Epiphone - 1957 SJ-200 Vintage Sunburst + étui
The Epiphone 1957 SJ-200 Vintage Sunburst is an exceptional electro-acoustic guitar, combining tradition and modernity. Taking the iconic features of the original 1957 model, this SJ-200 is equipped with a solid thermo-heated Sitka spruce top, solid flamed maple back and sides, and a maple neck with a C profile. It also integrates an L.R. Baggs VTC electronic system for faithful and natural amplification. With its Vintage Sunburst color and satin varnish, this guitar offers a vintage look while guaranteeing exceptional playability and a rich sound.
Specifications
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Epiphone 1957 SJ-200 Vintage Sunburst + 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: ECJ2057VSVGH1
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Body shape: jumbo
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Scale: 648 mm (25.50")
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Color: Vintage Sunburst
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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 markers: mother-of-pearl, Graduated Crown
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Fingerboard + headstock binding: 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
The solid flamed maple back and sides give this guitar a distinctive look, while contributing to the richness and depth of its tone. The laurel fingerboard, with mother-of-pearl "Graduated Crown" inlays, not only brings an aesthetic touch but also unmatched playing comfort. The moiré maple neck with a C profile guarantees a comfortable grip, even during long playing sessions.
It is equipped with an L.R. Baggs VTC preamp, ensuring a transparent and natural amplification of the sound. The laurel "moustache" bridge and compensated bone nut, combined with Epiphone Deluxe Vintage tuners, ensure impeccable tuning stability and perfect intonation. This guitar is ready to shine on stage thanks to its high-performance electronics and robustness.
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Epiphone's history is marked by its association with Gibson, which has given it unparalleled expertise.
For decades, Epiphone has been known for its ability to faithfully reproduce Gibson classics, while making them accessible to a wider audience.
The SJ-200 1957 Vintage Sunburst is a perfect example of this, blending tradition and innovation to deliver an instrument that is both beautiful and powerful.
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