Epiphone Cornet Cherry

The Epiphone Coronet in Cherry is a reissue of one of Epiphone's earliest and most successful original solid-body electric guitar designs, first introduced in 1958. This modern version aims to capture the stripped-down, raw essence of the vintage model, making it a favorite for players seeking a unique, no-frills rock-and-roll machine.

Key Features:

• Body: Symmetrical double-cutaway solid body made of Mahogany. This wood is known for its warmth, resonance, and sustain, contributing to the guitar's rich tone.
• Finish: Typically a "Cherry" gloss finish, which is a transparent red that allows the wood grain to be visible. This classic finish evokes a vintage aesthetic.
• Neck:
  • Material: Mahogany, glued into the body (set neck construction) for enhanced sustain and stability.
  • Profile: Medium "C" shape, offering a comfortable and versatile feel for various playing styles.
  • Scale Length: 24.724" (or 24.7"), a familiar short scale that contributes to a warmer tone and easier string bending.
  • Fingerboard: Indian Laurel (or sometimes Rosewood in earlier models), with a 12" radius and 22 medium jumbo frets for smooth playability.
  • Nut: Graph Tech NuBone, enhancing tuning stability and sustain.
• Pickup:
  • Features a single Epiphone PRO P-90 Dogear single-coil pickup in the bridge position. This P-90 delivers a powerful, growling, and articulate tone with excellent clarity and dynamic response, capable of both sparkling cleans and gritty overdrive.
• Hardware:
  • Bridge/Tailpiece: Epiphone Lightning Bar compensated wraparound bridge, providing excellent intonation and sustain while keeping the design simple and robust.
  • Tuners: 3-on-a-plate vintage-style tuners with ivory buttons, matching the classic aesthetic and offering reliable tuning.
  • Hardware Finish: Nickel.
• Electronics:
  • Simple control layout with just one Master Volume and one Master Tone control, using high-quality CTS potentiometers for smooth and reliable operation.
• Aesthetics:
  • Features a distinctive white butterfly pickguard with a foil "E" logo.
  • Reduced-sized Kalamazoo headstock with an Epiphone Bikini badge.
  • Dot inlays on the fingerboard.
• Case: An optional EpiLite case or hardshell case is available but typically not included with the standard model.

The Epiphone Coronet in Cherry is valued for its straightforward design, resonant mahogany tone, and the powerful, versatile voice of its single P-90 pickup. It's a great option for players looking for a lightweight, comfortable, and tonally distinct solid-body electric guitar with a vintage vibe.