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Epiphone takes its famous guitar reputation to another level with the Epiphone EJ200CE cutaway acoustic electric guitar. The guitar is based on Gibson's flagship Hummingbird series and enhances overall flexibility and playability with addition of the cutaway & electronics.
If you're looking for a fantastic sounding acoustic electric guitar and are thinking about purchasing an Epiphone EJ200CE, here are a few facts about this awesome instrument and tips for buying one without breaking the bank.
The Epiphone EJ200CE is crafted with the sound that has made the series famous: a big, clean ambient acoustic sound.
What makes this instrument's sound special is the almost perfect sound on higher registers with deep, resonant tones from the lower registers even if played with no amplification.
The guitar then takes the sound and reproduces it effectively when amplified. Epiphone have attained this with their eSonic2 system and 'NanoFlex' pickup, that is built with 7 sensitive sensors that enhance string vibrations and resonance from the guitar body.
So string bends and slides aren't lost in amplification, making it ideal as a lead or rhythm instrument.
The guitar boasts exquisite construction and design. The guitar comes with a jumbo Maple body, which is surprisingly light, and a solid Spruce top.
The fretboard is Rosewood with nicely designed crown inlay, Maple neck and features body, neck and headstock binding. Epiphone have retained a significant feature from the Hummingbird: the ornate, floral pick guard design and included the Epiphone mustache bridge.
The class of this guitar is seen in the gold hardware, which sets nicely against the Natural, Black or Vintage Sunburst finishes.
The Epihone is created as an inexpensive guitar although sound, building and playability make this the ideal choice for newbies or experts as well.
Before purchasing, make sure to play it with and without amplification to make sure that the quality of sound is great. You need to make sure that string intonation is correct.
Check out the guitar finish against a light for blemishes or tiny scratches. When you're satisfied with the sound, intonation, amplification and design, one last check out the balance of the guitar and you might make sure that your musical instrument is a great choice, that will last you for years in the future. Enjoy your guitar search.
