Epiphone Inspired by John Lennon Casino Electric Guitar (with Case)
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Imagine yourself playing Lennon's classic '65 Casino. This gorgeous, historically accurate semi-hollowbody boasts a pair of Gibson USA dog-ear P-90 pickups.
What's special about this item?
| Feature: | What it does: |
|---|---|
| P-90 pickups | Bright and clear; strong mids, great lows |
| Switchcraft 3-way toggle | High-quality, industry standard pickup selector |
| Semi-hollow body | Enhances sustain, more open tone and feel |
| 1960s SlimTaper C neck profile | Modern C-shaped neck; comfortable consistent feel |
Overview
The "Inspired by" John Lennon Casinos offer the professional musician the same key features of Epiphone's acclaimed John Lennon signature U.S.A. Casinos, at a more affordable price. Based upon the "1965" Casino and the "Revolution" Casino, these "Inspired by" versions combine the cost-effective workmanship of Epiphone's own factory in Asia with original Gibson U.S.A. electronics, including classic P-90 pickups with dog-ear, nickel-plated covers and a Switchcraft(tm) made toggle and output jack.
Sunburst Finish: Inspired by the 1965 Lennon Casino
In 1966, during the recording of "Revolver," John Lennon and George Harrison each acquired vintage sunburst Epiphone Casino guitars. The 1965 Casino is a reproduction of the original guitar John purchased with its sunburst finish and stock hardware. Attention to detail includes the correct "burst" pattern and front and back, neck joint at the 16th fret (instead of the 17th), vintage style tuners with small metal buttons, black washer around the toggle switch and the historically accurate rectangle "blue label" inside the sound hole.Natural Finish: Inspired by the Revolution Lennon Casino
In 1968, John had his Casino sanded down to the bare wood and covered with a thin, dull finish. During that time, he also replaced the tuners with Gold Grovers and removed the pickguard. He first used this "natural" Casino during "The White Album" sessions in 1968. The "Inspired by" Revolution Casino is a reproduction of this stripped guitar… read more and as it also remains today.Hard Case Included
Each "Inspired by" Casino includes a hard case while the Revolution version also includes the unattached pickguard and mounting bracket.Support Music Education
As with all Epiphone Lennon guitars, a portion of the proceeds from the sale of each goes to the BMI Foundation for the John Lennon Scholarship Fund which supports music education. Backed by Epiphone's Limited Lifetime Warranty and 24/7/365 day Customer Service, these "Inspired by" Casinos capture the essence of the 1960's and the Beatles with their authentic looks, specifications and one-of-kind sound and feel that only a Casino has. Pick up one today and start a Revolution! read lessSpecs
- Body Material: Laminated Maple
- Neck Materials: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: SlimTaper(TM)
- Neck Joint: Glued-In; 16th fret
- Truss Rod: Adjustable
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood with pearloid "Parallelogram" inlays
- Fingerboard Radius: 14"
- Frets: 22; medium-jumbo
- Bridge Pickup: Gibson U.S.A P-90T
- Neck Pickup: Gibson U.S.A. P-90R
Controls:
- Bridge Volume
- Neck Volume
- Bridge Tone
- Neck Tone
- Swithcraft(TM) 3-way toggle
- Swithcraft(TM): 1/4" Output Jack
- Bridge: Tune-o-matic
- Tailpiece: Trapeze
- Nut Width: 1-11/16"
- Hardware: Black
- Binding: Body and Fingerboard
- Machine Heads: (1965 - VS) Vintage-style, 14:1 ratio with small metal buttons
(Revolution - LN) Gold Grovers
- Includes: Hard Case (940-E519), Unattached Pickguard/Mounting Hardware (Revolution ONLY)
- Warranty: Epiphone Limited Lifetime
- Neck Materials: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: SlimTaper(TM)
- Neck Joint: Glued-In; 16th fret
- Truss Rod: Adjustable
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood with pearloid "Parallelogram" inlays
- Fingerboard Radius: 14"
- Frets: 22; medium-jumbo
- Bridge Pickup: Gibson U.S.A P-90T
- Neck Pickup: Gibson U.S.A. P-90R
Controls:
- Bridge Volume
- Neck Volume
- Bridge Tone
- Neck Tone
- Swithcraft(TM) 3-way toggle
- Swithcraft(TM): 1/4" Output Jack
- Bridge: Tune-o-matic
- Tailpiece: Trapeze
- Nut Width: 1-11/16"
- Hardware: Black
- Binding: Body and Fingerboard
- Machine Heads: (1965 - VS) Vintage-style, 14:1 ratio with small metal buttons
(Revolution - LN) Gold Grovers
- Includes: Hard Case (940-E519), Unattached Pickguard/Mounting Hardware (Revolution ONLY)
- Warranty: Epiphone Limited Lifetime
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-4GIBSON
Web: https://www.epiphone.com/en-US/Support/Contact
Phone: 800-4GIBSON
Web: https://www.epiphone.com/en-US/Support/Contact
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
(4 ratings)
Submitted October 17, 2010 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Top quality,from jangle to twang, to punk to funk, Lennon would be proud!"
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If this guitar was stolen I would cry baby cry. Then I'd buy another, because I'm old enough to know better.
Sound
I purchased the sunburst model here at Zzounds.com. If you are looking for a quality Casino without forking over the big bucks for an Elite, than this is your Casino. I was weighing between the Elite and this Inspired by Lennon model. Once I recieved the Inspired By Casino I knew I made the right descion. The quality, the tone. The P90 pickups can do it all, Jazz warm to Brit pop Jangle to Nashville Twang. Throw on the over drive and it's God Save the Queen. This is a fun guitar for the Beatles covers! It sounds like Lennon's! Epiphone did a great job on this Inspired By Lennon Casino.
Features
The Epiphone Inspired By John Lennon includes a beautiful case! I own older Epiphones "96 Casino, 97 Lucille, 97 Rivera" and this case is a higher quality case. Very nice looking! Also incuded was a guitar cable.
Ease of Use
Quality
The quality is absolutly top notch. I would compare it to a high end Japanese guitar or American custom shop. This guitar was built to last forever. I own Rickenbacker's, American Fenders and high end Gretsch's and this guitar hais comparable with regards to quality. The way it feels and the way it plays. Weather you are a giging musician or a home studio rock star, this guitar will serve you well.
Value… read more
This guitar is a steal, plain and simple. You could pay a lot more for the same quality. You can also get so many tones out of this guitar, that alone makes this guitar more valuble.
Manufacturer Support
I have not had to contact Epiphone Support for any problems. I have contacted Epiphone support in the past for questions about parts and they were very helpful and responsive.
The Wow Factor
I own the Sunburst model and it looks as great as it feels! Top notch! This guitar will inspire you!
Musical Background:
Been in bands, active muscian, hoppyist
Musical Style:
Alll of the above read less
Sound
I purchased the sunburst model here at Zzounds.com. If you are looking for a quality Casino without forking over the big bucks for an Elite, than this is your Casino. I was weighing between the Elite and this Inspired by Lennon model. Once I recieved the Inspired By Casino I knew I made the right descion. The quality, the tone. The P90 pickups can do it all, Jazz warm to Brit pop Jangle to Nashville Twang. Throw on the over drive and it's God Save the Queen. This is a fun guitar for the Beatles covers! It sounds like Lennon's! Epiphone did a great job on this Inspired By Lennon Casino.
Features
The Epiphone Inspired By John Lennon includes a beautiful case! I own older Epiphones "96 Casino, 97 Lucille, 97 Rivera" and this case is a higher quality case. Very nice looking! Also incuded was a guitar cable.
Ease of Use
Quality
The quality is absolutly top notch. I would compare it to a high end Japanese guitar or American custom shop. This guitar was built to last forever. I own Rickenbacker's, American Fenders and high end Gretsch's and this guitar hais comparable with regards to quality. The way it feels and the way it plays. Weather you are a giging musician or a home studio rock star, this guitar will serve you well.
Value… read more
This guitar is a steal, plain and simple. You could pay a lot more for the same quality. You can also get so many tones out of this guitar, that alone makes this guitar more valuble.
Manufacturer Support
I have not had to contact Epiphone Support for any problems. I have contacted Epiphone support in the past for questions about parts and they were very helpful and responsive.
The Wow Factor
I own the Sunburst model and it looks as great as it feels! Top notch! This guitar will inspire you!
Musical Background:
Been in bands, active muscian, hoppyist
Musical Style:
Alll of the above read less
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