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Description

The Epiphone J-160e is a nod to the iconic sounds that defined an era, bringing the legendary vibes of the 1960s into the hands of modern musicians. Whether you're strumming gentle acoustic melodies or plugging in for a full-bodied electric experience, this guitar delivers versatility and character in spades. Modeled after the Gibson J-160E and famously wielded by the Beatles, the Epiphone J-160e boasts a solid spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides, ensuring a rich, resonant tone that’s both warm and articulate.

The advanced dreadnought body with sloped shoulders not only provides a commanding presence but also enhances projection, making it ideal for both intimate settings and larger venues. The guitar's neck, crafted from solid mahogany, offers a substantial feel reminiscent of late-Fifties Gibson electrics, while the solid rosewood fingerboard ensures smooth playability and durability. Trapezoid inlays add a touch of classic elegance, seamlessly blending aesthetics with functionality.

For those moments when you need to amplify your sound, the J-160e is equipped with a discreetly nestled magnetic pickup between the end of the fretboard and the sound hole. This setup, combined with accessible volume and tone controls on the lower bout, allows for easy transitions between acoustic and electric play styles.

Key Features:

  • Body Type: Dreadnought with sloped shoulders
  • Top Wood: Solid Spruce
  • Back and Side Wood: Mahogany
  • Neck Wood: Solid Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood with trapezoid inlays
  • Scale Length: 25-1/2"
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • Electronics: Magnetic pickup with volume and tone controls

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Setup and maintenance

  • Users recommend using Pyramid Gold flat wound strings to achieve the authentic Beatles sound.

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Use cases and applications

  • When paired with a Vox AC30, it can effectively replicate the sound of “I Feel Fine.”

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User experience

  • Several owners highlight the surprising playability and sound quality, describing it as fantastic and beautiful.

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Comparisons

  • A comparison to the Gibson J-160e-64 suggests that the Epiphone version offers a more satisfactory sound experience.

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See how Mauricio Durán uses Epiphone J-160E

Mauricio Durán

Singer, Guitarist

Los Bunkers

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Mauricio Durán uses the Epiphone J-160e, as evidenced by its appearance in the music video for "Miño," which suggests it was used during the "Canción de Lejos" (2003) album era.

See how Álvaro López uses Epiphone J-160E

Álvaro López

Singer, Guitarist

Los Bunkers

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In the official video for "Las cosas que cambié y dejé por ti," Álvaro López is seen using the Epiphone J-160e electroacoustic guitar, which he used from 2001 to 2012.

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