Used epiphone genesis deluxe pro solid body electric guitar. A nicely put together acoustic that has a select spruce top and mahogany body and neck, this instrument epitomizes epiphone s focus on making. I have an epiphone genesis bass the neck is badly bowed and the headstock has been repaired snapped off at some point. Designed to evoke the 1979era collector favorite, this deluxe pro model boasts a pair of probucker pickups with coiltapping. The epiphone dr100 guitar is perfect for the beginner or pro. Epiphone genesis deluxe pro vintage sunburst electric guitars.
This model also has the separate pickup mode switch, rather than the pushpull variety of the later model. Edition genesis deluxe pro goes a step further with epiphones bold probucker pickups with individual coilsplitting for the rhythm and lead pickups to put the. A classic made to last a lifetime the epiphone ltd. Now some 30 years later, epiphone has reissued a limited run of these horned warriors, dubbed the genesis deluxe pro. It would be hard to have come up with a better name for this model. The fit is snug and supportive, compartment inside for extra strings, wellbalanced. The pro1 is a dreadnoughtstyle acoustic guitar, probably the most recognized acoustic guitar profile in the world and a model that epiphone has been perfecting since 1932. One of epiphone s most original and modern designs, the epiphone genesis was first published in the epiphone catalog in late 1979 and was viewed as a great era in epiphone instruments. Order status wish list facebook twitter youtube rss. This tickbiteextreme hand pick guitar will quickly become your go to guitar. The classic epiphone genesis was one of epiphone s most original and modern designs when it was first published in the epiphone catalog in late 1979. Dreadnoughtstyle guitars are known for their incredible volume and tonal range. Refurbished guitar brings the musician high quality gear at low prices.
A nicely put together acoustic that has a select spruce top and mahogany body and neck, this instrument epitomizes epiphones focus on. In 2012, epiphone reissued the model as the limited edition genesis pro. Epiphone ltd ed genesis deluxe pro bc elektricna gitara. Epiphone has addressed a few of these instances with a pair of new guitar models. They were prototyped in japan, but due to cost considerations were manufactured at a factory owned by pearl drums in taichung, taiwan. This was kind of another one of those guitars that stuck around for a few years, but made a quick, subtle exit out the back door when no one was looking. One of epiphones most original and modern designs, the epiphone genesis was first published in the epiphone catalog in late 1979 and was viewed as a great era in epiphone instruments. Since attending a dave matthews band concert as a teenager, jason has been into all things guitar. The classic epiphone genesis was one of epiphones most original and modern designs when it was first published in the epiphone catalog in late 1979.
I played short part of some songs, jungleland by bruce springsteen for coil tappe, and ill be there for you by. An iowa native, jason has degrees in music business from minnesota statemankato and jazz pedagogy from the. This is some demos of the epiphone genesis pro guitar. If the midnight sapphire comes back around ill buy it and case from zzounds, of course.
It was designed by jim walker, of marketing for gibson guitar corporation. Skip to main content skip to footer site5116192181 site5116192181 used 116192181 epiphone genesis deluxe pro solid body electric guitar site5116192181. The guitar is made of selected laminated spruce, which helps the quality of the tone over other similarly priced models. Epiphone l00 acousticelectric guitar, vintage sunburst. The dreadnought style has been widely utilised for its incredible volume and tonal range.
Epiphone listened and launches this month the limited edition genesis deluxe pro, which has the same shape as the 1970s original but with some updated features, such as a coiltap and epiphone probucker pickups. The new limited edition genesis deluxe pro offers upgraded epiphone probucker pickups, which allow for coiltapping on both pickups. Genesis deluxe pro has added features like coiltapping, epiphone probucker pickups and grover tuners along with a beautiful aaa flame maple veneer top and solid mahogany body. The genesis was created in order to revalue the epiphone brand and reposition it as a manufacturer of highquality instruments. Have 3 of the 4 epiphone genesis deluxe pros and have bought the reissue cases from zzounds. Epiphone genesis deluxe pro movie guitar trailer duration. I have an epiphone genesis bass the neck is badly bowed and the headstock. Premier guitars jason shadrick demos the epiphone genesis electric guitar.
Epiphone modernized a few features and their decisions were an improvement actually. I really liked it but wasnt going to pull the trigger unless i could get a significant discount. Epiphone genesis 1979 black cream made in japan vintage. Well, i now have a vintage burst on the way to go with my trans black one and my vintage burst pro fx. Epiphone genesis deluxe pro midnight saphire electric. Well, i now have a vintage burst on the way to go with my trans black one and my vintage burst profx. On the rhythm setting the guitar provides a full rich sounding tone. Epiphone limited edition genesis deluxe pro electric guitar. Epiphone jared james nichols old glory les paul custom ebony duration.
The first prototypes of the epiphone genesis were built handmade by jim walker with the help of his old friend and mentor john montgomery. Edition genesis deluxe pro brings back this collectors favorite in all its original glory with added features like coilsplitting, epiphone probucker. The gibson version is massively popular for a reason with pro guitarists, and i really cant see why those of us on a budget would be in any way disappointed with the results from epiphones version. Epiphone pro1 natural beginners acoustic guitar gak. Edition genesis deluxe pro brings back this collectors favourite in all its original glory with added features like coiltapping, epiphone probuckergao pickups and grovergao tuners along with a beautiful aaa flame maple veneer top and solid mahogany body. Aug 08, 2014 epiphone genesis deluxe pro black cherry. Edition has been unveiled, bringing a classic, but less commonly known epiphone model from the late 70s back to the fore. Other, more experience guitar players than myself have tried it out and were really impressed by the sound, playability, and high quality look of the guitar i did remove the metal e that comes affixed to the pickguard, it is just a sticker and comes off easily.
Epiphone genesis deluxe 1970s sunburst guitar for sale rock. The genesis series was designed by jim walker, then director of marketing for gibson. Discussion in guitars started by fullonshred, aug 8, 2014. Epiphone listenedand the epiphone pro1 acoustic collection provides the solution. The pro1 dreadnought style acoustic guitar is a terrific first step into the world of guitar featuring all of the pro1 collections breakthrough features including. Edition genesis deluxe pro features epiphone s legendary rocksolid gold hardware including a locktone tuneomatic fully adjustable. Edition genesis deluxe pro would bring back this collectors favorite in all its original glory with added features like coiltapping, epiphone probucker pickups and grover tuners along with a beautiful aaa flame maple veneer top and solid mahogany body in four new beautiful color finishes, including black cherry. The elpro looks and sounds like a much more expensive guitar. This guitar was created in order to revalue the epiphone brand and reposition it as a manufacturer of highquality instruments. These pickups are designed to mimic the behavior and tonality of gibsons popular paf humbuckers, while having the versatility of modern coil tapping. The pro1 dreadnought style acoustic guitar is a terrific first step into the world of guitar featuring all of the pro1 collections breakthrough features including ezprofile d neck, and online lessons from emedia. Last year, epiphone asked you about the return of the genesis electric guitar to the manufacturers catalog. The return of a bold guitar for everything from hard rock to jazz fusion.
Its back and now with coiltapping and epiphone probucker pickups. The original genesis was released in 1979 and produced in taiwan until 1981. Yes, i would like to receive emails with news and offers from musicians friend. The classic epiphone genesis was one of epiphones most original and modern designs when. Drawing on over 140 years of experience, epiphone luthiers have reinvented the acoustic guitar to create an instrument thats easy to get started on but sounds so good youll keep playing it all your life. Head to the genesis feedback page to register your interest. I have been double cut gassing for a while, and someone it was liquidfire thanks posted this guitar on a thread i had started along those lines a while back. The epiphone genesis was designed by jim walker, who was director of marketing for gibson guitar corporation between 1977 and 1983. Epiphone genesis deluxe pro midnight saphire electric guitars. An iowa native, jason has degrees in music business from minnesota statemankato and jazz pedagogy from the university of northern iowa. The epiphone le genesis deluxe pro electric guitar puts this collectors favorite back into the limelight with a beautiful aaa flame maple veneer top and solid. Epiphone genesis reissue i owned an original genesis in 1979 and it was a great guitar, so i was excited to have the opportunity to buy a reissue. Nicelooking guitar, average finish and details, varnish is too thick at some edges.
A doublecut classic just like walkers original design, the genesis reissue glistens with both vintage vibe and forwardlooking, playercentric features. Jan 27, 2017 for those who are into this sort of thing, this guitar is the original, 3knob genesis deluxe pro from the late 70searly 80s, not the fourknob reissue made in 20. Yes the neck feels very pleasant, much more than its. Epiphone genesis deluxe pro vintage sunburst electric. Im looking real hard at the new epiphone pro1 acoustics. Epiphone has not yet committed to worldwide distribution of this model and is calling for genesis fans feedback to help it to decide how to distribute the finished product. Epiphone limited edition genesis deluxe pro electric. Epiphone limited edition genesis deluxe pro audiofanzine. Epiphone limited edition genesis deluxe pro vintage sunburst. For those who are into this sort of thing, this guitar is the original, 3knob genesis deluxe pro from the late 70searly 80s, not the fourknob reissue made in 20. The epiphone pro1 acoustic guitar by epiphone is built passion and innovation. Read more about epiphones genesis deluxe pro electric guitar.
The reason the hummingbirds sound is so popular is how rounded it is. View all results for epiphone pro 1 at sweetwater the worlds leading music technology and instrument retailer. Edition is here, restoring a lesserknown, cultclassic guitar. Epiphone pro1 acoustic guitar dreadnought style with custom proprietary bracing. Epiphone limited edition genesis deluxe pro guitarsite. Get the guaranteed best price on solid body electric guitars like the epiphone limited edition genesis deluxe pro electric guitar at musicians friend. The genesis has not been in production since 1981, though the doublecutaway solid body. The genesis has earned more of a nostalgic cult following over the years to make up for the lack of appreciation it. The genesis has not been in production since 1981, though the doublecutaway solid body guitar has a cult following of fans that sing its praises. Designed to evoke the 1979era collector favorite, this deluxe pro model boasts a. Epiphones line of pro1 guitars is designed primarily for beginners, with the goal of providing them with instruments that are comfortable and easy to play as well as affordable. Along with its bold shape, the genesis featured coiltaping for both pickups via a separate toggle switch. The genesis series was designed by jim walker, who was the director of marketing for gibson between 1977 and 1983. Being an ol fart with moderate arthritis in my hands, playing acoustics is often a painful.
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