length and a 17.3-inch (43.789 mm) compensated bone nut, the Epiphone 1957 SJ-200 provides comfortable playability for chords and solos alike. The under-bridge piezo pickup coupled with the L.R. Baggs VTC preamp delivers faithful amplified tone, ideal for live performances.
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Since its inception, the SJ-200 series has evolved to meet the needs of contemporary musicians while remaining true to its roots. This model embodies the perfect balance of tradition and innovation, making it a popular choice for guitarists of all backgrounds.
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