Epiphone
S/H 1962 Epiphone Crestwood Custom
S/H 1962 Epiphone Crestwood Custom
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£6,500.00 GBP
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£7,995.00 GBP
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This is an impressive example of the Epiphone Crestwood Custom, which was the second version of Gibson's "SG Standard" equivalent. From 1960 to late 1963, Epiphone solid-body guitars were manufactured with symmetrical double cutaway bodies and a Gibson-style 3-on-3 headstock. These Epiphone solid-body guitars are rare as they never achieved the same level of prestige or professional acceptance as their Gibson counterparts, despite being produced in the same factory.
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This particular Crestwood Custom was produced in 1962 and features the same cherry finish on both the body and neck as the more common SG model. All hardware is nickel-plated and includes two PAF mini-humbucking pickups, an early no-wire ABR-1 Tune-o-matic bridge, and a long Epiphone Trem-O-Tone vibrato with a rosewood block insert. The pickguard is an unusual "half-clear" design with a shaded center and an Epiphone "E" logo. The knobs, switch, and Kluson tuners are identical to those found on the Gibson-branded SG.
The unbound rosewood fingerboard boasts unique oval pearloid inlays that are specific to this model. The neck has a relatively flat profile typical of 1961, but it is a bit thicker than some. At the time, this was the top-of-the-line Epiphone solid-body guitar, as the fancier three-pickup Crestwood Deluxe had not yet been introduced. This guitar is exceptionally lightweight, comfortable, and has an impressive, hot-sounding tone that is particularly snarly when the volume is turned up.
This guitar is all original throughout and comes with a period correct chipboard case or the option of a hiscox flight case.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch by phone 020 7379 0737 or email info@wunjoguitars.com if you have any further questions about this product.
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