Key Features
- Solid spruce top and ovangkol back and sides produce a rich and warm sonic character
- Fishman Presys II pickup system captures natural sound with clarity and accuracy
- Cutaway design for easy access to upper frets without compromising volume or tone
- Classic J-200 styling and vintage appointments gives you that classic aesthetic
Epiphone J-200 EC Studio Parlor, Vintage Natural Overview
A piece of music history. Redesigned for the modern stage. The Epiphone J-200 EC Studio Parlor presents the heritage J-200 model in a smaller, travel-friendly size for musicians on the move. The classic jumbo cutaway shape offers all the tonal balance and versatility that the original model became renowned for. Along with a solid spruce top for that distinctive acoustic response that only gets better the more you play. Combined with the familiar punch of the ovangkol sides, you're gifted with a sound that'll bring your playing to life. So you can fall in love with your instrument over and over again.
Let your chords flourish on stage. Because the J-200 EC comes equipped with a Fishman Presys II undersaddle pickup and electronics, ensuring your playing is heard in performance with twinkling clarity. And you can play for endless hours, thanks to the Slimtaper "C" shaped neck and sleek pau ferro fingerboard. Topped off with the iconic 'moustache' bridge, gold hardware, and pearloid crown inlays - the J-200 EC is as vintage as they come. And it's packed with legendary acoustic quality, so you can experience greatness with each strum...
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionSounds better with age
Versatile with a broad dynamic range. This solid top is certain to sound even better with age. Solid spruce is well-known for its versatility, offering broad dynamics, perfect for a wide range of genres. You can attack the J-200 EC Studio Parlor with an aggressive strumming pattern as well as lighter picking techniques with ease and still receive an incredible response to both.
Furthermore, the solid top is attached to select ovangkol back and sides, which deliver a strong midrange with plenty of tonal balance. Ovangkol's nature will also fill your ears with great sustain and bright upper highs. A beautiful tone that's perfect for rhythm techniques and composing. From rock, to blues, to country, to indie, and much more, the J-200 EC is ideal for making your musical statement with.
Famed and distinctive design
Familiar and distinctive - perfect for making a statement with. From headstock to lower bout, the J-200 EC screams a vintage-vibe. Simply recognised as the iconic acoustic look that took the world by storm. Pearloid inlays with a stunning crown design at the 12th fret give the fingerboard a touch of elegance whilst adding to its classic appearance.
A familiar moustache shaped bridge graces the body along with a tortoiseshell pickguard to really bring together this famed look. The guitar's gold hardware also complements the Vintage Natural finish for a sensational aesthetic. A classic sloped dove-wing headstock and a 'pineapple' pearloid inlay stand out against a black background. Look like a true legend.
Familiar, powerful sound
The King of the Flat Tops - the J-200 EC offers a modern twist on a classic super-jumbo shape. You will have all seen this iconic shape in the hands of Noel Gallagher, Bob Dylan, Buddy Holly, Justin Timberlake, and George Harrison. These artists all favoured the shape for its power and versatility. Distinctive and incredibly popular, the super-jumbo has an iconic status that continues to power acoustic rock, pop, country, and folk. Furthermore, the J-200 EC features a cutaway profile which not only offers comfort, but easy access to upper frets, too.
Make your mark on stage
Enter the spotlight. As simply stunning live capabilities await you. Equipped with responsive Fishman electronics, the J-200 EC is perfect for any live setting. Simply plug-in to a PA or acoustic amp, and unleash. And if you're wondering what you're tone will be like, know that Fishman hold a renowned rep for making live performance everything it should be.
A Presys II undersaddle pickup faithfully captures all that acoustic magic, and delivers natural tone with impact. You won't compromise its rich, dynamic tone and classic acoustic nature. Plus, you can sculpt your tone to personal preference with ease thanks to 2-band EQ and an on-board phase button. Which will certainly come in handy when problematic feedback starts to arise. So do you next performance justice, with a bold, dynamic tone, and Fishman electronics - combined.
Authentic feel with smooth playability
Constructed from hard maple, the neck offers a bright attack with great sustain. It's sculpted into a rounded Slimtaper C-shaped profile, delivering unprecedented comfort with a heritage feel. In addition, the neck is topped with a pau ferro fingerboard, which adds warmth with a snappy attack to the guitar's overall tone. Along with a feel that lets your fingers glide across its silky-smooth surface. This way, you can practice and perform for endless hours without any strain or discomfort, ensuring you really make the most of your playing time.
Specifications
- Model Name: Epiphone J-200 EC Studio Parlor, Vintage Natural
- Model Code: EEJPVNGH3
Body & Bridge
- Top Material: Solid Spruce
- Body Material: Select Ovangkol
- Body Type: Jumbo Cutaway
- Bridge Material: Pau Ferro - Classic Moustache Shape
- Colour: Vintage Natural
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Hard Maple
- Neck Shape: Rounded SlimTaper C-shape
- Neck Joint: Dovetail; Glued-in
- Fingerboard Material: Pau Ferro
- Fingerboard Inlay: Dot inlays with a Crown on 12th fret
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Truss Rod: 2-Way, Adjustable
- Truss Rod Cover: Bell 2-ply; (B/W); with "EJ-200 Coupe" in Silkprint
- Nut Material: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.69"
- Scale Length: 24.75"
Hardware & Electronics
- Hardware Colour: Nickel-Gold
- Tuning Machines: Grover Mini Rotomatic
- Tuning Machine Ratio: 18:1
- Pickguard: Imitation Tortoise
- Undersaddle Pickup: Fishman Presys II™
- Controls: Master Volume, Bass, Treble, Phase, Tuner, Low Battery Indicator
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