Epiphone - Extura Prophecy Black Aged Gloss
The Epiphone Extura Prophecy Black Aged Gloss combines power and versatility. Designed for progressive rock enthusiasts, this guitar offers improved ergonomics thanks to its Asymmetrical Slim Taper mahogany neck, and optimal playability with its 24 jumbo frets on an ebony fingerboard. Built-in Fishman Fluence pickups allow you to switch between three distinct tones, ensuring a rich and varied sonic palette. With its unique Explorer Extura shape, this guitar combines a narrow-profile mahogany body with a deep cutaway, inspired by the famous Gibson Explorer and Futura models. This configuration not only provides a bold aesthetic, but also optimal playing comfort, especially when accessing the high notes.
Specifications
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Epiphone Extura Prophecy Black Aged Gloss
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Electric guitar
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Series: Prophecy
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Manufacturer reference: EIXTYAJBBN1
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Body shape: Explorer Extura
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Scale: 24.724" (628mm)
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Color: Black
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Finish: Aged Gloss
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Assembly: Set-in neck
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Body: Mahogany
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Body binding: White
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Neck: Mahogany
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Neck shape: Asymmetrical Slim Taper
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Fingerboard: Ebony
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Fingerboard inlays: Block & triangle, mother-of-pearl
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Radius: 12" (305 mm)
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Frets: 24, jumbo
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Neck binding: white
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Nut: 43 mm (1.692”), Graph Tech NuBone
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Neck pickup: Fishman Humbucker Fluence
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Bridge pickup: Fishman Humbucker Fluence
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Active electronics, powered by 9V battery
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Controls: volume + Push/Pull, tone + Push/Pull
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Push/Pull effects: selection of voices of Fluence pickups
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3-position selector
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Buttons: Domes, knurled
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Bridge: Tune-O-Matic LockTone
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Tailpiece: Stop Bar LockTone
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Machine heads: Grover Locking Rotomatic
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Hardware color: Brushed Nickel
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Strings: 010/046
Presentation
The Fishman Fluence pickups at the heart of the Epiphone Extura Prophecy provide a level of tonal flexibility that is unmatched. With push/pull potentiometers, you can easily switch from vintage humbucker tones reminiscent of the legendary Gibson BurstBucker/PAF to more modern, cutting tones or the character of single-coil pickups.
This sonic versatility makes it ideal for guitarists looking to explore a variety of musical styles without compromise.
The Epiphone Extura Prophecy’s Asymmetrical Slim Taper Mahogany neck is designed to provide unmatched playability. With its 24 jumbo frets and ebony fingerboard, this guitar guarantees exceptional precision and speed of play, whether you play complex solos or heavy riffs.
In addition, the sculpted heel of the neck facilitates access to the higher frets, ensuring additional comfort for live performances.
The active electronics of this guitar are powered by a 9V battery, allowing to maximize the potential of the Fishman Fluence pickups. The LockTone Tune-O-Matic bridge with Stop Bar tailpiece, combined with Grover Locking Rotomatic tuners, ensures remarkable tuning stability and prolonged sustain.
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With its rich history and commitment to quality, Epiphone continues to innovate while respecting the traditions for which it is renowned.
Since its inception, Epiphone's Prophecy series has always sought to push the boundaries of what is possible in electric guitars. With the Extura Prophecy, Epiphone delivers a guitar that not only honors the great classics, but also meets the demands of modern guitarists seeking new sonic and technical possibilities.
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