2016 Epiphone Japan Elitist ’65 Casino Natural w/OHSC + Paperwork, MIJ, All Original
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2016 Epiphone Japan Elitist ’65 Casino Natural w/OHSC + Paperwork, MIJ, All Original
For sale: An exceptionally clean, made-in-Japan Epiphone Casino from the now discontinued “Elitist” series. This guitar features an unfaded Natural finish and comes complete with its original Epiphone “Elitist” branded hard case, which has a purple interior, and includes all the original paperwork.
The Elitist Casinos, originally intended solely for the Japanese market, have earned a stellar reputation as some of the finest Casino reissues ever made, often surpassing their American-made counterparts. True to the 1965 specifications, the Epiphone Elitist Casino features a 5-ply Maple body and top, a one-piece mahogany neck with a rosewood fretboard, a 16th fret neck joint, nickel hardware, and a pair of Gibson P90 USA pickups.
Condition-wise, this Casino presents an exceptionally clean exterior, nearly spotless, with only a minor imperfection on one corner of the headstock and a slight in-dent at the treble side of the neck, of which can't be felt when playing and has been pictured for reference. There are some pick marks on the pickguard, but we're just being "picky." The fretboard and all 22 frets are in superb condition, providing smooth and effortless playability. The slightly tarnished nickel hardware retains its shine and functionality without any issues. The completely stock electronics operate smoothly and seamlessly, and both US-made P90 pickups deliver the distinctive bark and bite that P90s are celebrated for.
Unplugged, the guitar exhibits remarkable resonance and a rich bass response, making it possibly the finest Japanese-made Casino we’ve had yet. It’s an absolute delight to play, standing out as superior in quality and craftsmanship. The excellence of the components and finish truly sets this instrument apart, offering an exceptional playing experience that must be felt to be fully appreciated.
It’s been expertly setup by Ben of Beej Guitar Repairs with a fresh set of 10-46 strings.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch and thanks for looking!
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