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Description
The Dwight Coronet was identical to the second iteration of the Epiphone Coronet produced under a different Gibson subsidiary, Dwight guitars, which was the house brand for Sonny Shields Music in East Saint Louis, Illinois. The Dwight and Epiphone Coronets have the same specs, with the exception of the branding on the headstock. Gibson would drop the Dwight branding in 1963 when they updated the design of the Coronet, moving it to the truss rod cover in favor of an Epiphone logo on the Epiphone Dwight Coronet.
Product specs
| Brand | Epiphone |
| Model | Dwight Coronet |
| Finish | Cherry, Silver Fox |
| Year | 1963 - 1967 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Solid Body Electric Guitars |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Body Shape | Double Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid Body |
| Bridge/Tailpiece Type | Wrap-Around |
| Color Family | Red, Silver |
| Finish Style | Gloss |
| Fretboard Material | Rosewood |
| Model Family | Epiphone Coronet |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Number of Frets | 22 |
| Number of Strings | 6-String |
| Offset Body | Offset Body |
| Pickup Configuration | S |
| Right / Left Handed | Right Handed |
| Scale Length | 24.75" |
| Wood Top Style | Plain |
FAQs
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What is the neck profile like on the Epiphone Coronet Dwight model?
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The Epiphone Coronet Dwight model features a comfortable set-neck construction with a mahogany neck, providing a smooth and fast playing experience suitable for various playing styles.
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What kind of tones can I expect from the pickup on the Epiphone Coronet Dwight model?
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The Coronet Dwight model is equipped with a single P-90 pickup, known for its bright, punchy tone with a bit of grit, making it versatile for rock, blues, and punk genres.
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Is the Epiphone Coronet Dwight model suitable for beginners?
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Yes, the Epiphone Coronet Dwight model is suitable for beginners due to its straightforward design, comfortable playability, and versatile tone that can accommodate a range of musical styles.
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What are the finish options available for the Epiphone Coronet Dwight model?
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The Epiphone Coronet Dwight model is available in Cherry and Silver Fox finishes, both offering a classic and stylish look.
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How does the wrap-around bridge on the Epiphone Coronet Dwight model affect its playability?
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The wrap-around bridge on the Coronet Dwight model provides excellent sustain and intonation, contributing to its overall solid and resonant tone.
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When longtime Epiphone fan Paul Weller debuted his latest album, Sonik Kicks, he appeared on several BBC television specials playing his main axe—a 60s era vintage Casino and another Epiphone that was even more rare but just as striking--the Epiphone Dwight, an alias for one of the great unsung rock guitars of the 60's, the Coronet.
Weller's "Dwight" Coronet, which was marketed exclusively for Sonny Shields Music in East St. Louis (commissioned by owner Charles "Dwight" Shields), sparked renewed interest in the Coronet which like so many Epiphone's from the '60s, has retained its "hip" factor among musicians in-the-know
Another reference: http://www.epiphone.com/News/Features/News/2015/Epiphone-at-Teenage-Cancer-Trust.aspx
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