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Description
Unleash your inner metal maestro with the Epiphone Jeff Waters "Annihilation-V," a guitar designed in collaboration with one of metal's most revered guitarists. Renowned for his blistering riffs, Jeff Waters has partnered with Epiphone to create a true beast of a guitar, crafted for maximum performance and versatility. The Flying V design, synonymous with rock and metal legends, is crafted from solid mahogany, offering superb tone and sustain. The deep-set neck joint ensures a seamless connection between neck and body, enhancing resonance and playability.
The "Annihilation-V" is built for speed and precision with a "D" profile SlimTaper neck and a 24-fret phenolic fingerboard, allowing for an impressive two octaves per string. The custom JWT (Jeff Waters Treble) and JWR (Jeff Waters Rhythm) humbuckers are the lifeblood of this guitar, delivering a dynamic range of tones from aggressive growls to pristine highs. The custom humbuckers feature advanced coil-splitting options via a push/pull master volume control and a 3-way toggle switch, offering up to eight distinct tonal variations.
Equipped with Grover 14:1 ratio tuners and Epiphone LockTone Tune-O-Matic/stopbar bridge, this guitar ensures stable tuning and precise intonation. The "Annihilator Devil" inlay on the 12th fret adds a touch of flair, while Jeff Waters' signature on the headstock makes this a must-have for fans and collectors alike.
Key Features:
- Solid mahogany body and neck
- Flying V design with deep-set neck joint
- 24-fret phenolic fingerboard
- Custom JWT and JWR humbuckers with coil-splitting
- Grover 14:1 ratio tuners
- Epiphone LockTone Tune-O-Matic/stopbar bridge
- "Annihilator Devil" inlay on the 12th fret
- Jeff Waters' signature on the headstock
Product specs
| Brand | Epiphone |
| Model | Jeff Waters Signature "Annihilation" Flying V |
| Finish | Annihilation Red, Pitch Black |
| Year | 2010 - 2015 |
| Made In | China |
| Categories | Solid Body Electric Guitars |
| Artist | Jeff Waters |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Body Shape | V-Style |
| Body Type | Solid Body |
| Bridge/Tailpiece Type | Stop-Bar |
| Color Family | Black, Red |
| Finish Style | Gloss |
| Fretboard Material | Composite |
| Model Family | Epiphone Flying V |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Number of Frets | 22 |
| Number of Strings | 6-String |
| Offset Body | Non-Offset Body |
| Pickup Configuration | HH |
| Right / Left Handed | Right Handed |
| Scale Length | 24.75" |
| Series | Epiphone Artist Collection |
| Wood Top Style | Opaque |
FAQs
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What is the neck profile of the Epiphone Jeff Waters "Annihilation-V"?
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The Epiphone Jeff Waters "Annihilation-V" features a 1960s SlimTaper "D" profile neck, offering a comfortable and fast playing experience suitable for various playing styles.
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What pickups are installed in the Epiphone Jeff Waters "Annihilation-V"?
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This guitar is equipped with Gibson USA JWR and JWT humbuckers, offering versatile tones with options for humbucking and single-coil sounds via push/pull coil-splitting.
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Is the Epiphone Jeff Waters "Annihilation-V" suitable for heavy metal music?
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Yes, the "Annihilation-V" is designed with metal guitarist Jeff Waters, featuring powerful humbuckers and a fast neck profile, making it ideal for heavy metal and hard rock genres.
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How does the coil-splitting feature work on the Epiphone Jeff Waters "Annihilation-V"?
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The coil-splitting feature is activated via the master volume push/pull control, allowing you to switch between humbucker and single-coil tones for added versatility.
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Does the Epiphone Jeff Waters "Annihilation-V" come with a case?
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No, the Epiphone Jeff Waters "Annihilation-V" does not come with a case; it must be purchased separately.
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Comparisons
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The Epiphone Annihilation V reportedly surpasses several Gibson models in quality, according to one owner with direct comparison experience.
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The Floyd Rose 1000 series on the Annihilation V is compared favorably to the Ibanez Edge system, with similar stability but less pronounced flutter effects.
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Features and functionality
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The Epiphone Flying V Prophecy includes premium components like Grover locking tuners and Fishman Fluence pickups, offering a modern take on the classic V shape with 24 frets.
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The Epiphone Annihilation V features a 1000 series Floyd Rose tremolo, matching the build quality of more expensive models and offering excellent tuning stability.
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In this video, Jeff Waters talks about his signature Epiphone guitar. He says, "They're more of 80s, 70s, bluesy sounding pickups," at 0:30.
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