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Description

Experience the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation with the Epiphone SST Studio Acoustic Guitar. Crafted for the modern acoustic guitarist who seeks the elegance of a classic guitar with the power of electric amplification, this guitar is your ticket to uncompromised performance without the hassle of feedback. The chambered mahogany body is meticulously designed with computer-engineered cavities, ensuring that each strum resonates with rich, natural tones. The SST Studio seamlessly integrates the Shadow preamp and Nanoflex pickup, allowing you to amplify your sound to fill any venue without the worry of unwanted noise.

Whether you're performing on stage or practicing at home, the SST Studio's solidbody design delivers a consistent, clear sound that’s easy to control. The spruce top adds a bright, definitive edge to your chords, while the rosewood fingerboard provides smooth playability. With a set mahogany neck and dot inlays, this guitar not only feels great but also looks stunningly classic.

Elevate your music experience with a guitar that meets the demands of today’s versatile musicians.

Key Features:

  • Pickups: Nanoflex
  • Hardware: Gold
  • Nut Width: 1.68"
  • Neck: Set
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Inlay: Dot
  • Body Material: Chambered Mahogany
  • Top: Spruce

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Epiphone SST Studio Acoustic Guitar.

Mods and upgrades

  • Installing a humbucker is feasible, but check for routing into chambers to avoid compromising the guitar's integrity.

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  • A Bigsby tremolo install is complex due to the piezo pickup integrated in the saddle; alternative setups may be more practical.

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  • Some users reinforce strap button areas with a glued side reinforcement block for added security in acoustic guitars.

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Features and functionality

  • The piezo pickup is integral to the saddle, making modifications challenging without losing acoustic tone capabilities.

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Comparisons

  • An electric guitar with a Fishman Powerbridge can provide an acoustic sound with a tremolo, unlike the SST.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Removing the installed bridge to add a trem may cause significant damage, with few viable solutions to maintain original acoustic properties.

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  • Installing a strap button near the neck requires careful placement to avoid tone chambers and electronics, with successful installs noted close to the neck.

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Build quality

  • The extensive tone chamber design may limit available wood for securely holding strap screws, requiring precise placement to ensure stability.

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See how Lemmy Kilmister uses Epiphone SST Studio Acoustic Guitar

Lemmy Kilmister

Singer, Guitarist

Motörhead

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In this video, Lemmy is using the Epiphone SST Studio guitar.

See how Joe Garvey uses Epiphone SST Studio Acoustic Guitar

Joe Garvey

Guitarist

Hinder

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The acoustic guitar that Joe shows is a Epiphone SST Studio. The bridge has been filed down for smoothness.

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