Epiphone Uptown Kat ES, Sapphire Blue Metallic

Full Description

Classic Semi-Hollow Design

The Epiphone Uptown Kat ES is built with a true ES-style semi-hollowbody, delivering the rich resonance and warm sustain that archtop guitars are known for. Constructed from 5-ply maple and poplar, the body offers a balanced tone with excellent projection, making it a standout choice for jazz, blues, and rock. The double-cutaway design provides easy access to the higher frets, while the bound top and back enhance both the aesthetic and structural integrity of the instrument. Whether on stage or in the studio, this semi-hollow archtop is designed to bring out expressive, dynamic playing.

Premium Tonewoods And Playability

With an ebony fingerboard and a mahogany SlimTaper C-profile neck, the Uptown Kat ES is built for comfort and smooth playability. The ebony fingerboard not only adds a sleek look but also provides a bright, articulate response that complements the warmth of the semi-hollow construction. A Graph Tech nut enhances sustain and tuning stability, ensuring consistent performance across different playing styles. Combined with medium jumbo frets and a 12-inch radius, this neck profile allows for effortless bends and fluid movement, making it an excellent choice for expressive soloing and rhythm playing.

Articulate And Dynamic Pickups

Equipped with a pair of Epiphone ProBucker FB720 mini humbuckers, the Uptown Kat ES delivers vintage-inspired tones with exceptional clarity and punch. These mini humbuckers are designed to capture the essence of classic archtop tones, offering a bright yet warm response with tight low end and rich midrange. The guitar features independent volume controls for each pickup, along with a master tone and master volume knob, allowing for precise tonal shaping. If you need shimmering cleans or growling overdrive, these pickups respond beautifully to your playing dynamics.

High-End Hardware And Reliability

From its gold Grover Rotomatic tuners to the LockTone Tune-O-Matic bridge and trapeze tailpiece, every detail of the Uptown Kat ES is designed for stability and reliability. The Grover tuners provide a smooth 18:1 gear ratio for precise tuning adjustments, ensuring that your guitar stays in tune even through extended playing sessions. The LockTone bridge enhances sustain and makes string changes a breeze, while the trapeze tailpiece adds a touch of vintage style to the overall design. Finished in Sapphire Blue Metallic with elegant gold accents, this guitar combines premium features with striking aesthetics, making it a standout choice that'll give you that jazzy feel.

Specifications

• Product Name: Epiphone Uptown Kat ES, Sapphire Blue Metallic
• Product Code: ETUESBMNH1

  Body

  • Body Style: Archtop
  • Body Shape: Archtop
  • Body Material: 5-ply Maple/Poplar
  • Binding: Body: 5-ply black and white, Fingerboard: 1-ply white
  • Body Finish: Gloss

  Neck & Fretboard

  • Profile: SlimTaper C-profile
  • Scale Length: 628.0 mm / 24.724 in
  • Fingerboard Material: Ebony
  • Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Fret Count: 22
  • Frets: Medium Jumbo
  • Nut Material: Graph Tech
  • Nut Width: 42.672 mm / 1.68 in
  • Inlays: Pearloid Block
  • Joint: Glued in

  Hardware & Electronics

  • Finish: Gold
  • Bridge: LockTone Tune-O-Matic
  • Tailpiece: Trapeze
  • Tuning Machines: Grover Rotomatic 18:1
  • Control Knobs: Gold "Top Hat" knobs
  • Pickup Covers: Gold
  • Neck Pickup: Epiphone Mini-ProBucker FB720
  • Bridge Pickup: Epiphone Mini-ProBucker FB720
  • Controls: Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Master Tone, Master Volume
  • Pickup Selector: 3-way Epiphone toggle
  • Output Jack: 1/4" Heavy-Duty Epiphone
  • Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046