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Description

Looking to channel the legendary tones of rock and roll's golden era? The Epiphone ES-295 is your golden ticket. This semi-hollowbody electric guitar seamlessly marries vintage allure with modern playability. Inspired by its 1950s predecessor, the ES-295 captures the essence of retro charm with its striking gold finish and distinctive floral pickguard design. Equipped with a Bigsby vibrato, it offers players the freedom to infuse their sound with subtle or sweeping pitch variations, making it a versatile companion for any genre.

Whether you’re performing on stage or strumming in the studio, the ES-295's warm, resonant tones will envelop your music, thanks to its semi-hollow construction. The vintage-style tuners not only enhance its old-school aesthetic but also ensure reliable tuning stability. With gold speed knobs for quick adjustments, this guitar is not just about looks; it’s about ease and precision in performance. The Epiphone ES-295 is more than just an instrument—it's a statement piece for any guitarist looking to blend the timeless with the contemporary.

Key Features:

  • Single cutaway Florentine body design
  • Bigsby vibrato for expressive playability
  • Vintage-style tuners for reliable tuning
  • Gold speed knobs for quick tone adjustments
  • Iconic gold flower graphic on the pickguard
  • Semi-hollowbody construction for rich, resonant tones
Royal Music Brasil

Royal Music Brasil

Epiphone ES-295 - Metallic Gold

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Epiphone ES-295 - Metallic Gold

Royal Music Brasil

Royal Music Brasil

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ES 295

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Mods and upgrades

  • Switching to a trapeze tailpiece from a "bigsy-alike" significantly reduces weight and enhances resonance, making the guitar more responsive.

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  • Replacing the switch tip with a vintage-colored one aligns with a 50s aesthetic, contributing to an authentic retro look.

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  • Custom-built bridges using dimensions around 106mm wide and 13mm diameter with a 12" radius bar enhance tonal purity, mimicking original 50s ES-295 models.

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User experience

  • The guitar is gigged regularly and used for hard gothic rock, showing its durability and suitability for intense performance settings.

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Use cases and applications

  • Owners inspired by Geordie Walker frequently use this guitar for covering "Love Like Blood," highlighting its suitability for post-punk and gothic rock styles.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Intonation can be adjusted by tightening or loosening nuts on custom bridges, maintaining perfect intonation like original models without modern bridge compromises.

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See how Alex Chilton uses Epiphone ES-295

Alex Chilton

Singer, Guitarist

Big Star

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In the YouTube video "Lipstick Traces," Alex Chilton can be seen playing an Epiphone ES-295 with a Bigsby vibrato, which he used occasionally in his later years.

See how Jesse Johnson uses Epiphone ES-295

Jesse Johnson

Guitarist, Composer

The Time

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Jesse Johnson is confirmed to use the Epiphone ES-295, as listed on the Gear page of his official website.

See how Duke Robillard uses Epiphone ES-295

Duke Robillard

Guitarist, Music Producer

The Fabulous Thunderbirds

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Epiphone ES-295 An import reissue of the ’50s Gibson favorite. Used on stage and in the studio.

See how Buddy Judge uses Epiphone ES-295

Buddy Judge

Singer, Guitarist

The Grays

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In this photo, Buddy Judge can be seen playing an Epiphone ES-295.

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