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Key Features
- The historic 60s guitar recreated for the modern player
- Natural, warm tone from a solid spruce top and mahogany body
- Superior amplification with a Fishman undersaddle pickup
- Comfortable to play at every fret thanks to a slim taper neck profile
Epiphone Masterbilt Texan, Antique Natural Overview
The original muse. Recreated with care and precision. Epiphone's Masterbilt Texan Acoustic takes inspiration from the historic 60s model that Paul McCartney and Peter Frampton loved. This accurate reproduction is here to inspire the next generation of guitarists, bringing top of the range features to the table. Classic design. Contemporary innovation. All in one instrument.
Superior tone from the finest woods. The Masterbilt Texan gets its warm character from a solid mahogany body and spruce top. Alongside its pronounced, well-balanced timbre, Epiphone's pedigree acoustic brings depth and texture at any fret position. Take to the stage and get your talent heard by everyone. The Fishman OEM Sonitone undersaddle pickup projects with ease, retaining the natural tone of the wood even at high volumes. Whether you're keeping the rhythm with chords, getting fancy with fingerstyle, or sliding into a swampy solo, you'll always be comfortable on a slim taper neck that leaves your finger positioning unhindered.
There's a reason why the Texan is revered by some of the world's top guitarists. Epiphone have worked tirelessly to deliver a unique experience, promising outstanding build quality, unmatched tone, and renowned design. Discover the sound of your own completion. Welcome to the Epiphone family.
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View Full DescriptionThe Sound of the Deep South
From Elvis Presley to Ray Charles, Dolly Parton to Buddy Holly. Nowhere does music like the Southern states. With the Epiphone Masterbilt Texan, you become a part of the history. Explore deep tonal textures that are as rich as American heritage. Built from a Sitka Spruce top and Mahogany back and sides, the Texan resonates with bright timbre that's as pronounced as it is warm.
As Smooth as Route 66
This is no back country beaten track. The Texan is sculpted to perfection, offering effortless playability on a mahogany neck. Topped with an Indian Laurel fretboard, this 25.5" scale length guitar brings flexible finger positioning to any style, giving you freedom of movement up high and down low. Kick back and take a smooth ride. The medium jumbo frets, 12" fingerboard radius, and slim taper neck all work together to make you play better. You'd be forgiven for mistaking this for a salt-flat dragstrip.
The Future of Acoustic Amplification
When you've got tone this good, you need to make sure it's heard by everyone. Introducing the Masterbilt Texan's secret weapon. Epiphone have proudly equipped their flagship acoustic with Fishman's Sonitone. Purpose built to retain the character of the wood, the Sonitone preamp is mounted directly in the sound hole, offering rotary controls for volume and tone. Project with excellence thanks to an undersaddle pickup that sings with sweet sustain. Whether you're playing to close friends or on the international stage, the Texan is the ultimate way to showcase your talent.
Specifications
Body & Bridge
- Top Material: Sitka Spruce
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Body Type: Texan
- Bridge: Advance Jumbo Reverse Belly
- Colour: Antique Natural
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: Slim Taper C
- Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Fingerboard Inlay: Texan Style Parallelogram
- Number of Frets: 20
- Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
- Scale Length: 25.5"
Hardware & Electronics
- Tuning Machines: Three on a Side with Ivory Buttons
- Pickguard: Select Tortoiseshell Style with Foil 'E' Logo
- Pickups: Fishman OEM Sonitone
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