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Description

Discover the Epiphone Casino Single Pickup, a classic semi-hollowbody electric guitar that has captured the hearts of musicians worldwide. Known for its warm and resonant sound, this guitar is a staple in the arsenal of any serious player, from budding enthusiasts to seasoned professionals. The Casino's single P-90 pickup delivers a bright and clear tone, enabling you to explore a wide range of musical styles while maintaining that vintage vibe.

The Casino's laminated maple body construction, coupled with a mahogany neck, ensures that every note resonates with clarity and depth. Its distinctive trapeze tailpiece adds to the guitar's aesthetic appeal while providing a smooth and responsive playability. The comfortable 'C' shape neck profile is perfect for those long jam sessions, reducing fatigue and allowing for seamless transitions across the fretboard.

Whether you're channeling the sounds of rock 'n' roll, jazz, or blues, the Epiphone Casino Single Pickup offers a balance of style and substance. Its timeless design and exceptional construction make it a reliable companion for any musical journey.

Key Features:

  • Semi-hollowbody design for rich, resonant sound
  • Single P-90 pickup for bright and clear tones
  • Laminated maple body with mahogany neck
  • Comfortable 'C' shape neck profile
  • Trapeze tailpiece for added aesthetic and playability
  • Versatile sound suitable for various musical genres
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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Epiphone Casino Single Pickup.

Mods and upgrades

  • Lollar 50s wind pickups offer lower output with mid-range bite; chrome covers simplify the swap if sizing is standard.

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  • Wolfetone Mean and Meaner P90s can be improved by raising the neck pickup by 1mm with fiber shims for balanced sound.

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  • Pegcity P90 pickups are highly praised, though there might be a wait for delivery.

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  • A Gotoh GE104B bridge is suggested to eliminate rattle and improve sustain, with some users adding nail polish on the retainer wire for added stability.

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  • Seymour Duncan Retrospec'd Antiquity P-90 Dog Ears are a popular upgrade for improved tone, with some users specifically recommending these pickups.

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  • Gretsch Electromatic models with Dearmond 2000 pickups are recommended as alternatives for those seeking a hollowbody with single coil characteristics similar to P90s.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Use dental floss to pull unreachable pots and jack socket through holes when rewiring the Epiphone Casino.

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  • Avoid long shaft pots; they are difficult to fit in the Casino's body.

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  • Owners recommend replacing the nut and leveling the frets to address tuning instability and improve playability.

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Comparisons

  • The Ibanez AS73 is frequently preferred over the Casino for better playability and comfort, despite the Casino's superior tone for 60s music.

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  • Some users find P90s on the Casino to sound hotter and fatter like humbuckers, rather than the brighter tone of traditional Fender-style single coils.

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User experience

  • Some owners experience tuning issues with new Casinos, noting they often go sharp and require frequent adjustments.

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Features and functionality

  • The P90 pickups on newer Casinos have a reputation for being squealy and microphonic, particularly at high volumes or near amplifiers.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Casino's tone is highly praised for capturing classic 60s sounds, making it suitable for Beatles-inspired music and similar styles.

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  • The Casino is highly praised for its association with The Beatles, capturing iconic tones used by Lennon, McCartney, and Harrison in their later albums.

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  • P90s can provide a suitable sound for country music if players are open to a hotter, fatter tone compared to traditional single coil pickups.

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In a recent Coldplay livestream on Instagram, Jonny can be seen using a single-pickup Epiphone Casino to play their song 'Yellow.'

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