Epiphone Dot Archtop Electric Guitar

Feel the warm, rich tone of a true semi-hollowbody with the Epiphone Dot Archtop. This jazz icon features set-neck construction and a pair of humbuckers. 385 People rated this product:

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The Epiphone Dot Archtop is a classic amongst rock and jazz guitarists. With construction modeled after the legendary ES-335, the Dot Archtop is a great, affordable way to get the same familiar semi-hollow tone. The Dot shares much in common with the ES-335 -- from the alnico-magnet humbucker pickups to the set mahogany neck to details like the "Gibson" engraved trussrod cover and stopbar tailpiece. Comfortably priced within range of working musicians, the Epiphone Dot Archtop makes a great entry-level jazz guitar for any player.

Warm, Full-bodied Sound

The Dot Archtop features a classic semi-hollow design and a pair of humbuckers to provide warm, full-bodied sound. The dual alnico pickups are modeled after the classic era humbuckers that defined the jazzy tones of semi-hollowbodies from the '60s. For versatility, the Dot also has a 3-position pickup selector to switch between pickup combinations. While the hollow wings of the Dot Archtop provide excellent body and sustain, the middle is a solid piece of wood which works to reduce feedback. Its body binding and laminated maple body looks great in the natural finish, while the red and ebony options present their own stylish flair. The neck is slightly rounder than the ultra-thin style of some ES-335s, but remains extremely playable for quick jazz licks.

Features:

- Classic semi-hollowbody design, ideal for jazz
- Dual alnico-magnet humbuckers for a big, warm sound
- Vintage hollowbody appointments with "Gibson" engraved truss rod cover and stopbar tailpiece
- Laminated maple body and top with mahogany neck
- Rosewood fretboard with iconic dot inlays
- Epiphone limited lifetime warranty with 24/7/365 customer service

The Epiphone Dot Archtop offers excellent value in a semi-hollowbody. Great as a first jazz guitar or as a backup for experienced plays, the Epiphone Dot Archtop is a contemporary favorite. zZounds is an authorized dealer of Epiphone products.

Pickups: 2 Humbuckers

Hardware: Chrome

Scale: 24.75 in.

Nut Width: 1.68 in.

Neck Joint: Set

Neck Material: Mahogany

Fingerboard: Rosewood/Dot

Binding: Body

Body Material: Laminated Maple

Top: Laminated Maple

Finishes: Cherry, Ebony, Natural, Vintage Sunburst

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Cherry: Shipping Weight: 11 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 44 x 22 x 5 in
Ebony: Shipping Weight: 13 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 44 x 21 x 5 in
Natural: Shipping Weight: 12 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 47 x 26 x 5 in
Vintage Sunburst: Shipping Weight: 12 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 44 x 21 x 5 in
Cherry, with Case: Shipping Weight: 21 lbs
Ebony, with Case: Shipping Weight: 22 lbs
Natural, with Case: Shipping Weight: 21 lbs
Vintage Sunburst, with Case: Shipping Weight: 22 lbs

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Sound: The sound of this guitar is nearly perfect for what I play. The quality of sound is amazing...it is exactly what I want. The guitar responded to the way I play as if I had owned it for 50 years. This guitar is perfect for my music style(punk/rock/alternative) this guitar would be great live, for a recording or for practice. It destroys the Fenders I have tried out before and my friends Epiphone, this Epiphone dot, along with all the others I have heard are incredible guitars. Feature: Two tone knobs, and two volume knobs along with a built in switch that you can use in place of a footswitch. Quality: This product is made very well. It doesn't go out of hardly ever, you can play it for a good two or three hours straight and it will still be nearly perfectly in tune. The guitar is made very well and has a lifetime warranty which you can't beat. Value: For 430 dollars this guitar is a steal. I really have no clue how Epiphone can make a guitar this nice, sell it for so cheap and make any money...this is a great guitar and truly underpriced. Manufacturer Support: Haven't dealt with them yet. The Wow Factor: When I first heard and saw this guitar I wanted it. You have to play it to know what I meen. Overall: I think this guitar will be with me until it wears out or I die. With a lifetime warranty I think this guitar will make the long haul pretty easily.

Style of Music: punk/rock/alternative

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Sound: I play in a retro sixties/seventies band and I have owned a Dot for 7 years. This guitar howls and puts out a sound reminiscent of sixties music. I find the bottom end a wee bit muddy and may put in Gibson Classic 57's to perk it up a bit, but it's more than acceptable for live gigs as it is. I owned a Gison Es-335 in the 70's and this guitar stacks up very well against it. Feature: The cherry finish is flawless and mine was a gold hardware "Special Edition" which really looks classy. The hardware is exceptional and the tuners are first rate. I can play for four hours with rarely a tuning adjustment necessary. I did replace the nut with a bone one because the plastic nut cracked when I put on a thcker gauge sting set, but this was only a minor thing. Ease of Use: I chose this model because of the excellent playability of the Gibson ES-335. This Epiphone version plays just as well. When properly set up, this guitar is a pleasure to play. The three positions availale enable me to coax almost any sound I want from this excellent guitar. Quality: Factory quality control was excellent because this guitar played perfectly, right out of the case. I have gigged with it extensively and, except for a bit of a muddy low end, this guitar has been my main instrument for several years now and I couldn't be more pleased with it. Value: For the price, this is an exceptional value. As other reviewers have noted, it blows many much more expensive guitars out of the ball park! Manufacturer Support: I had to replace the plastic nut and that would have been free had I not opted to replace it with bone. As it turned out, I only had to pay for the price differential on the part itself, not installation. I am very happy so far with their customer service and the waranty. The Wow Factor: This classic design just exudes class and good looks. The entire package - looks, style, fit and finish, technical quality, playability and sound quality make this guitar irresistable and hard for any serious guitarist to put down. Even if you're not on a limited budget, try this out and compare it to more expensive instruments and you'll be sold. Overall: I have owned this guitar, albeit a "special", more expensive edition, for over 7 years now and it remains my main instrument. As I said, I just might replace the pickups to get a clearer bottom end but, aside from that, I am extremely pleased with this beautiful guitar.

Style of Music: classic rock and lues

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